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.
Du sa
Kurt Nilsen Lyrics
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Prøvd å vis at eg ikje e nåkke for deg
Har ikje helt trodd på at det sku bli oss
Har prøvd å seile, prøvd å kaste loss
Men du sa
Ooh Eg elskar deg
Ooh Du vet eg gjør
Gammal gods e bær pågås å tynge me
Ekje lætt å skjønne, men det va trygt for meg
Men du så forbi alt skrot i rægn å snø
En isbred smelte mer enn hav, så glømte det å flø
Men du sa
Ooh Eg elskar deg
Ooh Du vet eg gjør
Ooh Eg elskar deg
Så kom den timen eg ikje klarte mer
Men motstand ha brytte ned på dine kne
Takk for at du holdt ut mens eg styrte på
Eg er så gla du ikje lot meg gå
Eg sier
Ooh Eg elskar deg
Ooh Du vet eg gjør
Oh oh ooh Eg elskar deg
Ooh Eg elskar deg
Ooh Du vet eg gjør
Oh oh ooooh Eg elskar deg
Oh!
The lyrics of Kurt Nilsen's song "Du sa" tell the story of someone who has tried to run away, hide, and prove that they are not enough for their loved one. They have also struggled to believe that they could make it together. The person has tried different methods like sailing, but despite their efforts, they cannot win the heart of the one they love. However, the loved one sees through all the struggles and barriers that the person is facing and understands that they truly love them. The loved one's acceptance of the person's flaws and persistence in the relationship was what made the person stay and declare their love.
It is a beautiful and emotional song that captures the struggles that many people face in relationships. The song's intense emotion and sincerity in the message seem to resonate with many listeners, and the lyrics are quite relatable. The song's chorus repeats the phrase "Ooh Eg elskar deg," which means "Oh, I love you" in Norwegian. The catchy melody and the way Kurt Nilsen delivers the lyrics make it a powerful and moving ballad.
Overall, "Du sa" is a song about fighting for love, even when the circumstances seem to be against you. It is a reminder that true love is worth fighting for and that it takes two people to make a relationship work.
Line by Line Meaning
Eg har prøvd å løpe, prøvd å gjømme meg
I have tried to run away and hide
Prøvd å vis at eg ikje e nåkke for deg
Tried to show that I am not good enough for you
Har ikje helt trodd på at det sku bli oss
I haven't fully believed that we would be together
Har prøvd å seile, prøvd å kaste loss
I have tried to sail away and let go
Men du sa
But you said
Ooh Eg elskar deg
Oh, I love you
Ooh Du vet eg gjør
Oh, you know I do
Gammal gods e bær pågås å tynge me
Old baggage is weighing me down
Ekje lætt å skjønne, men det va trygt for meg
It's not easy to understand, but it was safe for me
Men du så forbi alt skrot i rægn å snø
But you looked beyond all the junk in rain and snow
En isbred smelte mer enn hav, så glømte det å flø
An iceberg melting is more than the sea, so forget about it floating
Så kom den timen eg ikje klarte mer
Then came the hour when I couldn't take it anymore
Men motstand ha brytte ned på dine kne
But resistance has brought you to your knees
Takk for at du holdt ut mens eg styrte på
Thank you for sticking with me while I messed up
Eg er så gla du ikje lot meg gå
I am so glad you didn't let me go
Eg sier
I say
Ooh Eg elskar deg
Oh, I love you
Ooh Du vet eg gjør
Oh, you know I do
Oh oh ooh Eg elskar deg
Oh oh ooh, I love you
Ooh Eg elskar deg
Oh, I love you
Ooh Du vet eg gjør
Oh, you know I do
Oh oh ooooh Eg elskar deg
Oh oh ooooh, I love you
Oh!
Oh!
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kurt Nilsen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
João Pontes
Kurt, você é demais...
Eva Grindheim
Bare helt nydelig sang og stemme 🥰
artistdeluxe09
Tusen takk! What a great song!
Chris S
Even when he sings a language I don't understand at all it sounds beautiful. Can someone translate the lyrics? :)
Denise Dickerson
I love your voice it is simply awesome.
airaDDaria20
I am your fan since 2003. Amazing voice!!!
dan Schau
nydelig sang kurt elsker låtene dine :)
Old Everest
Love this song!
amcw
It was never my intention to offend or misquote/misrepresent this performance. I was asked by people who do not understand Norwegian if I would give them a precis of the song. I was not aware that there will be an official translation and I did complete this 7 months ago, before I had seen the written text in the cd booklet. I understand more Norwegian than I can write. Again, apologise for any mistakes and/or misrepresentations.
salma ali
Nydelig sang😘jeg elsker deg kurt❤💚💜💙