Above all, he loves jazz, singing sad songs, he especially likes cackling chickens (that are real live chickens, non crispy baked McDonald's menu). He likes to compose on the piano, altough it stands in room of both sisters.
Isak first came to public attention by taking part in X Factor, Sweden, 2012. According to viewers' choice poll for performances, he finished 3rd after passing through ten rounds in Swedish TV4.
For opening performance at the ten-week TV series X Factor, he chose a song by Gotye 'Somebody That I Used To Know', the finale was provided by David Guetta's 'Titanium'.
In 2013 Isak has requested to enter into the promotion event 'Teen Hoot' in London. Teen Hoot UK act as global stage for the best up and coming teen artists around the globe, a small initial step on the career ladder. Teen Hoot was founded in Nashville, TN, USA.
On November 30, 2013 his time had come, Isak took Teen Hoot's stage by storm in front of an enthusiastic audience in London, and became public favourite straightaway. He performed 'Domino' (Jessie J), 'Wrecking Ball' (Miley Cyrus), just like 'Say Something' from A Great Big World featuring Christina Aguilera.
Since his first public appearance two years have passed (an eternity in adolescence). But 72 hours after New Year's Eve, on January 3, 2014, his debut single 'Long Live This Love' was out! And - straightaway - the second single 'Say Something' followed close behind, both released by Record Company TEN, Sony Music Entertainment Sweden AB.
Almost on the same day, he released one year later, on January 13, 2015, the single 'Falling Into You', followed on the heels of his debut EP 'Volume One' on March 26, 2015.
Single 'Remember' out September 1, 2016.
Isak announces next album 'Volume Two'.
Isak does not allow himself to rest for a moment, he works tirelessly for new songs. So he even released 2 singles in June 2017, first 'Jennie' on June 8, shortly followed by the next 'I Don't See You' on June 29.
In April 2017, Danielson's track "Ending" was featured in a choreography video posted by Maddie Ziegler and in September 2017 the song was also featured on American program So You Think You Can Dance and again in the American television series Cloak & Dagger. These events saw an increase in his streaming numbers around the world.
In April 2018, Danielson released "Broken", the lead single from his forthcoming debut studio album. Danielson said was inspired by a friend who had experienced a number of sexual assaults.
In July 2018, Danielson released "Always", which was followed by "I'll Be Waiting" in September and "I'm Falling in Love" in October. On 19 October 2018, Danielson released his debut studio album Yours. Yours peaked at number 27 on the Swedish charts.
In January 2019, Danielson released "Power" which was followed by "Bleed Out" on 5 March. Both tracks were the lead singles from his third EP, titled Run to You, which was released on 29 March 2019.
In September 2019, Danielson released "Silence", his first on new IOD label, after signing with Universal Music Group.
In April 2020, Danielson released his second studio album, Remember to Remember Me. The album title is a message to the listener to follow along on his personal journey, where no topic is too delicate to explore. In the songs "Light Up", "Silence" and "Religion", Danielson reflects on his own relationship with anxiety and his message that no one should ever feel alone in their struggle with anxiety.
Per Magnusson from Aftonbladet gave the album 3 out of 5 saying "Isak Danielson makes pop music so emotional and sad that it almost forgets to breathe" and that "he sings well beyond his age".
Albums
Yours (2018)
Remember to Remember Me (2020)
EPs
Volume One (2015)
Volume Two (2016)
Run to You (2019)
Singles
"Long Live This Love" (2014)
"Say Something" (2014)
"Falling Into You" (2015)
"Ending" (2015)
"Remember" (2016)
"I Don't See You" (2017)
"Broken" (2018)
"Always" (2018)
"I'll Be Waiting" (2018)
"I'm Falling in Love" (2018)
"Power" (2019)
"Bleed Out" (2019)
"Every Song for You" (live in Studio Brun) (2019)
"Silence" (2019)
"Snowman" (2019)
"Light Up" (2020)
"I Don't Need Your Love" (2020)
"Domino" (2020)
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Sources: Instagram Isak Danielson, Isak Danielson Twitter account, University of Gothenburg, Sweden TV4, press interview, Scandi.Pop UK, Teen Hoot UK, NVSC Wiki
Compiled by Enrico (born-in-hell) for artist biographies in last.fm UK/USA, 2016-2021
Viva La Vida
Isak Danielson Lyrics
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Seas would rise when I gave the word
Now in the morning I sleep alone
Sweep the streets I used to own
One minute I held the key
Next the walls were closed on me
And I discovered that my castles stand
I hear Jerusalem bells are ringing
Roman Cavalry choirs are singing
Be my mirror, my sword and shield
My missionaries in a foreign field
For some reason I can't explain
Once you're gone there was never
Never an honest word
But that was when I ruled the world
...
I hear Jerusalem bells are ringing
Roman Cavalry choirs are singing
Be my mirror, my sword and shield
My missionaries in a foreign field
For some reason I can't explain
I know Saint Peter won't call my name
Never an honest word
But that was when I ruled the world
The lyrics to Isak Danielson's Viva La Vida reveal the struggles of a fallen ruler, who once held great power and commanded the seas, but now finds himself alone and cleaning the streets he once owned. The song speaks to the deceitful nature of power and the fleeting nature of success. The chorus of the song alludes to religious themes, with mentions of Jerusalem bells and Roman Cavalry choirs, and the singer prays for a mirror, sword, and shield, as well as for missionaries to help him in a foreign land.
The first verse depicts the singer's descent from power and his loss of control over the world. He goes from ruling the world to sleeping alone and sweeping the streets, having lost everything he once held dear. The second verse speaks to the fragility of power and how it can be taken away at any moment. The singer discovers that his castles were built upon pillars of salt and sand, indicating that they were never solid in the first place.
In the chorus, the singer continues to seek refuge in religious imagery, asking for a mirror, sword, and shield to guide him in his new, foreign environment. He also acknowledges his past mistakes and the dishonesty that came with his former rule. The final verse portrays the singer's sense of hopelessness, with the realization that he has been forgotten and will not be remembered after he passes.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to rule the world
Once upon a time, I had complete power and control over everything around me
Seas would rise when I gave the word
I had so much influence, that even nature obeyed me without question
Now in the morning I sleep alone
Now, I'm alone with no one to share my victories and accomplishments
Sweep the streets I used to own
Performing tasks that I once delegated to others, it's now my responsibility to do things myself
One minute I held the key
I once had all the power and control
Next the walls were closed on me
Suddenly, everything was out of my reach, and all the doors were closed
And I discovered that my castles stand
I gradually came to realize that my power was built on fragile foundations
Upon pillars of salt and pillars of sand
Everything I had built was frail and unstable, and ultimately crumbled beneath me
I hear Jerusalem bells are ringing
I hear the sounds of distant places that are beyond my current reach and control
Roman Cavalry choirs are singing
Even the most powerful forces I can imagine are beyond my control
Be my mirror, my sword and shield
I need something to reflect and protect me, helping me to navigate the challenges ahead
My missionaries in a foreign field
I feel like I'm alone and lost, seeking guidance and support to overcome my struggles
For some reason I can't explain
Even I don't understand the reasons for the changes happening around me
I know Saint Peter won't call my name
I feel like I'm outside of the circle of life, and that I won't be able to reach heaven
Never an honest word
People around me are hiding the truth, and I can't trust them to be truthful with me
But that was when I ruled the world
At a time when I was at my strongest and most powerful, everything was different
Contributed by Nicholas I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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