The year after, he competed in the World Idol contest; after performing U2's "Beautiful Day" the Australian judge, Ian Dickson, told him: "You're one hell of a marketing challenge because you've got the voice of an angel but you look like a Hobbit." In spite of this, Kurt went on to win the competition, beating the bookies' favourite, American Idol Kelly Clarkson.
He has recorded several albums, the latest one Rise To The Occasion - with the single "Lost Highway" together with country legend Willie Nelson. _The_ Willie Nelson. Kurt has also played with Willie on his tour here in Norway.
Kurt Nilsen married Kristin Halvorsen in the summer of 2006. He has two kids from a previous relationship. His wife, Kristin, is one of the backupsingers in Kurt Nilsens hit "Push Push".
In the sparetime he enjoys trips to his lodge in the Norwegian mountains, and he is a huge fan of fishing.
A Part Of Me
Kurt Nilsen Lyrics
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And to see your happy face again
There is not a single moment that
I ever think the thought
Of not returning again
Summer went and got pale once more
A brand new city I have to explore
I keep on coming back with less, 'cause I've lost them
She does not know that a part of me has left home
And it's never ever coming back
There is nothing I can do with that
She does not know that a part of me has left home
And it's never ever coming back
Never ever coming back
There's no sleep for the living nowadays
Hanging in there with a steady course
I can feel it from the back of my spine
I am totally yours
Autumn comes I've seen it before
Another town it's not that fun anymore
I've been searching for those perfect answers
I need you more right now than ever
She does not know
That a part of me has left home
And it's never ever coming back
There is nothing I can do with that
She does not know
That a part of me has left home
And it's never ever coming back
Never ever coming back
Coming home with the sentence saying 'I've missed you'
And to see your happy face again
She does not know
That a part of me has left home
And it's never ever coming back
There is nothing I can do with that
She does not know
That a part of me has left home
And it's never ever coming back
Never ever coming back
The song "A Part Of Me" by Kurt Nilsen is a melancholic piece that touches upon themes of displacement, homesickness, and the hardship of separation. In the first stanza, the singer talks about returning home after a long period of time and being able to see the happiness on the face of the person they missed. However, the realization dawns upon the singer that a part of them has left home, and that it's never coming back. The loss is irreversible and the singer is powerless to do anything about it.
The second stanza elaborates on the singer's state of mind. They talk about how they have been relentlessly searching for answers and wisdom, but have come up empty-handed. The singer feels lost and disconnected from their surroundings. The third stanza is a plea to the person they have missed, letting them know that they still need them, more than ever.
The song is beautifully written and has a melancholic vibe to it that resonates with anyone who feels trapped in their own life. It captures the pain of being away from home and how it feels when a part of you is no longer there. The song is a reminder to hold on to the things and people we love because they can help us weather the toughest storms.
Line by Line Meaning
Coming home with the sentence saying 'I've missed you'
Returning home and expressing the sentiment of missing someone dear.
And to see your happy face again
Observing the object of one's affection's joyous countenance after a period of absence.
There is not a single moment that
Every instance and recollection that comes to mind
I ever think the thought
Never once do I entertain the idea
Of not returning again
Of not making future visits.
Summer went and got pale once more
Summer's golden hue bled out, leaving a pallor in its place.
A brand new city I have to explore
An unfamiliar place that's ripe for exploration,
I have been searching for good answers and wisdom
Seeking enlightenment and understanding in life,
I keep on coming back with less, 'cause I've lost them
Returning from those journeys with fewer answers than before, having lost them since departing.
She does not know that a part of me has left home
The subject's beloved is unaware that a portion of the individual's being has abandoned the place of origin.
And it's never ever coming back
That segment is forever entrenched in the new locale, and its former place shall never regain it.
There is nothing I can do with that
The situation is irreversible and inescapable, beyond individual control.
Never ever coming back
Permanently gone and not meant to return.
There's no sleep for the living nowadays
Rest is elusive in present times.
Hanging in there with a steady course
Persevering in the face of adversity and maintaining steady progress,
I can feel it from the back of my spine
Sensations emanating from the lower back related to anxiety and stress.
I am totally yours
Completely devoted to the beloved.
Autumn comes I've seen it before
A season that has been experienced previously has arrived.
Another town it's not that fun anymore
An additional location has lost its shine and no longer provides the same enjoyment.
I've been searching for those perfect answers
Hunting for ideal solutions,
I need you more right now than ever
The subject's beloved is now more imperative than ever before.
She does not know
The beloved is unaware
That a part of me has left home
The subject has left a portion of themselves behind at the place of origin.
And it's never ever coming back
That part is gone for good, and nothing can change that.
There is nothing I can do with that
The situation is beyond individual control, and no action can rectify it.
Never ever coming back
The entity is gone and will never return.
Coming home with the sentence saying 'I've missed you'
Returning home and confessing the longing for one's beloved aloud.
And to see your happy face again
Taking pleasure in observing the expression of contentment on the object of affection's features.
She does not know
The beloved is ignorant to the situation.
That a part of me has left home
The subject left a portion of themselves behind in the original location.
And it's never ever coming back
That segment is gone for good, without any hope of return.
There is nothing I can do with that
The situation is out of the subject's control, rendering them powerless.
Never ever coming back
That entity is gone, and nothing can change or bring it back.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KURT NILSEN
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