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.
Before You Leave
Kurt Nilsen Lyrics
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Do you have to go away?
Stay stay for tomorrow.
Then I will know, if I'd rather be alone.
Take, take a moment of time and turn it back
So we can start from scratch
Suppose, I'll leave all I've got
Well I'll take what I can before you leave
If that is just a smile
I'll stay up all night, so I can watch you breathe
If that is alright
Come on and show me that silky skin
You're oh so fine
I know we could turn it right
I know we could turn it right
Throw; throw me a lifeline way out to sea
Would you save me if it all goes wrong?
Grab, grab me 'cause I'm yours
Forever that's for sure
Because that's what I want you to tell me
Well I'll take what I can before you leave
If that is just a smile
I'll stay up all night so I can watch you breathe
If that is alright
Come on and show me that silky skin
You're oh so fine
I know we could turn it right
I know we could turn it right
But it's all an illusion
Easier said than done
Let's make a conclusion
Is it worth giving it a try?
Well I'll take what I can before you leave
If that is just a smile
I'll stay up all night so I can watch you breathe
If that is alright
Come on and show me that silky skin
You're oh so fine
I know we could turn it right
I know we could turn it right
Come on and show me that silky skin
You're oh so fine
I know we could turn it right
I know we could turn it right
The lyrics of "Before You Leave" by Kurt Nilsen delve into the pain of letting go of someone you love. The singer is begging their partner to stay a little longer and not to leave them alone. They are uncertain about whether they would prefer to be alone, but the idea of their partner leaving is too much to bear. The lines, "I'll take what I can before you leave/ If that is just a smile/ I'll stay up all night so I can watch you breathe/ If that is alright" reveal the depth of their desperation to hold onto anything they can before their partner is gone forever.
The second verse brings up the idea of starting from scratch, leaving everything behind and trying to make it work. The singer is willing to throw everything away if it will make it easier on their partner's heart. The theme of desperation continues as the chorus repeats, and the singer pleads with their partner to show them their silky skin and give them a lifeline out at sea. They want their partner to assure them that they are forever theirs.
The lyrics of "Before You Leave" are a powerful expression of loss and wanting. The song delves into themes of desperation and the lengths we will go to hold onto those we love, even when it may not be possible.
Line by Line Meaning
Stay, stay a little longer.
Request to stay a little longer
Do you have to go away?
Questioning whether the person has to leave
Stay stay for tomorrow.
Asking to stay for another day
Then I will know, if I'd rather be alone.
Using the person's presence to decide if being alone is better
Take, take a moment of time and turn it back
Asking to go back in time and start over
So we can start from scratch
Wanting to start fresh
Suppose, I'll leave all I've got
Considering leaving everything behind
Would it make it easier on your heart?
Wondering if leaving everything would make it easier for the other person
Well I'll take what I can before you leave
Wanting to make the most of the time left
If that is just a smile
Even a small thing like a smile is enough
I'll stay up all night, so I can watch you breathe
Willing to sacrifice sleep to spend more time with the person
If that is alright
Asking for permission to stay up all night
Come on and show me that silky skin
Asking to be intimate with the person
You're oh so fine
Complimenting the person's appearance
I know we could turn it right
Belief that things can work out
Throw; throw me a lifeline way out to sea
Requesting help when in a difficult situation
Would you save me if it all goes wrong?
Asking if the person would be there in a worst-case scenario
Grab, grab me 'cause I'm yours
Wanting to be claimed by the person
Forever that's for sure
Willing to commit to the person
Because that's what I want you to tell me
Asking for confirmation of feelings
But it's all an illusion
Feeling doubtful about the situation
Easier said than done
Realizing that making things work out is easier said than done
Let's make a conclusion
Suggesting to come to a decision
Is it worth giving it a try?
Questioning if the effort is worth it
Come on and show me that silky skin
Repeating the previous request for intimacy
You're oh so fine
Repeating the previous compliment
I know we could turn it right
Repeating the belief that things can work out
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KURT NILSEN
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