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.
Second Chance
Kurt Nilsen Lyrics
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In this dizzy never ends
I'm out here on my forgiveness round
Walking down the devil's steps
My hands are sore as wounds on my body is trying to
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I'm taking one step out of a time
Oh, I know I can change the hands of time
Yeah, I know I can take back what was mine
As I walk the walk of shame
I've got no one else to blame
Oh, I know, now, what a fool I've been
So take me back to Eden Garden
So I can live out my dreams with you
Ah, take me back with the dumb mind sense
I'm a better man, I know that now
To give me a second chance
You judge me if you want
But you know you've made your point
Well I'm sitting here, in the centres lounge
Waiting on a recall
My feet's got going chains on
And there's no one to take them off
I'm getting restless and confused
Cause you're putting me on hold
Oh, I know I can change the hands of time
Yeah, I know I can take back what was mine
As I walk the walk of shame
I've got no one else to blame
Oh, I know, now, what a fool I've been
So take me back to Eden Garden
So I can live out my dreams with you
Ah, take me back with the dumb mind sense
I'm a better man, I know that now
To give me a second chance
To give me a second chance
Oh, I know I can change the hands of time
Yeah, I know I can take back what was mine
As I walk the walk of shame
I've got no one else to blame
Oh, I know, now, what a fool I've been
So take me back to Eden Garden
So I can live out my dreams with you
Ah, take me back with the dumb mind sense
I'm a better man, I know that now
I'm a better man, I know that now
I'm a better man, I know that now
To give me a second chance
Won't you give me a second chance'
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The lyrics of Kurt Nilsen's song "Second Chance" appear to speak of a person who recognizes their mistakes and wants a second chance to make things right. The first two lines convey a sense of being lost and dizzy, almost like the person is in a surreal dream. The mention of "forgiveness round" suggests that the person is on a journey to seek forgiveness for their wrong actions. However, the use of the phrase "devil's steps" seems to indicate that this journey is not easy.
The next few lines talk about the physical pain the person is experiencing, with "hands sore as wounds" and "going chains on feet." This could be symbolic of the emotional pain that the person has been carrying with them, and how it is physically affecting them. The person takes one step at a time to prevent themselves from falling and breaking their spine.
The chorus expresses the person's desire to go back in time and change their mistakes. They acknowledge their foolishness and want to be given a second chance to make things right. The mention of "Eden Garden" could be symbolic of a perfect time or place where things were good, and the person wants to go back to that time when everything was perfect.
Line by Line Meaning
The same's firned and drew my fingers
My friend introduced me to something that is now a part of my life
In this dizzy never ends
I feel lost and trapped in a never-ending cycle
I'm out here on my forgiveness round
I am seeking forgiveness for my wrongdoings
Walking down the devil's steps
I am facing challenges and temptations in my journey
My hands are sore as wounds on my body is trying to noun
My hands are physically hurting from the work I am doing
I'm taking one step out of a time
I am taking things slow and steady to avoid making mistakes
So I won't fall and break my spine
So I won't make a mistake that will cause me great harm
Oh, I know I can change the hands of time
I believe I have the power to change my past actions
Yeah, I know I can take back what was mine
I know I have the capability to reclaim what I have lost
As I walk the walk of shame
As I face the consequences of my actions
I've got no one else to blame
I am taking full responsibility for my mistakes
So take me back to Eden Garden
I want to go back to a time of happiness and purity
So I can live out my dreams with you
So I can achieve my goals with someone I care about
Ah, take me back with the dumb mind sense
Take me back to a time when I didn't know any better
I'm a better man, I know that now
I have learned from my mistakes and become a better person
You judge me if you want
You can have your opinion of me
But you know you've made your point
You have made your opinion of me clear
Well I'm sitting here, in the centres lounge
I am waiting for something to happen and am stuck in a state of limbo
Waiting on a recall
Waiting to be called back, waiting to receive a second chance
My feet's got going chains on
I feel trapped or restrained
And there's no one to take them off
There is no one who can help me escape my situation
I'm getting restless and confused
I am feeling anxious and uncertain
Cause you're putting me on hold
You are delaying my second chance or keeping me waiting
Won't you give me a second chance'
Please give me another opportunity to make things right
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KURT NILSEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Can you get some footage of his 2012 tour for U.S. fans?