Björn Skifs formed his first musical group, the Slam Creepers in 1963. Slam Creepers split in 1969, and Skifs went on to form a new band, Blåblus, in 1972. As Blue Swede the band had a No.1 hit on Billboard in 1974 with a cover on Hooked on a Feeling. Björn Skifs left the band in 1976 to pursue a solo career.
He did the role of The Arbiter on the original studio album for Chess.
Povel Ramel gave him his award Karamelodiktstipendiet in 1984.
Björn Skifs represented Sweden twice in the Eurovision Song Contest, in the 1978 contest and the 1981 contest. In 2000 he hosted Melodifestivalen, the Swedish heat of the Eurovision Song Contest.
Eurovision Song Contest 1978 - Paris
Entry for Sweden
Performer: Björn Skifs
Song title: Det blir alltid värre framåt natten
Song writer(s):
Song composer(s): Peter Himmelstrand
Sang in Position: 20
Final Positon: 14
Total Points: 26
For the third time in Eurovision Song Contest history, the event was held in France. After having hosted the two previous contests in Cannes, French Television decided to host it in the capital Paris. A record of 20 countries participated this year.
Denmark returned to the contest after 11 years of absence. Turkey also participated, and no country withdrew from the previous year. For the first time, the show was presented by two persons, Denise Fabre and Léon Zitrone. It was the first time contest was broadcast live in Dubai.
Israel won the song contest for the first time with the song A-Ba-Ni-Bi by Izhar Cohen & The Alphabeta. The country received five consecutive 12 point votes, which is still a Eurovision Song Contest record. Israel's Head of Delegation, Rivka Michaeli, admitted though that they hadn't been satisfied with Cohen's song. Michaeli said it was only because all the other entries were "so absolutely awful" that Cohen had won the national heats. When it was obvious that Israel would win, the broadcasting company of Jordan stopped the live broadcast claiming they had technical difficulties. A day later they presented the song from Belgium - which came second - as the winning song.
Norway did not get a single vote, which was unique for the new voting system, but that fact would be repeated several times in the future. Big European stars participated in the contest this year, despite all achieving only moderate success. Italy's Ricchi & Poveri, only ending up 12th, went on to have a major success in Europe as part of the later wave of Italo-Pop. The popular singer for Germany, Ireen Sheer, also took part for the second time and came 6th beating Spain's disco queens Baccara who sang for Luxembourg into 7th position.
Eurovision Song Contest 1981 - Dublin
Entry for Sweden
Performer: Björn Skifs
Song title: Fångad I En Dröm
Song writer(s):
Song composer(s): Björn Skifs, Bengt Palmers
Sang in Position: 20
Final Positon: 10
Total Points: 50
For the second time, the Eurovision champion winner, Ireland, was the host for the event which took place in Dublin. In 1981, the total amount of participating countries was 20 once again equalling the record set three years earlier in Paris. Morocco withdrew after their first participation, and Italy decided to stay at home as well because the interest in the country had diminished. Yugoslavia returned to the contest after five years of absence, so did Israel after the county had missed out on one contest. Finally, Cyprus made its Eurovision debut. It was also the first year Egypt's television viewers could follow the contest live on television.
The opening sequence of the 1981 Eurovision Song Contest showed 'old Ireland' blending into 'modern Ireland' with shots of Celtic ruins, cliffs, castles, edited together with close-ups of art and shots of planes, waterfalls, people in the park, children feeding birds, traditional door knockers, front doors, architecture and horse races. The sequence ended with a map of Europe on a globe which span round to reveal the Eurovision logo.
The United Kingdom's entry Making Your Mind Up by the group Bucks Fizz won the 1981 contest after a close race with Germany's entry Johnny Blue by Lena Valaitis. Bucks Fizz was specially formed for the Eurovision Song Contest and had created a memorable show act when the 2 guys in the group ripped off the skirts of the 2 girls, revealing a shorter skirt underneath. To date, it is seen by many as one of the most memorable moments in the history of the Eurovision Song Contest. Bucks Fizz continued their career all over Europe with many hitsongs during the 1980s, like The Land Of Make Believe and My Camera Never Lies.
Hooked On A Feeling
Björn Skifs Lyrics
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Ooga-chaka ooga-ooga
Ooga-chaka ooga-ooga
Ooga-chaka ooga-ooga
I can't stop this feeling
Deep inside of me
Girl, you just don't realize
When you hold me
In your arms so tight
You let me know
Everything's all right
I'm hooked on a feeling
I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
Lips as sweet as candy
Its taste is on my mind
Girl, you got me thirsty
For another cup of wine
Got a bug from you, girl
But I don't need no cure
I just stay a victim
If I can for sure
All the good love when we're all alone
Keep it up, girl
Yeah, you turn me on
I'm hooked on a feeling
I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
All the good love
When we're all alone
Keep it up, girl
Yeah, you turn me on
I'm hooked on a feeling
I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
I'm hooked on a feeling
And I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
I said I'm hooked on a feeling
And I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
Hooked on a feeling
Björn Skifs's song Hooked on a Feeling is a classic pop song that expresses the singer's strong feelings for his lover. The lyrics begin with the repetitive chorus of "Ooga-chaka ooga-ooga", which is a cheerful and catchy tune that sets the tone for the song. The phrase "Ooga-chaka" is said to be inspired by a Nigerian musician's song titled "Diana" that has a similar chant-like chorus. The lyrics that follow are emotional and expressive of the singer's feelings towards his partner. He tells her that he can't stop feeling like he's hooked on her and that she's the reason he feels so happy all the time. He's high on believing that she's in love with him and that they're meant to be together.
