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Cheri, Cheri Lady is a single recorded and released in 1985 by the German pop group Modern Talking. The song appears on the group’s second studio album, Let's Talk About Love, and is regarded as one of the iconic examples of 1980s European disco-pop sound. Upon its release, the track climbed to the top of charts across Europe and internationally, becoming one of Modern Talking’s biggest international hits.
Cheri Cheri Lady (Modern Talking YouTube)
The song explores themes of romantic love and longing. The phrase “Cheri, Cheri Lady” conveys a blend of affection, admiration, and heartache. Rather than presenting a narrative storyline, the lyrics emphasize emotional states and romantic expression. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the song’s memorable and rhythmic structure.
Cheri, Cheri Lady belongs to the Euro disco and pop genres and embodies the characteristic electronic and dance music elements of the 1980s. The song is built on synthesizer melodies, bass lines, and vocal performances. Dieter Bohlen’s composition highlights melodic flow and a danceable rhythm.
The arrangement foregrounds synthesizers, drum machines, and keyboards, enhancing both the rhythmic and atmospheric impact of the track. The vocal harmonies in the chorus create a strong sense of repetition and memorability for the listener.
Upon its release, Cheri, Cheri Lady reached the top of charts in Europe and several international markets and has remained a staple in Modern Talking’s concert repertoire. The group performed the song numerous times on television and live concerts.
The song reached number one on European charts in the year of its release and marked a turning point in Modern Talking’s international career.
Today, Cheri, Cheri Lady continues to be frequently played on dance music charts and nostalgia programs as one of the group’s signature hits.
Oh, I cannot explain, every time, it's the same
Oh, I feel that it's real, take my heart
I've been lonely too long, oh, I can't be so strong
Take the chance for romance, take my heart
I need you so
There's no time I'll ever go
Cheri, cheri lady
Goin' through a motion
Love is where you find it
Listen to your heart
Cheri, cheri lady
Living in devotion
It's always like the first time
Let me take a part
Cheri, cheri lady
Like there's no tomorrow
Take my heart, don't lose it
Listen to your heart
Cheri, cheri lady
To know you is to love you
If you call me baby
I'll be always yours
I get up, I get down, all my world turns around
Who is right? Who is wrong? I don't know
I've got pain in my heart, got a love in my soul
Easy come, but I think easy go
I need you so
All the times I move so slow
Cheri, cheri lady
Goin' through a motion
Love is where you find it
Listen to your heart
Cheri, cheri lady
Living in devotion
It's always like the first time
Let me take a part
Cheri, cheri lady
Like there's no tomorrow
Take my heart, don't lose it
Listen to your heart
Cheri, cheri lady
To know you is to love you
If you call me baby
I'll be always yours
Cheri, cheri lady
Like there's no tomorrow
Take my heart, don't lose it
Listen to your heart
Cheri, cheri lady
To know you is to love you
If you call me "baby"
I'll be yours
Cheri, cheri lady
Like there's no tomorrow
Take my heart, don't lose it
Listen to your heart
Cheri, cheri lady
To know you is to love you
If you call me "baby"
I'll be yours
Ah, açıklayamıyorum, her seferinde aynı
Ah, bunun gerçek olduğunu hissediyorum, kalbimi al
Çok uzun süre yalnız kaldım, ah, bu kadar güçlü olamam
Romans için fırsatı yakala, kalbimi al
Sana çok ihtiyacım var
Asla gidecek zamanım yok
Cheri, cheri lady
Bir hareketin içinden geçiyorsun
Aşk, bulduğun yerdedir
Kalbini dinle
Cheri, cheri lady
Adanmış bir yaşam sürüyorsun
Her zaman ilk defa gibi
Bana bir parça bırak
Cheri, cheri lady
Sanki yarın yokmuş gibi
Kalbimi al, kaybetme
Kalbini dinle
Cheri, cheri lady
Seni tanımak, seni sevmektir
Beni “baby” diye çağırırsan
Her zaman senin olacağım
Ayağa kalkıyorum, çöken bir an yaşıyorum, tüm dünyam dönüyor
Kim haklı? Kim yanlış? Bilmiyorum
Kalbimde acı var, ruhumda aşk var
Kolay geliyor, ama kolay gidiyor sanırım
Sana çok ihtiyacım var
Tüm zaman boyunca çok yavaş hareket ediyorum
Cheri, cheri lady
Bir hareketin içinden geçiyorsun
Aşk, bulduğun yerdedir
Kalbini dinle
Cheri, cheri lady
Adanmış bir yaşam sürüyorsun
Her zaman ilk defa gibi
Bana bir parça bırak
Cheri, cheri lady
Sanki yarın yokmuş gibi
Kalbimi al, kaybetme
Kalbini dinle
Cheri, cheri lady
Seni tanımak, seni sevmektir
Beni “baby” diye çağırırsan
Her zaman senin olacağım
Cheri, cheri lady
Sanki yarın yokmuş gibi
Kalbimi al, kaybetme
Kalbini dinle
Cheri, cheri lady
Seni tanımak, seni sevmektir
Beni “baby” diye çağırırsan
Senin olacağım
Cheri, cheri lady
Sanki yarın yokmuş gibi
Kalbimi al, kaybetme
Kalbini dinle
Cheri, cheri lady
Seni tanımak, seni sevmektir
Beni “baby” diye çağırırsan
Senin olacağım
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