Discover the story of the song > Ivory Tower – Alphaville

The protagonist is sending a message from his Ivory Tower, where he feels safe and disconnected from the world. He talks about all the different things he’s sent songs about, like dolphins, angels, and love. He worries about not being able to come back and asks his partner to understand if that happens. He feels alone and far from home, and Germany doesn’t feel like a good place for him. He talks about the world being a cruel place and that he doesn’t want to play the game anymore. He repeats his message, asking his partner to understand if he doesn’t return.