Herbert Grönemeyer

Herbert Grönemeyer is one of Germany's most successful and influential musicians. Born on 12 April 1956 in Göttingen, he grew up in Bochum, a city that had a strong artistic influence on him. His career began as an actor, including in Wolfgang Petersen's classic The boat (1981) before devoting himself entirely to music. With a mixture of profound lyrics and catchy melodies, he has left his mark on German-language pop and rock music.

Grönemeyer's breakthrough came in 1984 with the album 4630 Bochumwhich is still regarded as a milestone in German music history and has produced hits such as Men and Aeroplanes in the belly contains. In the following decades, he celebrated with albums such as Ö (1988), Human (2002) and Tumult (2018) has enjoyed continuous great success. Human is still one of Germany's best-selling albums, characterised by personal themes such as loss and grief, which Grönemeyer deals with with great emotional depth.

In addition to his music, Herbert Grönemeyer is also known for his social commitment. He is committed to humanitarian projects and often addresses social and political issues in his songs. With his distinctive voice, his honest lyrics and his unmistakable style, he remains a defining figure in the German music landscape.