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Personal Jesus

Nina Hagen · 2010

42 min · 13 tracks · punk · swing · Neue Deutsche Welle

A vibrant blend of punk energy and gospel fervor, reimagining classic hymns with a fearless attitude.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady, consistent energy levels gradual builds and payoffs reflective spiritual exploration
Context
By 2010, Nina Hagen had already established herself as an avant-garde artist known for her eclectic musical style. 'Personal Jesus' is her first studio album in over a decade, marking a return to the music scene after the release of 'Irrenhaus' in 1996. This album showcases her continued evolution and willingness to experiment with genre boundaries.
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Personal Jesus is an album by Nina Hagen, released in 2010. A vibrant blend of punk energy and gospel fervor, reimagining classic hymns with a fearless attitude. The album is notable for its bold reinterpretation of religious themes through a punk lens, breathing new life into traditional gospel songs. Critics praised Hagen's unique vocal delivery and the album's ability to bridge disparate musical worlds, leading to renewed interest in her work within both punk and alternative music circles. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Personal Jesus sound like?

A vibrant blend of punk energy and gospel fervor, reimagining classic hymns with a fearless attitude. Rooted in punk and swing.

What makes Personal Jesus by Nina Hagen notable?

The album is notable for its bold reinterpretation of religious themes through a punk lens, breathing new life into traditional gospel songs. Critics praised Hagen's unique vocal delivery and the album's ability to bridge disparate musical worlds, leading to renewed interest in her work within both punk and alternative music circles. By 2010, Nina Hagen had already established herself as an avant-garde artist known for her eclectic musical style. 'Personal Jesus' is her first studio album in over a decade, marking a return to the music scene after the release of 'Irrenhaus' in 1996. This album showcases her continued evolution and willingness to experiment with genre boundaries.

Who is Personal Jesus for?

Personal Jesus works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, gradual builds and payoffs and reflective spiritual exploration.

How many songs are on Personal Jesus?

Personal Jesus has 13 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·42:40

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 God's Radar Standout 3:58
  • 2 I'll Live Again 2:48
  • 3 Personal Jesus Standout 4:01
  • 4 Nobody's Fault but Mine 4:01
  • 5 Down at the Cross 3:13
  • 6 Just a Little Talk With Jesus Standout 3:49
  • 7 Mean Old World 3:03
  • 8 Help Me 2:35
  • 9 Take Jesus With You 3:12
  • 10 On the Battlefield 3:41
  • 11 Run On 2:27
  • 12 All You Fascists Bound to Lose 1:40
  • 13 Sometimes I Ring Up Heaven 4:12

Release Date

July 16, 2010

Artist Origin

German Democratic Republic

Runtime

42 min 40 sec