Haus in Neu-Berlin

The song 'Haus in Neu-Berlin' by Wílbert Eckart & Volksmusík Stars tells a tale of regret and warning. The lyrics speak of a house in New Berlin, referred to as 'Haus Abendrot,' which translates to 'House of the Evening Red.' This place is depicted as the downfall of many 'good boys,' including the narrator, who expresses deep remorse for not heeding the advice of a leader—possibly a parental figure or a mentor. The house seems to symbolize a place of vice and lost opportunities, a place that led the narrator astray from a better path.

The song continues with the narrator advising his younger sibling to avoid the same mistakes he made, particularly steering clear of the Haus Abendrot. This plea suggests a desire to protect his family from the same fate that befell him. The mention of his mother being a seamstress who sold uniforms and his beloved being a drinker in New Berlin paints a picture of a personal history marred by hardship and poor choices. The uniform could symbolize a past life or career that was expected of him, which he ultimately abandoned.

In the final verses, the narrator accepts his fate, resigning himself to return to New Berlin and spend his remaining days at the Haus Abendrot. This acceptance could be interpreted as a surrender to the inevitable consequences of his actions, or perhaps a lack of will to change his circumstances. The song serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of making poor choices and the importance of listening to wise counsel. It also touches on themes of family, regret, and the inexorable pull of one's past.