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"Links 2 3 4" (often stylized as ) is a 2001 song by the German industrial metal band Rammstein , featured as the second track on their third studio album, Mutter . Meaning and Political Context
: The core lyrical message is found in the chorus: "Sie wollen mein Herz am rechten Fleck / doch seh ich dann nach unten weg / da schlägt es links" ("They want my heart in the right place / but when I look down / it beats on the left"). This is a clear statement that the band identifies with the political left. links_2_3_4
Wikipedia: Links 2 3 4 - Overview of the song's production and political significance. "Links 2 3 4" (often stylized as )
The song was written in direct response to recurring allegations of fascism or far-right sympathies directed at the band. Wikipedia: Links 2 3 4 - Overview of
Links 2 3 4 Wiki - Detailed background on the song and video.