Modern Talking - Tv Makes The Superstar (video) May 2026

The song and video critique the superficial nature of fame and how television can both "make" and "break" a superstar.

At the time of release, Dieter Bohlen had recently joined the jury for Deutschland sucht den Superstar (the German version of Idol ), making the song a direct commentary on the reality TV phenomenon he was personally helping to lead. Production Credits Modern Talking – TV Makes the Superstar Lyrics - Genius Modern Talking - TV Makes The Superstar (Video)

It was the most successful single from the duo's second era (1998–2003), reaching the top of various charts in Europe. The Music Video The song and video critique the superficial nature