Helene Fischer is one of Germany’s most famous pop stars. But Ralph Siegel, known for his ESC successes, said in an interview with “Freizeit König” a hard opinion: for him, Fischer’s best years of career belong to the past. Your songs sound like “American-German pop” these days, says Siegel.
That’s what the 78-year-old hit producer says Helene Fischer of their original recipe for success. Many artists make this mistake, which often leads to a crash. He doubts that their current songs will be well received by fans.
The musical development of Helene Fischer
The pop singer, who rose to fame with hits like “Breathless,” is now being criticized for her current musical style—because “she’s developed her own style now, which is very dangerous,” Ralph Siegel explains—deviating too much from the original recipe for success. According to him, their current songs no longer sound like classic hits, but rather like a mix of American and German pop elements.
According to Siegel, this development could mean the end of her most successful era as a pop singer. “I think it’s going to be very difficult to extend your climax again,” the producer stressed. Fans and colleagues are divided over Fischer’s new style.
Ralph Siegel on the Dangers of Success
Ralph Siegel knows the pitfalls of the music industry all too well. He warns that many artists make the same mistake as Helene Fischer: they change their style too drastically and lose their loyal following. Siegel has worked with countless stars throughout his career and celebrated many successes. But he emphasizes that consistency and maintaining your own style are crucial to a long-lasting career.
Despite the criticism, Ralph Siegel also shows respect for Helene Fischer’s stage performance. Their acrobatic performances and spectacular shows are impressive. “Helene is very professional, does everything herself,” he praised in an interview with “t-online” in 2022.
But here too he sees challenges for the future. He doubts whether Fischer will be able to bring the same energy to her shows in the coming years. The question is whether she can continue to do these kinds of figures for much longer.