(Beggar and Prince) is a classic German Schlager song released in 1977 by the singer, composer, and producer Peter Orloff . Song Overview

During the 1970s, Orloff was a fixture on the ZDF Hitparade, one of Germany's most influential music television shows. Beyond his own hits like "Ein Mädchen für immer" and "Bettler und Prinz," he was a prolific songwriter for other stars, including Peter Maffay and Bernd Clüver. Legacy and Availability

The track remains a staple of Schlager nostalgia and is frequently included in "Best of" compilations and star portraits celebrating Orloff's decades-long career. In recent years, Orloff has seen a resurgence in public interest following his appearance on the reality show Ich bin ein Star – Holt mich hier raus! (the German version of I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! ) in 2019, where he finished in third place.