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.
For You
Kurt Nilsen Lyrics
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You only get to keep the ones that you love
So if not, why bother.
If you could pick and choose from the top of the shelf
It wouldn't have worked because you'd be aiming too high
You really want someone you like
For you
I see you right there, with broken eyes
What are you trying to do to yourself?
please forget it and move on
You always want the things hard to get, and when you get them,
You want something else, whatever that may be
For you
For you
For You
For you
All this time, where did it go?
I can't believe my eyes, but you know I'm here for you
I'm here for you
So when you walk out there, let me end and say
May the best of luck, may it guide you on your way, wherever that may lead
For You
(I'll be here for you)
These lyrics are a reflection of a person's thoughts and feelings towards a loved one who seems to be struggling. The singer observes the loved one and realizes that they have been chasing after things that aren't worth it. They tell the loved one that they only get to keep the things that they love and advise them to focus on what they truly want. The singer sees the loved one with broken eyes and can't help but wonder why they are doing this to themselves. They encourage the loved one to forget their past mistakes and move on.
The singer also notes that the loved one tends to want things that are hard to get and quickly loses interest once they get it. However, they reassure the loved one that they will always be there for them, no matter what happens. In the end, the singer wishes the loved one the best of luck on their journey, wherever it may lead.
Line by Line Meaning
How many times have I seen?
I have observed many times
You only get to keep the ones that you love
The things we cherish the most are the ones that we hold onto forever
So if not, why bother.
We shouldn't waste our time on things that don't matter to us
If you could pick and choose from the top of the shelf
If we had a choice of only the best, it wouldn't be realistic
It wouldn't have worked because you'd be aiming too high
Our expectations can sometimes be too high and unrealistic
You really want someone you like
What we truly want is someone who we connect with and like for who they are
For you
This is for you and no one else
I see you right there, with broken eyes
I can see your pain and sadness in your eyes
What are you trying to do to yourself?
Why are you hurting yourself?
please forget it and move on
Let go of the pain and move forward
You always want the things hard to get, and when you get them,
You tend to desire things that are difficult to attain, and once you obtain them
You want something else, whatever that may be
You crave for something else
All this time, where did it go?
Time has passed so quickly, and we wonder where it went
I can't believe my eyes, but you know I'm here for you
I am here to support you, even when things seem surreal
So when you walk out there, let me end and say
As you venture forth on your journey, I want to end by saying
May the best of luck, may it guide you on your way, wherever that may lead
I wish you the best of luck and may it lead you to wherever you need to go
For You
This is all for you
(I'll be here for you)
Just remember that I am here for you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KURT NILSEN
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