Nena is a German pop rock band and the stage name of its lead singer, Gabriele "Nena" Kerner, originating in West Germany in the early 1980s. Associated with Neue Deutsche Welle, new wave and pop rock, the group achieved international recognition with the 1983 hit "99 Luftballons," noted for its catchy synth-driven melodies and socially aware lyrics. Musically, Nena blends synthesizer-based arrangements, guitar-driven pop rock, and melodic hooks, often featuring upbeat tempos contrasted with reflective or politically tinged themes. The band's period of greatest prominence began in the early to mid-1980s, with the singer continuing a long solo and collaborative career thereafter; their work is characterized by accessible songcraft, prominent vocal delivery, and a blend of electronic and rock instrumentation.