Lyrics & Translation
Learning German with Knorkator's 'Alter Mann' is a fun and unique experience. The song's lyrics are clear, and the repetitive, catchy chorus makes it easy to sing along and memorize new vocabulary. Through its humorous storytelling, you can learn everyday German words related to relationships and actions, all while enjoying a satirical take on the peace that comes with old age. It's a great way to engage with German culture and the band's unique brand of comedic metal.
Key Vocabulary
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stand /stænd/ A2 |
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loves /lʌvz/ A2 |
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better /ˈbɛsər/ A2 |
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finds /faɪndz/ B1 |
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cool /kuːl/ B1 |
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is /ɪz/ A1 |
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verliebt /fɛːɐˈliːpt/ B2 |
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love /lʌv/ A2 |
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schwul /ʃvuːl/ B2 |
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schwarm /ʃvarm/ C1 |
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exerciți /ekserˈtɕitʃ/ C1 |
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explodiert /ɛkˈsploːdʊərt/ C2 |
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entertain /ɛntərˈteɪn/ B2 |
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shot /ʃɒt/ B1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Daniela steht auf Jonas
➔ Verb conjugation (stehen) and prepositional phrase (auf + Akk)
➔ "steht auf" means to have a crush on someone. The verb "stehen" is conjugated in the 3rd person singular. "auf + Akk" indicates the object of the verb; Daniela has a crush "on" Jonas. Prepositions in German require specific cases.
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Doch Jonas liebt Vanessa
➔ Conjunction 'doch', Verb conjugation (lieben)
➔ "Doch" introduces a contrast. The verb "lieben" (to love) is conjugated in the 3rd person singular. It is a simple statement.
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Vanessa wär' gern mit Lars zusammen
➔ Subjunctive II (wäre), Adverb (gern), Prepositional phrase (mit + Dativ)
➔ "wär'" is the shortened form of "wäre", the subjunctive II form of "sein" (to be), used to express a wish or hypothetical situation. "gern" means gladly or willingly. "mit + Dativ" indicates accompaniment; Vanessa would like to be together "with" Lars.
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Doch der findet Melanie besser
➔ Conjunction 'doch', Comparative adjective 'besser'
➔ "Doch" shows a contrast. "besser" is the comparative form of "gut" (good), meaning better. It implies that Lars finds Melanie "better" than Vanessa.
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Die allerdings steht eher auf Tim
➔ Adverb 'allerdings', adverb 'eher', prepositional phrase (auf + Akk)
➔ "allerdings" means however, but, indeed. "eher" means rather or more likely. "steht auf" (as before) means to have a crush on. This line states that Melanie, however, is "more likely" to have a crush on Tim.
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Zum Glück bin ich ein alter Mann
➔ Prepositional phrase (zum Glück), Verb conjugation (sein)
➔ "Zum Glück" means fortunately, luckily. "bin" is the first person singular form of "sein" (to be).
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Das geht mich alles nichts mehr an
➔ Reflexive verb construction (angehen), Negative adverb 'nichts', Adverb 'mehr'
➔ "angehen" in this context means to concern someone. "nichts" means nothing. "mehr" means anymore. The entire phrase translates to: This doesn't concern me anymore.
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Und wenn die Erde explodiert
➔ Subordinating conjunction 'wenn', Verb conjugation (explodieren)
➔ "Wenn" introduces a conditional clause, meaning if. The verb "explodieren" (to explode) is conjugated in the 3rd person singular. This clause indicates a hypothetical situation.
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Entschuldigt, dass es mich nicht intressiert
➔ Verb 'entschuldigen' with reflexive pronoun 'mich', Subordinating conjunction 'dass', Negative adverb 'nicht'
➔ "Entschuldigt" means excuse (me). "mich interessiert" means it interests me (reflexive). "dass" introduces a subordinate clause stating the reason for the apology. "nicht" negates the verb. The whole phrase means: Excuse me that it doesn't interest me.
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