Nick Cave lived in Berlin during the late 1980s and early 1990s. He
moved to Berlin seeking a change of environment and inspiration. Berlin's vibrant arts scene and rich cultural history appealed to Cave, offering him a supportive and creative environment to focus on his music and writing.
Cave's time in Berlin had a profound influence on his work, as reflected in albums such as Tender Prey and the writing of his first novel And the Ass Saw the Angel.
