Howard Carpendale

**Howard Carpendale** is a German-South African pop singer who has been one of the best-known and most successful artists on the German-language music scene since the 1970s. Born in Durban, South Africa in 1946, he moved to Germany at the end of the 1960s to start a career in music. His breakthrough came in 1970 with his cover of the song *Das Mädchen von Seite 1*, which immediately made him a star in the pop world. With his unmistakable, deep voice and a mixture of soulful ballads and catchy pop melodies, he built up a loyal fan base.

His best-known hits include songs such as *Ti Amo*, *Hello Again* and *Fremde oder Freunde*. These songs characterised the pop music of the 1970s and 1980s and made Carpendale a permanent guest in the German charts. His songs often deal with love, longing and human relationships, and his lyrics are usually characterised by a romantic and emotional depth that speaks to many people from the soul. Carpendale has sold over 50 million records over the course of his career, making him one of the most successful German-speaking singers.

Even after more than five decades in the music business, Howard Carpendale remains active and successful. He has continued to release albums, including *Symphonie meines Lebens* (2019), which reinterprets his classics with an orchestra. His live performances are legendary, and he continues to thrill audiences with his charming stage presence and unmistakable voice. Carpendale is regarded as one of the greats of German pop music and enjoys great recognition across all generations.