Haftbefehl - 1999 Pt.1 [TRUSTED]

"1999 Pt. 1" is widely regarded as a turning point in German rap history. VIDEOPREMIERE: Haftbefehl – 1999 Pt. 3 - Red Bull

: The production by Bazzazian is known for its dark, cinematic quality, which redefined the "Kanack" sound in German hip-hop. Lyrics and Themes

: Much of the video was filmed on location at the Mainpark housing estate, cementing the song's connection to Haftbefehl's roots. Impact and Legacy

The official music video was produced by the Berlin-based collective and directed by Chehad Abdallah .

is a landmark track by German rapper Haftbefehl , released on October 23, 2014, as the second single from his critically acclaimed fourth studio album, Russisch Roulette . Produced by his long-time collaborator Bazzazian , the song serves as the opening chapter of a multi-part narrative series exploring Haftbefehl's formative years in Offenbach. Context and Concept

: The video uses high-contrast cinematography to emphasize the "Arm und Reich" (Poor and Rich) disparity of the Frankfurt/Offenbach region.

: Unlike traditional rap "flexing," Pt. 1 focuses on world-building, listing specific streets, local figures, and the reality of growing up in a high-density migrant neighborhood.