Kurt Nilsen is a son of a truck driver, and used to skip school for several… Read Full Bio ↴Kurt Nilsen is a son of a truck driver, and used to skip school for several weeks, just to be with his father on the road. He was originally a plumber before he entered the first Norwegian Idol contest in 2003, where he won against all odds. He went on to be a huge success in Norway, with the hit "She's so High". His voice has often been compared to that of Bono from U2.

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.

Push Push
Kurt Nilsen Lyrics

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You have been so good for me
I will change my ways for you
You can call and I'll come running
You know my feelings are warm and true

You've got me wrapped around your finger
I'd surrender it all to you
You got the power I've got the need

I hate to say it
I'm down on my knees

(so don't you)
Push Push
You break me in your stride
Push Push
You'll cut me down to size
Push Push
Please don't throw the dice
Push Push
Push Push

I'll be the angel,
I'll be the saint
I will walk a thin line for you
You pull my strings,
I'll feel the strain
Cut me loose,
I will break the chain

(Don't you)
Push Push
You break me in your stride
Push Push
You'll cut me down to size
Push Push
Please don't throw the dice
Push Push
Push Push

Though now I'm on your side
Sometimes you'll let me stay away
To be on my own
I'd raise myself to meet your needs
But I'm still on your side

Push Push

(Baby don't you)
Push Push
You break me in your stride
Push Push
You'll cut me down to size
Push Push
Please don't throw the dice
Push Push
You know I'm on your side

Push Push
You break me in your stride
Push Push
You'll cut me down to size
Push Push
Please don't throw the dice

Push Push
You know I'm on your side

Overall Meaning

The song "Push Push" by Kurt Nilsen is a love ballad that celebrates the power dynamic between two lovers. The persona in the song has been positively impacted by their lover and acknowledges that they will change their ways for the better because of them. The lover possesses power over the persona and has the ability to control them by pulling their strings. The persona is aware of their dependence on the lover and is willing to do whatever it takes to please them. Within the confines of this relationship, there is a sense of vulnerability as the persona admits to being on their knees and breaking in their stride. However, despite their subservience to the lover, the persona is still on their side and committed to making the relationship work.

The repetition of "Push Push" throughout the song illustrates the dominant role that the lover holds in the relationship. It is a command that the persona obey as they can't help but be at the mercy of their lover's whims. The use of the metaphor "wrapped around your finger" shows how the lover can control the direction of the relationship. The persona is so entwined in their lover's life that they would do anything to keep them happy. The juxtaposition between "angel" and "saint" highlights the lengths that the persona is willing to go to for their lover. However, the last line of the chorus, "you know I'm on your side," demonstrates that despite their power dynamic, both parties value the relationship and are willing to make things work.

Line by Line Meaning

You have been so good for me
I appreciate everything you have done for me

I will change my ways for you
I will become a better person for you

You can call and I'll come running
You can count on me for anything

You know my feelings are warm and true
I have genuine affection for you

You've got me wrapped around your finger
You have complete control over me

I'd surrender it all to you
I am willing to give up everything for you

You got the power I've got the need
You have the power to fulfill my desires

I hate to say it
It's hard for me to admit

I'm down on my knees
I am begging you

Push Push
Please don't manipulate me

You break me in your stride
You hurt me without even trying