With "Die Reise", Max Giesinger (31, "Never stronger than now") released a pure acoustic album for the first time on Friday (June 19). To find on it: newly arranged versions of hits like "At Home", "Legends" and "On What Comes There", his successful duet with Lotte (24, "Too Young"). The musician replaced driving electric guitars with acoustic models; instead of keyboard and synthesizer, piano and strings were used.
In "Sing my song – the exchange concert", Giesinger revealed that he is still on the road in terms of love and is single. A condition that he got used to. In an interview with the news agency spot on news, the 31-year-old reveals why he is not actively looking for a relationship, what his partner should be like and what experience he has had with online dating.
In the artist story on "Sing My Song – The Exchange Concert" you said that you are single. Do you want a relationship?
Max Giesinger: I got very used to single life and I like many aspects of it. I try to get rid of the pressure of saying, "I have to have a relationship because all of my buddies have one." That is the wrong approach. I don't go through life and actively seek a relationship because I don't need it to be happy. During the Corona crisis, I realized that I can be alone with myself. That is the basic requirement for a successful relationship.
What should a partner be like?
Giesinger: Visually, I prefer no particular type. It is important that she is relaxed and has a sense of humor. Of course I have to like her and she shouldn't do things because she thinks she should please me. I would prefer to meet a woman who doesn't know who I am.
So your fame makes it difficult for you to get to know potential partners?
Giesinger: No, it doesn't make it more difficult. When I go to a bar, of course, I am addressed. That was not the case in the past. But it is difficult to meet someone who wants to get to know me as a person, regardless of everything else. You have to be able to assess whether affection is real. I think I can do it, but the right one wasn't there yet.
Would you call yourself brave in love? Are you taking the first step and "jumping into the cold water"?
Giesinger: I'm careful. In my last relationships, I always thought carefully about letting people into my life. Since I am very fond of freedom, I need someone who complements me and wants to spend time with my buddies. The idea that you have to restrict yourself should not arise.
Her parents divorced early. Does your family history affect relationships?
Giesinger: What you get from your parents is carried in your heart – the good and bad things. When they separate, you probably internalize a certain amount of mistrust of relationships. If you are aware of this fact, you can consider doing something different yourself.
You were registered with Tinder. How was this experience and what do you think about online dating?
Giesinger: It was very uncomfortable. I went online once and it felt like hell. I am not a fan of superficiality.