Genghis Khan Popular Song Rankings [2025]

Aim for MoscowGenghis Khan1rank/position

Dschinghis Khan – Moskau (Starparade 14.06.1979)

This is a song that enjoyed immense popularity in online communities in the early 2000s.

A craze sparked by mondegreens—people finding humor in a completely unfamiliar language—took off, and when video-sharing sites became popular in the late 2000s, it drew attention again through “I tried dancing” videos that imitated its comical and peculiar choreography.

Kaptain NemoGenghis Khan2rank/position

Dschinghis Khan – Käpt’n Nemo (1980)

This number is based on a science fiction adventure novel published in 1870 by Jules Verne.

It was adapted into a film by Walt Disney in 1954 and is also popular as a Disneyland attraction.

You can enjoy a sense of exhilaration that feels like steadily pressing forward.

KontikiGenghis Khan3rank/position

DschinghisKhan Kontiki

The Kon-Tiki is a large raft with a mast and a cabin, built in 1947 by the Norwegian anthropologist Thor Heyerdahl and his team.

Heyerdahl published the Kon-Tiki Expedition account in 1948, summarizing the drift voyage, and this song is sung with ideas drawn from that account.

In the lyrics, Heyerdahl’s name is also repeatedly invoked.

Genghis Khan (also refers to a Japanese grilled mutton dish called 'Jingisukan')Genghis Khan4rank/position

Genghis Khan (1979) with lyrics

Released in 1979, the song gained popularity for its comical, catchy melody and unforgettable, impactful costumes and choreography.

It also had a major influence on Japan’s disco and dance scenes and has been covered by various artists.

IvanhoeGenghis Khan5rank/position

Ivanhoe

It is included on the 1982 album “Helden, Schurken und der Dudelmoser.” The theme is a historical novel by the British writer W.

Scott, unfolding a story of love and valor set in medieval England.

Ole OleGenghis Khan6rank/position

Dschinghis Khan – Olé olé (Wetten, dass …? 18.02.1984)

This song celebrates the death of a matador named Miguel, honoring his past challenges and fierce battles.

It has a Spanish-style melody with the refrain “Ole, Ole” repeated throughout.

The image of a young man, orphaned and alone, who moves to Madrid to fulfill his dreams only to fade away so fleetingly is heartbreaking.

Rockin son of Dschinghis KhanGenghis Khan7rank/position

Dschinghis Khan – Rocking Son Of Dschinghis Khan (Musikladen 18.10.1979)

The Japanese title “Son of Genghis Khan” is themed around Genghis Khan’s actual son.

It introduces the son—who’s a rock ’n’ roller and a drummer like Ringo Starr—at a lively tempo.

It’s an entertaining track featuring a playful interplay between Cossack dance and rock ’n’ roll.