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.
Never Easy
Kurt Nilsen Lyrics
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I don't care anymore
Life's too short to make trouble out of small things
It is better this way
I am sort of laid back today
I close my ears when words come flying out
I have heard them all before
It is better this way
I am going away
I've tried and then some more
Instead of dragging the both of us down
Divide, separate ways
It's never easy this way
It's never easy this way
My palms are sweating
I'm barely aware
Of what I'm turning down
It's all for life that is what I've been told
I think it's better this way
I will regret it one day
I've tried and then some more
Instead of dragging the both of us down
Divide, separate ways
It's never easy this way
It's never easy this way
Talk to me, throw the ball back
I've been here before, there is no turning back
Talk to me, just tell it like it is
Just two afraid souls
Going at each other, at each other
We're at the crossroads going separate ways
Time to say it as it is
And if we bump into each other one day
It will be better, then
Maybe we can start all over again
I've tried and then some more
Instead of dragging the both of us down
Divide, separate ways
It's never easy this way
It's never easy this way
The song "Never Easy" by Kurt Nilsen is about the end of a romantic relationship. The singer is admitting that while in the past, they may have cared a lot about the way they were treated by their partner, they have now come to the realization that there are bigger things in life to worry about. In the chorus, the singer is admitting that breaking up is difficult, but it is still better than dragging the relationship out and causing more pain in the long run. The singer is looking for a clean break, but they are still afraid of what the future holds.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of regret and sadness. The singer knows that breaking up is going to be difficult, but they also know that it is the right thing to do. They are trying to be strong, but it is clear that they are still hurting. The last verse is the most hopeful, as the singer suggests that maybe they can start over again someday, but for now, they need to separate and move on.
In summary, "Never Easy" is a song about the difficult decision to end a relationship, and the conflicting emotions that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't mind if you treat me bad again
I am willing to tolerate mistreatment from you
I don't care anymore
I have become indifferent to our relationship
Life's too short to make trouble out of small things
It is not worth wasting time on trivial issues
It is better this way
Ending the relationship is the best option
I am sort of laid back today
I am relaxed and nonchalant about this situation
I close my ears when words come flying out
I am tired of hearing hurtful words
I have heard them all before
Your words no longer have an impact on me
Just a lot of hope flushing down the drain
Your promises have been broken too many times
I am going away
I am leaving this relationship
Instead of dragging the both of us down
Ending the relationship will prevent further harm
Divide, separate ways
Breaking up is the best course of action
It's never easy this way
Ending a relationship is difficult
My palms are sweating
I feel nervous and anxious
I'm barely aware
I am not fully conscious of my decision
Of what I'm turning down
I am declining something
It's all for life that is what I've been told
I believe this decision is for the best in the long run
I think it's better this way
I am convinced that ending the relationship is the right choice
I will regret it one day
I know I may feel remorse in the future
Talk to me, throw the ball back
Communicate with me honestly and openly
I've been here before, there is no turning back
I have faced this decision before and cannot go back on it
Just two afraid souls
We are both scared to face the truth
Going at each other, at each other
We are fighting each other
We're at the crossroads going separate ways
We have reached a point of divergence in our relationship
Time to say it as it is
It is time to be honest with each other
And if we bump into each other one day
If we meet again in the future
It will be better, then
Things may be different and better in the future
Maybe we can start all over again
Perhaps we can start fresh and try again in the future
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KURT NILSEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Sean Blair
I’m clearly late to the party but this guy has seriously one of the best voices I have heard
syrkon
A shame he didn’t become a bigger star. He had the voice to be one of the biggest artists from Scandinavia.
Escanor
Same here bro ! I've been listening to him for a few years and I'm very surprised he didn't go viral.
He's got more talent than most "pseudo modern artists" combined ! 😁
El Dorta
"The singer with the body of a Hobbit, but with the voice of an angel." -Simon Cowell.
Martin CZ
@syrkon Your words nail. His part when he sings Halellujah with the other singers is simply incredible!
n9429
What an absolutely pure voice. How he never became a bigger star is beyond me.
roywaystarco
He would probably have stood a better chance today, with tiktok, youtube and so on. He's cherished in Norway, but never really managed to grow a career abroad.
Tempelridder84
Because he looks like a hobit....classic situation..
Nicki N
He is the sole winner of world idol. Writes his own stuff, plays guitar upside down because he is left handed and is brilliant but chose to stay in Norway. His manager obliged. In fact his manager when he won world idol decided to become his personal manager. They had him do a collaboration with Willie Nelson, but he is NOT a country artist. Release him globally, world idol proved his fandom are out there. I have been an admirer of this voice since then. Seriously one of the best voices I have ever heard in my life!
Madsen
2020 and I still get chills listening to this. Such an underrated song! Kurt you're pure gold!