The Previous Icon Was Nena
He masterminded a Canadian synth-pop group, creating the 1982 quirky new wave hit about dancing freely that peaked at No. 3 in the US. Drawing from punk and electronics, the whimsical medieval-themed video became MTV gold. Their album spawned more fun tracks with deeper anti-conformity messages. After 80s success, he went solo and later reformed the band. The song thrives in memes and covers, but he remains a favorite among synth fans who remember the era’s oddball charm.
Can you name this quirky Canadian synth leader?
