The German Earworm
The German Earworm is a podcast where an American expat dives into Germany's wildest, weirdest and catchiest songs-from party schlager to rock anthems you've never heard.
Each week (usually Tuesday), discover the tracks that get stuck in German heads (and maybe yours, too).
The German Earworm
North Sea Nostalgia: The Story of An der Nordseeküste
Set sail for the salty breezes and rollicking refrains of Germany’s northern coast! In this episode of The German Earworm, we dive deep into the irresistibly catchy classic An der Nordseeküste by Klaus & Klaus.
From its surprising origins as an English folk melody (The Waters of Tyne) to its transformation into a Schlager anthem that fills beer tents, cruise ships, and carnival halls, this song is more than just a party soundtrack—it’s a cultural phenomenon.
Host [Your Name] unpacks:
🎵 The backstory of Klaus & Klaus, the sailor-costumed duo who brought humor and northern pride to the charts.
🎵 A lyrical exploration celebrating seagulls, fishermen, and the plattdeutscher Strand (Low German beach).
🎵 The song’s role as an unofficial anthem for generations of North Sea fans.
🎵 Its place in the evolution of Schlager, from 1980s kitsch to today’s remixes and techno mash-ups.
So grab your sailor cap, pour yourself a cold Pils, and join us for a one-hour voyage into the song that made Germany laugh, dance, and remember the call of the sea.