While first recorded by Lale Andersen , the most famous version is by Marlene Dietrich , who sang it for Allied troops.
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You can find original recordings and sheet music on platforms like Spotify and Sheet Music Plus. 2. The Film: Lili Marleen (1981) A West German drama directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder .
Originally a German love poem written by during WWI, it became a global sensation during WWII. It is unique for being beloved by both Axis and Allied soldiers .
The lyrics describe a soldier standing under a lantern by a barrack gate, longing for his girlfriend.