Falco

Biography

Falco was a pioneering Austrian singer and musician who achieved unparalleled success worldwide. His breakout hit "Der Kommissar" (1981) showcased his unique rap style, while his chart-topping single "Rock Me Amadeus" (1986) made him the first German-language artist to reach No. 1 on the US Billboard charts. With 20 million albums and 40 million singles sold, Falco remains Austria's best-selling singer of all time, until his tragic death at age 40 in a traffic collision in 1998.