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.
Crazy Crazy Nights
Kurt Nilsen Lyrics
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These are crazy crazy crazy crazy nights
People try to take my soul away
But I dont hear the rap that they all say
They try to tell us we don't belong
That's alright, we're millions strong
This is my music, it makes me proud
These are crazy crazy crazy crazy nights
These are crazy crazy crazy crazy nights
Sometimes days are so hard to survive
Million ways to bury you alive
The sun goes down like a bad bad dream
You're wound up tight gotta let off steam
They say they can break you again and again
If life is a radio, turn it up to ten
These are crazy crazy crazy crazy nights(yeah)
These are crazy crazy crazy crazy nights
These are crazy crazy crazy crazy nights(nights)
These are crazy crazy crazy crazy nights
They try to tell us we don't belong
That's alright, we're millions strong
This is my people, you are my crowd, this is our music, and I love it loud
These are crazy crazy, crazy, crazy nights(yeah)
These are crazy crazy, crazy, crazy nights
These are crazy nights
These are crazy nights
Kurt Nilsen's song "Crazy Crazy Nights" is an anthem for music lovers who cannot be deterred by external forces that attempt to take away their passion for music. The opening lines of the song, "These are crazy crazy crazy crazy nights," sets the tone for what's to come. The repetition of the word "crazy" emphasizes the intensity of the emotions felt during the nights in question.
The following lines of the song convey the struggle that many music lovers face when others try to downplay or criticize their love for music. Nilsen sings, "People try to take my soul away, but I don't hear the rap that they all say. They try to tell us we don't belong." Despite the naysayers, Nilsen asserts that "we're millions strong," and that "this is our music, and I love it loud."
The chorus of the song repeats the message that these are indeed "crazy crazy nights," but the term "crazy" takes on a positive connotation. The hardships of daily life are "buried alive" by music, and the night becomes a safe space to "let off steam." Nilsen encourages his listeners to "turn it up to ten" to fully immerse themselves in the music.
Overall, "Crazy Crazy Nights" is a celebration of the power of music and a declaration that music lovers will not allow others to diminish the importance of their passion.
Line by Line Meaning
These are crazy crazy crazy crazy nights
The nights are wild and chaotic.
People try to take my soul away
People attempt to manipulate me and change who I am.
But I dont hear the rap that they all say
I am not swayed by their words.
They try to tell us we don't belong
They claim we are outsiders who do not fit in.
That's alright, we're millions strong
We are a large community and can support each other.
This is my music, it makes me proud
The music I listen to fills me with pride.
This is my people, these are my crowd
The people who listen to the same music as me are my companions.
Sometimes days are so hard to survive
Some days are difficult to make it through.
Million ways to bury you alive
There are countless ways to bring you down.
The sun goes down like a bad bad dream
The end of the day is dreadful.
You're wound up tight gotta let off steam
You are feeling tense and need to relax.
They say they can break you again and again
Those who oppose you claim they can harm you repeatedly.
If life is a radio, turn it up to ten
If life is difficult, turn up the volume on your optimistic thoughts.
This is my people, you are my crowd, this is our music, and I love it loud
The people who love the same music as me are my community and I am proud to share it with them.
These are crazy crazy, crazy, crazy nights(yeah)
The nights are wild and chaotic.
These are crazy crazy, crazy, crazy nights
The nights are wild and chaotic.
These are crazy nights
The nights are wild and chaotic.
These are crazy nights
The nights are wild and chaotic.
Writer(s): Paul Stanley, Adam Mitchell Copyright: Largo Cargo Music, Hori Prod. America Inc.
Contributed by Alaina G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.