The Mysterious Song Unveiled

For the last 17 years, a global community of music enthusiasts has been on a thrilling quest to uncover what is famously dubbed "the most mysterious song on the internet." This search has captivated countless individuals, sparking a flurry of online sleuthing across platforms, but it took a dedicated investigator’s chance find to finally reveal the answer: the elusive track is titled "Subways Of Your Mind," recorded by the little-known 1980s German band, FEX.

FEX's Reaction

The members of FEX are completely taken aback by this revelation. Michael Haedrich, aged 68, who played keyboard, guitar, and provided backup vocals, told Der Spiegel magazine that he and his bandmates were completely unaware of the phenomenon surrounding their old music. "It's astounding to think that people are still interested in a band that had limited success locally over 40 years ago," he said.

The Origins of the Mystery

The journey began in 2007 when a German brother and sister uploaded a track they had digitized after recording it from the radio onto a cassette tape during their teenage years. They sought help on various forums to identify the song, sparking the interest of audiophiles everywhere. Despite the track's absence from any music databases, online detectives analyzed its musical elements and the lead singer's accent in hopes of providing answers.

The Online Hunt

Unfortunately, initial attempts to trace the song yielded no fruitful results, although many identified it as part of the 1980s "New Wave" genre. The mystery intensified in 2019 when the track was shared on Reddit, which led to an explosive surge in interest. A dedicated subforum, “r/TheMysteriousSong,” attracted tens of thousands of members passionate about solving this musical enigma, capturing the attention of media outlets in Germany and beyond.

The Breakthrough

The breakthrough finally arrived earlier this week, courtesy of a Reddit user known as "marijn1412," who announced the identification of the song as "Subways Of Your Mind." While researching a music event organized by public broadcasters in northern Germany during the 1980s, the user stumbled upon former members of FEX. After reaching out to them, marijn1412 received a version of the song along with its long-sought title!

FEX's Plans

In a delightful twist, Haedrich shared that this was the first time he had heard about the extensive efforts to solve the mystery surrounding their song. Now, with renewed interest in their music, the band members are eager to reissue "Subways Of Your Mind" and are actively searching for the original recording of the track.

A Timeless Connection

This unexpected twist of fate showcases how the timeless nature of music continues to weave connections across generations and geographies. As Haedrich mused, "For us, it has just come suddenly," reminding us all that sometimes, the best stories are waiting to be rediscovered after decades in silence. Stay tuned for updates as FEX plans to breathe new life into their music and engage with fans old and new!