Joachim Witt - Goldener Reiter (official Video) May 2026

: The "Golden Rider" is a metaphor for someone who was once "high on the ladder" of success but eventually "fell off," leading to their institutionalization.

The original 1981 video is a hallmark of early 80s aesthetic, featuring Witt's intense performance style. Joachim Witt - Goldener Reiter (Official Video)

Initially, the song struggled to find an audience. Its breakthrough was largely accidental: : The "Golden Rider" is a metaphor for