No, "Moskau" was not the Eurovision song. The song that represented West Germany in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1979 was "Dschinghis Khan", performed by the German disco group Dschinghis Khan. While "Moskau" is another famous song released by the same group in 1979, it was not their entry for the competition.
Dschinghis Khan's Eurovision Entry
The group Dschinghis Khan gained international recognition for their distinctive musical style and energetic performances. In 1979, they participated in the Eurovision Song Contest with their self-titled song, "Dschinghis Khan". This song became a notable hit and is one of their most iconic tracks.
Key Details of Dschinghis Khan's Eurovision Participation:
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Eurovision Entry Song | Dschinghis Khan |
| Year of Contest | 1979 |
| Representing Country | West Germany |
| Artist(s) | Dschinghis Khan |
| Group Members | Louis Hendrik Potgieter, Wolfgang Heichel, Henriette Heichel-Strobel, Edina Pop, Steve Bender, Leslie Mándoki |
The Song "Moskau"
"Moskau" was also released by Dschinghis Khan in 1979, the same year as their Eurovision appearance. It shares the group's characteristic catchy melody and historical/geographical themes, similar to their Eurovision entry. While "Moskau" achieved considerable popularity and became one of their signature songs, it was not performed at the Eurovision Song Contest. Each country typically submits only one song for the contest.
