 Despite success, the band have been subject to some controversies, with their overall image having been subject to criticism; for instance, the song "Ich tu dir weh" forced its parent album "Liebe ist für alle da" to be re-released in Germany with the song removed due to its sexually explicit lyrics.In 1989, East German guitarist Richard Kruspe escaped to West Berlin and started the band Orgasm Death Gimmick.At that time, he was heavily influenced by American music, especially that of rock group Kiss.