Pet Shop Boys/The Schlager Hit Parade

This song is about Germany’s attempt post World War 2 to distance itself from its past.

“Schlager” (german slang for “hit”) music is typically upbeat, catchy, light and feel good.

Some fans really seem to hate this song because its cheesy - *intentionally* so in the Schlager tradition.

How you could like “Shameless”, but not this baffles me. The bassline is especially brilliant, and its incredibly catchy.

*Pure* PSB this song, and I adore it.

As all editors know, this ate up footage! I watched hours of Schlager, all so you don’t have to😂

[vicentepf]

This ought to be the official video, just add some Neil and Chris moments!

[arclight]

I don’t think this is the official video…but it should be!

[jamesjameson]

Fabulous! Clever, and - uneasy - food for thought 🧐Actually quite brilliant. Thank you 🙏

[winterland]

And VIVA TV in the 90's fulfilled the schlager spirit. Love your video.

[sebastian]

Well, you really made an effort! Not sure if some German viewers will like the subliminal image of those Nazi-Soldiers, but I think it was Fun!

[peacefulllifeandmind]

Your description isn´t quite right. "Schlager" doesn´t mean "hit" but usually folk or pop music sung in german.😊