Mani Matter denkt mit und aus der Sprache. Seine Freude an Wortwitz und skurrilen Assoziationen schlägt auch in diesen Texten immer wieder durch. Zugleich zind sie ernsthaft, ehrlich, spontan.
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August 4, 1936 – November 24, 1972
This songwriter and lyricist became renowned for his keen observations and biting humor, which captured everyday life and human relationships. His lyrics, often written in the Bernese dialect, are distinguished by wordplay, unexpected twists, and profound irony. With unerring precision, he could dissect seemingly mundane situations, revealing their absurdity and existential undertones. Through his songs, he reflected societal conditions and human nature with timeless relevance.