The best Rose Monday songs 2025 for every party

It's that time of year again—the fifth season, which captivates us with colorful costumes, cheerful parades, and tons of music: Carnival! And no Carnival party would be complete without the perfect Rose Monday songs. We've gone on a search and present you the best hits for Rose Monday 2025 that will get any party rocking. So put on your costume and crank up the playlist!

The top 5 classics that no party should miss

No matter whether you're young or old, some Rose Monday songs are simply timeless. Here are our favorite classics that always work and are guaranteed to get everyone in the festive mood.

1. "Viva Colonia" – Höhner: No party is complete without this cult hit from Cologne. All we can say is: "We love life, love, and lust..."
2. "Da simmer dabei" – Bläck Fööss: A real earworm that has accompanied us for decades and never loses its atmosphere.
3. "Have a mead" – Räuber: What would Carnival be without a glass of Kölsch and this rousing song?
4. "Polonäse Blankenese" – Gottlieb Wendehals: Indispensable for the obligatory polonaise at every celebration!
5. "Real Friends" – Brings: A piece that tells of friendship and touches us deeply again and again.

Modern hits for Rose Monday 2025

In addition to the unforgettable classics, new songs are always in demand to bring the party feeling to a peak. Our favorites for this year are:

• "Jeck Yeah" – Cat Ballou: An energetic song that perfectly reflects the modern carnival scene.
• "Leev Marie" – Paveier & Corinna: A cheerful anthem that convinces not least with its catchy melody.
• "Danz esu" – Kasalla: The band from Cologne delivers the perfect mix of tradition and modernity with this track.

Our personal insider tips

Yes, we love the hits everyone knows, but we've also discovered a few insider tracks that can round out any playlist and add a little extra surprise. Here are our secret favorites:

1. "Halt Pohl" – De Räuber: A charming invitation to join in and sing along.
2. "Wenn et Trömmelche jeht" – De Räuber: This song makes everyone want to rush onto the dance floor.
3. "It's nice that you're here" – Domstürmer: Because nothing expresses solidarity better than this hit.

The best international party hits for Rose Monday

Carnival isn't just a celebration of regional hits, but also a melting pot of cultures! International songs can also heat up the atmosphere. Here are a few international gems:

• "Macarena" – Los Del Rio: Pure good cheer with the world-famous dance move. Everyone knows it!
• "Gangnam Style" – Psy: The perfect song to bring some crazy dance moves to the dance floor.
• "Happy" – Pharrell Williams: No international party hits list would be complete without this feel-good track.

The perfect playlist for an unforgettable celebration

Now that we've covered some of this year's best Rose Monday songs, all that's left is to create the perfect playlist to give your party that special something. We recommend creating a diverse mix of tried-and-true and new.

Here are a few tips for creating your ultimate carnival playlist:

• Start with some slow classics to build the mood.
• Then mix modern hits with energetic classics to get the crowd moving.
• Leave enough room for your guests' spontaneous requests, because nothing brings more joy than hearing their favorite song.
• Remember to keep things varied: we recommend including both international and national hits.

Conclusion: Ready to celebrate!

Carnival without music would be like Cologne without the cathedral—simply unthinkable! Choosing the right Rose Monday songs plays a crucial role in the success of any celebration. With our selection of traditional hits, modern tunes, and international party hits, you're well-equipped to make Rose Monday 2025 an unforgettable event. So, let's raise our glasses, turn up the speakers, and storm the dance floor. Cologne, Alaaf!