Dschingis Khan composer Ralph Siegel wants back into Eurovision — and the song he has submitted for Germany's 2027 pre-selection is one he says came to him while he was in a coma.
Image: Ralph Siegel via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Siegel revealed the news in an interview with Bunte, confirming the submission with the words: "We have just submitted our application. Now we are very curious."
According to the composer, the melody came to him during a medically induced coma — a revelation that follows his recent serious illness. Siegel spent months in hospital undergoing treatment before making his recovery, and now the song born from that experience could mark his return to the contest.
He described the track as "something relatively ambitious", adding that he hopes "the jury sees it the same way."
For now, the song's status remains unconfirmed: broadcaster SWR has not confirmed receipt of the submission, and the German selection remains pending. It has not been accepted into the pre-selection at this stage.
Siegel has also previously announced a "next generation" of Dschingis Khan, set to tour Germany in 2027.
Siegel's Eurovision history
Ralph Siegel is one of Eurovision's most prolific composers. His Dschingis Khan entry of 1979 — composed by Siegel with lyrics by Bernd Meinunger — finished fourth for West Germany in Jerusalem. Across his career he has 24 Eurovision entries to his name. His biggest success was "Ein bisschen Frieden" by Nicole, the winner of Eurovision 1982 for Germany. His most recent entry was San Marino's "Spirit of the Night" in 2017.
Quotes
"We have just submitted our application. Now we are very curious."
"I hope the jury sees it the same way."
Frequently asked questions
Is Ralph Siegel returning to Eurovision in 2026?
No — his song is submitted for Germany's Eurovision 2027 pre-selection, not the 2026 contest.
What did Siegel say about the song?
That the melody came to him during a medically induced coma, and that it is "something relatively ambitious".
When did Dschingis Khan last do Eurovision?
In 1979 in Jerusalem, finishing fourth for West Germany with the self-titled "Dschingis Khan".
What is Ralph Siegel's biggest Eurovision success?
"Ein bisschen Frieden" by Nicole, Germany's first Eurovision win in 1982.
Sources: ESC Covers; Particle News; TakeToNews; Bunte interview reported Sept 28–29, 2026.
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