Kerstin Ott
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Kerstin Ott is one of the most successful and influential artists in the German-language pop and schlager scene. The Berlin-born singer and songwriter made her breakthrough with thesong “Die immer lacht,” which was originally written as a personal song for a friend and became a million-selling hit thanks to a remix by the producer duo Stereoact. In 2016, the song became one of the most successful German-language songs of the year and made Kerstin Ott a household name overnight.
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What sets Kerstin Ott apart is her authenticity. Instead of conforming to common pop clichés, she has embodied down-to-earthness, honesty, and approachability since the beginning of her career. In her songs, she tells stories from everyday life and explores themes such as love, friendship, self-acceptance, and solidarity. She combines catchy pop and schlager melodies with modern dance elements and her unmistakable voice.
After her breakthrough, Kerstin Ott firmly established herself in the German music scene. All of her studio albums reached top positions on the German charts, and numerous releases have been certified gold and platinum. With songslike “Regenbogenfarben,” “Scheißmelodie,” “Wegen Dir (Nachts wenn alles schläft),” and “Alte Liebe rostet nie,” she has further strengthened her connection with her audience.
Beyond her musical successes, Kerstin Ott is valued for her open and authentic personality. She advocates for social openness and is regarded as an artist who brings together people from a wide range of generations and walks of life. With millions of records sold, sold-out tours, and hundreds of weeks on the charts, she is now one of the most successful German-language female musicians of her generation.
Genre: Pop, Schlager, Dance-Pop
Best-known songs: “Die immer lacht,” “Regenbogenfarben,” “Wegen Dir (Nachts wenn alles schläft),” “Scheißmelodie,” “Alte Liebe rostet nie”