These songs can’t influence the seasons, but they can influence the mood. Also present: Marsimoto, KIZ, Ski Aggu and Nina Chuba.
Oh yes, winter can be a really bad mood maker. Surrounded by the gray soup outside, sometimes it might not be easy to get out of bed. How good that some rappers have worked hard for you in 2024 to bring out feel-good songs to combat exactly this anti-feeling. The following 10 tracks act like a tonic for the soul and will pull the corners of your mouth up again with their lines.
10 German rap mood makers
1. Marsimoto – “WASHINGTON PC”
Materia’s alter ego with the pitched voice: Marsimoto. On April 20, 2024, he celebrated the final end of his second personality and released his last record NO INTELLIGENCE. The “PC” in the track could stand for “Political Correctness”. Because throughout he touches on the issues of everyday life that continually present us with the choice of how we should behave in a morally correct way in our social lives. The song takes the listener back and forth between morality and trend and does not shy away from the use of strong contrasts. Whether it’s a Botox injection or just a quick trip to the bakery in the SUV to buy rolls, because “my dreams are my reality” – it’s all there. But whatever you decide: Marsimoto accompanies you well through the usual madness.
2. KIZ – “Family celebration”
With “Family Celebration” Tarek, Maxim and Nico have managed to create a true holiday gem. Especially when you consider that the time for family get-togethers is getting closer and closer. And it’s not just the beat that lifts the mood. Maxim says: “At the family party I had one drink too many / At the family party I forgave my uncle / At the family party Dad’s girlfriend kissed me / And we lie in each other’s arms to 90s hits.” With lines like these, KIZ makes it clear: you are not alone!
3. badchieff x Bausa – “SOBER”
The new song by bad chief and Bausa has only been out since November 8th. The two musicians worked together on the track “9 to 9” last year. Actually, the text is more about the fast-paced life of an artist with its ups and downs. But the uptempo of the song simply brightens the mood. The lyrics don’t convey that everything is fine – but the song still gives you the feeling that sometimes the flow of life just gets carried away and there’s not much you can do about it, so go with the flow.
4. grim104 x Dea Bbz x Asadjohn – “Bass”
“Bass” is not the first song together for grim104 and Dea Bbz either. The two came together in 2023 for “Eckzimmer”. The new song was released on the night of November 7th. Perfect for dancing your winter frustrations away. The piece was produced by Asadjohn. The two in this song couldn’t be more different. Because people from different generations are talking here. Rapper Dea Bbz talks about her Gen Z life and the time when Miley Cyrus and “Sims 2” were still the order of the day. For grim104, however, the anthems of the 90s are still completely the thing. For the 36-year-old millennial, the famous Air Max 90s and the beginnings of the Love Parade still remain relevant. But there is one thing that connects the two generations: bass. And that’s also why this song puts you in a good mood.
5. Bounty & Cocoa – “Calor”
Not much is known about the two rappers Bounty and Cocoa. But the fact is: the female duo really heats things up even in the cold season with their track “Calor”. The official music video, created by Asil Teker, was released on October 24th and gives viewers a flashback to music clips from 20 years ago. The Swiss duo Neal and Alex and the music producer youssef exclusive took care of the crisp beat. The hook says: “Tight jeans sit too low again / Shake, shake your culo / Pick up some huso / Turn up the temperature in the club (Calor)”.
6. Sampagne, badchieff, Cro – “Tempo”
“Tempo” is about a life without worries, where you simply spontaneously do what you feel like doing. Because time is limited anyway and “flies by quickly in the city”. It all seems a bit like a dream here. What fits this even better than the theme of love? The speed of everyday life and the feelings for a special person are combined here with a relaxed flow of Sampagne, badchieff and Cro united. The song release took place on February 16, 2024.
Simplicity is the motto here. The lines of text also convey this and leave room for dreaming: “Get a piece of heaven, we can see it through my roof / Lesh during the day, because I live at night / Yes, it may be, I made mistakes / But come to me and then we’ll sort it out.”
7. Ritter Lean – “Outfit Check”
Adrian Julius Tillmann, also known as Ritter Lean, leaves no room for self-doubt. Actually, “Outfit Check” is all about the supposedly good appearance of the Berlin rapper, who apparently chose his clothing combination wisely. It remains to be seen whether Ritter Lean is serious about his “arrogance”. Nevertheless, the song is suitable for clubs and is always good for the ears to lift the mood. The song is just fun. By the way, Barré produced the track and it was released on October 3rd. Ritter Lean also announced the release of his first album for February 28, 2025.
8. Ski Aggu, Bausa – “REWARD”
“BELOHNEN” is the first joint song by Ski Aggu and Bausa. The Austrian Filly and the Stuttgart DJ BUNT teamed up for the production. By the way, the intro and outro come from Filly’s song “Motorola”, which was released in 2022. The newcomer only signed a contract with the Berlin label Bamboo Artist in October 2024. The rapper from Berlin-Wilmersdorf is also under contract here. In the track, the rappers “reward” themselves with a wild party lifestyle. The melody radiates as much joy as the colorful lights of a fair.
9. Shacke One, MC Pubnkrieger – “Nordi Times”
“Nordi Times” comes from the Berlin rapper Shake One and MC Pub Warrior. The track also appears on their joint EP GROBER UNFUG. A chorus reminiscent of a sparkling ’80s disco vibe frames the themes of drinking and pumping in the gym. With the attitude: chill out until your worries are forgotten. With an invitation to let go.
10. Chapo102 x Nina Chuba – “Randali”
Warning: potential for catchy tunes! With “Randali,” Chapo102 and Nina Chuba crash a Rich Kids property together. There’s a lot of alcohol flowing and a sense of home as they take over the property. The track is the second single together after “I hate you”. The two don’t just take up space in the host’s house. The song is great to play over and over in your head while mentally preparing for a crazy New Year’s Eve with the gang. “Put your hands up, weekend, this is an attack / Get down on the floor, please clear the way to the fridge / We have roof damage, champagne is raining into the beet / The tile is sticking, the ceiling is dripping, how can anything be so comfortable?”