Song

99 Luftballons

by Nena

99 Luftballons is a 1983 song by Nena, 3:52 long, which peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the Color, Number song themes.

Top 10 hit (#2) Karaoke favorite

Released 1983 Hot 100 peak #2 · 23 weeks Length 3:52 New Wave

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Performance tips

• Deliver the German lyrics with a rhythmic, pop-rock energy
• Build the intensity from the bass-led intro to the rock chorus
• Keep the tone bright and youthful

In these themes

• 🎨Color
• 🔢Number"99"

Karaoke versions

There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its most-sung songs.

• Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "99 Luftballons" karaoke

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