The singer goes on to describe how he feels when he's with his lover. He feels safe and secure in her arms and feels like everything is alright because she's there with him. He compares her lips to candy and says he can't get enough of her taste. He's thirsty for another cup of wine, which can be interpreted as a metaphor for his desire for more of her affection. He says that he's hooked on her and doesn't need a cure from her hold on him. The singer also mentions how good the love between him and his lover is when they're alone together.
Overall, Hooked on a Feeling is a fun and upbeat love song. It has a catchy melody and lyrics that express the singer's intense feelings for his partner. The chorus is especially memorable and often used in TV shows and movies as a pop culture reference. The song has stood the test of time and remains a classic pop hit to this day.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooga-chaka ooga-ooga
Repeated chant to hype up the mood and energy of the song.
I can't stop this feeling
There is an intense emotion that the singer cannot control.
Deep inside of me
The emotion is coming from within the singer.
Girl, you just don't realize
The person causing the emotion is not aware of the effect they have on the singer.
What you do to me
The actions of the person are affecting the singer deeply.
When you hold me
The physical touch of the person is especially powerful.
In your arms so tight
The embrace is intimate and close, further increasing the intensity of the singer's emotions.
You let me know
The singer's emotions are being validated by the person's actions.
Everything's all right
The singer's emotional world is currently in a positive state.
I'm hooked on a feeling
The singer is heavily invested in their emotions and feels as if they're bound to them.
I'm high on believing
The emotions have taken over the singer's mind and body.
That you're in love with me
The singer believes that the person they are referring to reciprocates their feelings.
Lips as sweet as candy
The person's physical attributes are being romanticized, making them seem desirable.
Its taste is on my mind
The physical sensations associated with being near the person are strongly affecting the singer's thoughts.
Girl, you got me thirsty
The singer is yearning for more of the person's attention and affection.
For another cup of wine
A metaphorical reference to the person providing the singer with emotional fulfillment.
Got a bug from you, girl
The person has 'infected' the singer with the emotion previously referred to.
But I don't need no cure
The singer does not want to be cured of the emotion or let it go.
I just stay a victim
The singer accepts their powerlessness and does not wish to change the situation.
If I can for sure
The singer will continue to hold onto the emotions as long as they can.
All the good love when we're all alone
The intimate moments shared with the person are filled with genuine affection and emotion.
Keep it up, girl
The singer is encouraging the person to continue their actions and validate the emotions.
Yeah, you turn me on
The singer is attracted to the person and stimulated by their actions and presence.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Mark James
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@optiksnipegaming9720
I can't stop this feeling
Deep inside of me
Girl, you just don't realize
What you do to me
When you hold me
In your arms so tight
You let me know
Everything's alright
I'm hooked on a feeling
I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
Lips as sweet as candy
It's taste is on my mind
Girl, you got me thirsty
For another cup of wine
Got a bug from you girl
But I don't need no cure
I just stay a victim
If I can for sure
All the good love
When we're all alone
Keep it up girl
Yeah, you turn me on
I'm hooked on a feeling
I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
All the good love
When we're all alone
Keep it up, girl
Yeah, you turn me on
I'm hooked on a feeling
I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
I'm hooked on a feeling
And I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
I said I'm hooked on a feeling
And I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
I'm hooked on a feeling
@kittiwatsawatkaew5855
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I can't stop this feeling
Deep inside of me
Girl, you just don't realize
What you do to me
When you hold me
In your arms so tight
You let me know
Everything's alright
I'm hooked on a feeling
I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
Lips as sweet as candy
It's taste is on my mind
Girl, you got me thirsty
For another cup of wine
Got a bug from you girl
But I don't need no cure
I just stay a victim
If I can for sure
All the good love
When we're all alone
Keep it up girl
Yeah, you turn me on
I'm hooked on a feeling
I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
All the good love
When we're all alone
Keep it up, girl
Yeah, you turn me on
I'm hooked on a feeling
I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
I'm hooked on a feeling
And I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
I said I'm hooked on a feeling
And I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
I'm hooked on a feeling
@maciektodran4582
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@jasminerodriguez5632
Deadpool says to everyone
Everyone listen 👂
I hear music of happiness
I hear Jasmine
She’s singing hooked on a feeling
She’s good at singing
Sing sweetheart
Sing darling
You guys look 👀 over there 👉
There she is
The brave fearless magnificent mighty strong powerful warm loving caring protective dragon warrior singer herself
Jasmine
My goodness
What’s gotten into her
It’s wonderful to listen 👂 Jasmine
After all she’s my daughter
What can I say
She’s my baby girl
@lungs7770
All the people who disliked weren’t hooked on a feeling
@lordgaroro
You are at 69 likes, the law forbids me from liking it
@lordgaroro
@@lungs7770 I know mate. I'm sorry , but I gotta follow the law
@dethknightlavamoth1736
Hahaha yea
@enthusiastic_tank6752
@@lordgaroro what f**** nation has that law?
@lordgaroro
@@enthusiastic_tank6752 my imagiNation
@dondatko1774
Pray for the original singer of this song BJ Thomas who is battling stage 4 cancer. 🙏
@edmondruiz2171
Damn that sucks. Get well B.J
@seangreene6434
Best of luck BJ hope you see this.
@albertlopez4168
Stay strong BJ