The "Haifisch" single showcases Rammstein's distinctive blend of industrial metal and dark, narrative lyricism, with a notable music video that adds a unique visual dimension to the track.
- "Haifisch" was released as a single on May 28, 2010, by Vertigo Berlin. The single features the title track and two B-sides: "Wiener Blut" (live) and "Amour" (live). The music video for "Haifisch," directed by Christoph Schlingensief, features the band members in various shark-themed outfits and scenarios.
- The track "Haifisch" was included on Rammstein's sixth studio album, "Liebe ist für alle da," released in 2009. While the album reached number one in Germany, the single "Haifisch" charted at number 10 in their home country. The live versions of "Wiener Blut" and "Amour" on the single were recorded during the band's 2009 tour dates.
- The single was released after the album "Liebe ist für alle da" had already achieved significant commercial success. "Haifisch" continues Rammstein's tradition of creating impactful music videos that often incorporate provocative or surreal imagery.
Rammstein is a German band formed in 1994, known for their heavy industrial metal sound and elaborate live shows. "Haifisch" was released during a period when the band was continuing to expand their international reach and explore new sonic territories.
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