Rednex - Wish You Were Here ✯

: There is a specific "Memorial Version" of the song that has been released and featured on their official channels.

: The music video, directed by Matt Broadley, features a sepia-toned American Civil War theme. It depicts lead singer Annika Ljungberg (as "Mary Joe") singing to a soldier who has been killed in battle. Rednex - Wish You Were Here

An interesting and often overlooked fact about Rednex 's 1995 ballad is that it was co-produced by the legendary Max Martin . : There is a specific "Memorial Version" of

: Despite Rednex being known as a "novelty" act in some regions, this ballad was a massive serious success, reaching #1 in at least six countries including Germany, Norway, Switzerland, and Austria. directed by Matt Broadley