Scorpions - The Wind Of Change [KARAOKE]

Описание: Wind Of Change is a power ballad by the German rock band Scorpions, released in 1990 on their album Crazy World. The song was written by the lead singer Klaus Meine, who was inspired by the band’s experience of playing at the Moscow Music Peace Festival in 1989, a historic event that featured many Western rock acts performing in the Soviet Union for the first time.

The song reflects the optimism and hope for a peaceful and unified world that emerged after the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the Cold War. The song uses metaphors such as “the wind of change” and “the magic of the moment” to describe the historical significance and the emotional impact of the political and social transformations that were taking place in Europe and beyond. The song also mentions some of the landmarks and symbols of Russia, such as the Moskva River, Gorky Park, and the balalaika, to show the band’s appreciation and respect for the culture and the people of the country that welcomed them. The song became a worldwide hit and an anthem for the reunification of Germany and the peaceful revolution in Eastern Europe. It is one of the best-selling singles of all time, with over 14 million copies sold.

An interesting fact about the song is that it was banned in China for a while, because the authorities considered it a subversive song that could incite protests and dissent. The song was also censored in some Arab countries, because it contained the word “Allah” in the lyrics, which was seen as disrespectful. However, the song also received praise and recognition from many political leaders and activists, such as Mikhail Gorbachev, Nelson Mandela, and Lech Walesa, who thanked the band for their contribution to the cause of freedom and democracy. The song was also performed by the band at various historical occasions, such as the celebration of the 10th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1999, the farewell concert of the German Chancellor Helmut Kohl in 2000, and the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in 2005. The song remains a powerful symbol of hope and change for many people around the world.