Lyrics & Translation
Learning German with music is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in the language, and Revolverheld's 'Spinner' is a perfect song to start with. The lyrics are clear, direct, and carry a powerful and inspiring message of individuality and courage. By learning this song, you'll not only pick up everyday vocabulary and expressions but also get a taste of contemporary German pop-rock culture. 'Spinner' is special because it turns a would-be insult into a badge of honor, making language learning an act of empowerment.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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Zimmer /ˈt͡sɪmɐ/ A1 |
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Spiegel /ˈʃpiːɡəl/ A2 |
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Lieder /ˈliːdɐ/ A1 |
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Jahre /ˈjaːrə/ A1 |
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Firmen /ˈfɪʁmən/ A2 |
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Welt /vɛlt/ A1 |
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bereisen /bəˈraɪ̯zn̩/ B2 |
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Rollen /ˈʁɔlən/ A2 |
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Hollywood /ˈhɔliwʊt/ A2 |
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Leben /ˈleːbn̩/ A1 |
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Tür /tyːɐ̯/ A1 |
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Spinner /ˈʃpɪnɐ/ B2 |
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Gewinner /ɡəˈvɪnɐ/ B1 |
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Limits /ˈlɪmɪts/ B1 |
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Sinn /zɪn/ B1 |
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Teller /ˈtɛlɐ/ A1 |
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Cent /t͡sɛnt/ A1 |
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Café /kaˈfeː/ A1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Er ist allein in seinem Zimmer
➔ Present tense of 'sein' (to be) + preposition 'in'
➔ 'Er ist' means 'he is', using the present tense of the verb 'sein' (to be).
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Und singt seine Lieder
➔ Conjugation of 'singen' (to sing) in present tense
➔ 'Singt' is the third person singular form of 'singen' in present tense.
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Lass dein altes Leben hinter dir
➔ Imperative form with 'lassen' (let/go) + reflexive pronoun 'dich'
➔ 'Lass' is the imperative form of 'lassen' meaning 'let' or 'leave'.
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Wir sind die Gewinner
➔ Plural subject 'wir' + present tense of 'sein' + noun phrase
➔ 'sind' is the first person plural present of 'sein'.
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We know no limits
➔ Present tense of 'know' + noun phrase 'no limits'
➔ 'Know' is in present tense indicating current knowledge.
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Because everything would be meaningless without you and me
➔ Conditional mood expressed with 'would be' + noun phrase
➔ 'Would be' indicates a hypothetical situation in the conditional mood.
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We are the winners
➔ Present tense of 'to be' + noun phrase
➔ 'Are' is the present tense of 'to be' used with plural subjects.
Same Singer

Immer Noch Fühlen
Revolverheld

Ich kann nicht aufhören unser Leben zu lieben
Revolverheld

Das kann uns keiner nehmen
Revolverheld

Spinner
Revolverheld

Lass Uns Gehen
Revolverheld

Halt Dich an mir fest
Revolverheld, Marta Jandová

Keine Liebeslieder
Revolverheld

Spinner
Revolverheld

Unzertrennlich
Revolverheld

Mit Dir Chilln
Revolverheld
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