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Grönemeyer Bans Song Use in Political Campaigns

Singer Herbert Grönemeyer bans both CDU and Green party from using his hit song in their election campaigns.

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What is GEMA's stance on parties using music at events?: GEMA, the German society for musical performance and mechanical reproduction rights, stated that parties are allowed to use music at events without prior permission from the artist, despite Grönemeyer's actions.
What was the CDU's response to Grönemeyer's initial ban?: The CDU's youth organization, Junge Union (JU), previously used the song at an event featuring Friedrich Merz. Following Grönemeyer's objection, the CDU removed the song from their YouTube video.
Why did Herbert Grönemeyer forbid the CDU from using his song?: Herbert Grönemeyer forbade the CDU from using his song "Zeit, dass sich was dreht" for their campaign. He subsequently also prohibited Robert Habeck and the Green party from using the song.
What is the history and popularity of the song "Zeit, dass sich was dreht"?: The song "Zeit, dass sich was dreht" was originally released in 2006 and became a popular World Cup anthem. A recent remix by $oho Bani further increased its popularity.
How did Robert Habeck's use of the song lead to further action by Grönemeyer?: Robert Habeck, the Green party's candidate for Chancellor, used the song's melody in a recent social media post. This prompted Grönemeyer's lawyer to issue a cease-and-desist order.

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