Moskau – English Lyrics

• By: Dschinghis Khan

Lyrics & Translation

Learning a language through music is a fantastic journey, and "Moskau" by Dschinghis Khan is an excellent starting point for German. The song's lyrics are repetitive and sung with clear, powerful diction, making it easier to pick up vocabulary related to celebration, places, and feelings. What makes "Moskau" special is its infectious energy and its fascinating history as a German pop song that became a global hit, even finding popularity in the very city it celebrates. It’s a fun and engaging way to dive into the German language and culture.

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
Moscow /ˈmɒskaʊ/ A1	noun - The capital city of Russia.
gold /ɡoʊld/ A1	noun - A precious yellow metal.
ice /aɪs/ A1	noun - Frozen water.
fire /ˈfaɪər/ A1	noun - A state, process, or instance of combustion in which fuel or other material is ignited and combined with oxygen, emitting light, heat, and flame.
glass /ɡlɑːs/ A1	noun - A hard, transparent substance.
land /lænd/ A1	noun - The part of the earth's surface that is not permanently covered by water.
soul /soʊl/ B1	noun - The spiritual or immaterial part of a human being or animal, regarded as immortal.
devil /ˈdevəl/ B1	noun - The supreme spirit of evil; Satan.
love /lʌv/ A1	noun - An intense feeling of affection. verb - To have a strong affection for (someone).
girls /ɡɜːrlz/ A1	noun - Female child or young woman.
table /ˈteɪbəl/ A1	noun - A piece of furniture with a flat top supported by legs.
blood /blʌd/ A1	noun - The red fluid circulating in the arteries and veins of humans and other vertebrate animals, carrying oxygen to and carbon dioxide from the tissues of the body.
past /pæst/ A2	noun - The time that has gone by.
mirror /ˈmɪrər/ B1	noun - A reflective surface, now typically of glass backed with a metal coating.
hot /hɒt/ A1	adjective - Having a high degree of heat or a high temperature.

Key Grammar Structures

• Moskau, Fremd und geheimnisvoll

  ➔ Adjective phrases

  ➔ The phrase "Fremd und geheimnisvoll" describes "Moskau" using two adjectives.

• Doch wer dich wirklich kennt

  ➔ Subordinate clauses

  ➔ The clause "wer dich wirklich kennt" is a subordinate clause that provides additional information.

• Der weiß, wenn Feuer brennt

  ➔ Conditional clauses

  ➔ The phrase "wenn Feuer brennt" is a conditional clause indicating a condition.

• Auf dein Wohl, Bruder

  ➔ Imperative mood

  ➔ The phrase "Auf dein Wohl" is an imperative expression used to toast.

• Mädchen sind zum küssen da

  ➔ Infinitive constructions

  ➔ The phrase "zum küssen da" uses an infinitive construction to express purpose.

• Komm, wir tanzen auf dem Tisch

  ➔ Imperative with first-person plural

  ➔ The phrase "Komm, wir tanzen" uses the imperative form to invite others to join.

• Bis der Tisch zusammenbricht

  ➔ Temporal clauses

  ➔ The phrase "Bis der Tisch zusammenbricht" is a temporal clause indicating duration.