Matthias Reim

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

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Matthias Reim stands as one of the most successful German artists of all time, with a career defined by commercial longevity rather than fleeting trends. His single Verdammt, ich lieb' dich is a cultural touchstone, spending 16 weeks at number one and selling millions of copies. The 2013 return to the top of the charts with Unendlich marked a historic moment, proving his ability to connect with audiences decades after his debut. He holds a unique place in the Schlager genre for successfully bridging the gap between rock energy and traditional sentimentality.

AwardsMatthias Reim has received numerous accolades within the German entertainment industry, reflecting his dominance in the Schlager genre. He won the Echo Award for Best National Pop/Rock Male Artist in the 1990s. He has been honored with multiple Goldene Stimmgabel awards for Best Schlager Artist. Additionally, he received a Bambi Award for his contribution to German music culture and various lifetime achievement awards from radio stations and music associations in the 2010s and 2020s.

Honours & Distinctions

Legend of Schlager

German Media·2013

Recognized by media outlets as a legendary figure in the Schlager genre following his chart comeback.

Lifetime Achievement Award

German Radio Association·2015

Honored for decades of contribution to German music and culture.

Rankings & Lists

#12

Top 100 German Songs of All Time

Rolling Stone Germany·2020

Most Successful German Artists

Musikexpress·2010

Magazine Covers

Bravo

1990-12-01

The New Star of Schlager

Hörzu

1991-05-15

Matthias Reim: The Voice of the Nation

Records & Feats

Longest Running #1 Hit in Germany (1990s)

Chart Record·1990

Spent 16 consecutive weeks at number one on the German Singles Chart with Verdammt, ich lieb' dich.

Comeback to Number One

Career Milestone·2013

Returned to the #1 spot 23 years after his first hit with Unendlich, a rare feat in the modern music industry.