Tanze Mit Mir In Den Morgen (Mitternachts-Tango) / Du Fehlst Mir So Sehr (I Missed Me)

Released in 1961 on the Philips label, this single features Gerhard Wendland's signature hit, 'Tanze mit mir in den Morgen.' The song became a defining piece of German schlager music during the early 1960s, capturing the optimism and dance-oriented pop culture of the post-war economic miracle era. It famously secured the number one spot on the German charts, cementing Wendland’s status as a staple of the light music genre.

The recording was produced to capitalize on the popularity of continental tango rhythms reimagined for the modern pop listener. Wendland, a classically trained singer who transitioned into light entertainment, provided a smooth, baritone delivery that appealed to a broad adult audience. The track's enduring success led to its inclusion in the 1962 musical film of the same name, which further integrated the song into the cultural fabric of West German media at the time.