Eurovision Song Contest 1987 - Brussels
Entry for Sweden
Performer: Lotta Engberg
Song title: Boogaloo
Song writer(s): Christer Lundh
Song composer(s): Mikael Wendt
Sang in Position: 6
Final Position: 12
Total Points: 50
Belgium had the honour of hosting the 1987 Eurovision Song Contest for the first time in the country's history. he highest number of participants ever entered this year's song contest: 22 countries found their way to Brussels. Greece and Italy returned to the contest after one year's absence. The 1986 contest was won by a Walloon entry, but in 1987 the Flemish broadcaster, BRT, was responsible for the Belgian entry. BRT also wanted to co-organise the contest, but the Walloon broadcaster, RTBF decided to organise the Eurovision Song Contest 1987 on their own. The presenter of the 3-hour-show was the successful Belgian artist Viktor Laszlo who opened the contest presenting her latest song Breathless.
The winner of the 1987 Eurovision was Hold me now performed and written by Johnny Logan, who had already won in 1980 with What's Another Year and had written the second-placed song in 1984 Terminal 3 performed in Luxembourg by Linda Martin. Johnny was the first singer to win the contest twice as a singer, but this would not be his last victory as he won the trophy again as a composer in 1992 when he wrote Why Me by Linda Martin which would win in Malmö.
Germany came second this year with the song Lass die Sonne in dein Herz by the group Wind. For the group, it was already the second silver ranking after being the runner up in 1985. The song still ranks as one of the best-known Eurovision hits in Denmark. Italy sent two internationally-known stars to Eurovision this year: Tozzi & Raf. Raf had written the worldwide hit Self Control three years earlier which was both a hit for him and for the cover-version by Laura Branigan. Although Eurovision statistics show that most male duos do not do well, Italy finished in third place in 1987.
Boogaloo
Lotta Engberg Lyrics
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Bryr sig inte så mycket om vem som gick och kom
Snart så skiner en sol igen på en blommande äng
Varma vindar från längese'n spelar upp en refräng
Boogaloo dansa rock'n'rolla spela freestyle med fräck musik
Boogaloo dansa rock'n'rolla doft av sommar och romantik
Vill du leva och vill du dansa Våga skratta och våga chansa
La la
Du som har gått och väntat så all din längtan den ska du nå
Blicka framåt och du ska se snart så händer det
Ner till kusten med tåg och bil reser hela vårt gäng
Varma vindar i sommaren spelar upp vår refräng
Boogaloo dansa rock'n'rolla spela freestyle med fräck musik
Boogaloo dansa rock'n'rolla doft av sommar och romantik
Vill du leva och vill du dansa Våga skratta och våga chansa
Boogaloo dansa rock'n'rolla spela freestyle med fräck musik
En melodi söker sig fram ger oss värme och en ny harmoni
Det känns okej säg inte nej våga dansa våga sjunga som vi
Boogaloo dansa rock'n'rolla spela freestyle med fräck musik
Boogaloo dansa rock'n'rolla doft av sommar och romantik
Vill du leva och vill du dansa Våga skratta och våga chansa
Boogaloo dansa rock'n'rolla spela freestyle med fräck musik
La la
The lyrics to Lotta Engberg's song "Boogaloo" are a call to action for those feeling down or stuck in a rut. The song emphasizes that, even though life can feel monotonous and unchanging, the world keeps spinning and change is always possible. The lyrics encourage listeners to embrace the joys of life, to take risks, and to be open to new experiences.
The chorus of the song, "Boogaloo dansa rock'n'rolla spela freestyle med fräck musik" ("Boogaloo dance rock and roll play free style with cool music"), emphasizes the importance of embracing creativity and individuality. The song suggests that dancing and listening to music can be freeing and empowering, allowing people to escape their problems and escape the monotony of everyday life.
Overall, the song is a celebration of life, emphasizing the importance of being bold, taking risks, and finding joy in the moment. It encourages listeners to dance, to embrace new experiences, and to live life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
Du som tycker din dag är grå jorden snurrar sitt varv endå
If you are having a bad day, don't worry because life moves on despite what you may be feeling.
Bryr sig inte så mycket om vem som gick och kom
Don't worry about who comes and goes in your life. Focus on living in the present moment.
Snart så skiner en sol igen på en blommande äng
After a stormy period, the sun will shine again and bring new beginnings.
Varma vindar från längese'n spelar upp en refräng
The warm winds of the past bring memories and nostalgia, reminding us of good times and happy moments.
Boogaloo dansa rock'n'rolla spela freestyle med fräck musik
Let loose and dance to upbeat, bold music with a freestyle attitude.
Boogaloo dansa rock'n'rolla doft av sommar och romantik
Dance to the rhythm of summer and romance with the boogaloo, rock and roll style.
Vill du leva och vill du dansa Våga skratta och våga chansa
If you want to live fully, dance and take risks. Laugh and have fun along the way.
Du som har gått och väntat så all din längtan den ska du nå
If you have been waiting for something, keep the faith that your desires will come to fruition.
Blicka framåt och du ska se snart så händer det
Look towards the future with hope and optimism because good things are just around the corner.
Ner till kusten med tåg och bil reser hela vårt gäng
We are all traveling down to the coast by train or car, excited to make new memories and have fun.
En melodi söker sig fram ger oss värme och en ny harmoni
A melody finds its way to us, bringing warmth and a new sense of harmony and peace.
Det känns okej säg inte nej våga dansa våga sjunga som vi
Don't say no, it feels okay. Take a chance and dance and sing with us.
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