Her debut album 'A Night Like This' came in 1993 and sold over 100.000 copies. She was nominated for five Swedish Grammies in 1993.
This was followed by 'Good Thing' in 1995 which got a platinum record and got her a Swedish Grammy Best Female Pop/Rock Artist of the Year in 1996.
She is also a member of the group Gloria which released the albums "Gloria" and "People Like You and Me".
Most of the albums by Rebecka Törnqvist is sung in English with the exception of Vad Jag Vill (2001). She also appears on the Swedish compilation Jul i folkton (BAM, 2005) in the song Det Är En Ros Utsprungen (III). She also appears on another Swedish compilation 'Dubbel Trubbel' (EMI, 2005) with Resan Hem (together with Eldkvarn) and Vad Tänker Han På.
Rebecka Törnqvist grew up in Africa where her father worked for the Swedish foreign aid organisation Sida.
In 1996 she was awarded Ulla Billquist Stipendiet (Swedish).
I don't know why
Rebecka Törnqvist Lyrics
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I don't know why
the sky is so blue
And I don't know why
I'm so in love with you
But if there were no music
Then I would not get through
I don't know why
I don't know where
but somewhere dreams come true
And I don't know where
but there will be a place for you
And everytime you look that way
I would lay down my life for you
I don't know why
I know these things, but I do
I don't know why
but some are going to make you cry
And I don't know why
but I will get you by, I will try
They're not trying to cause you pain
They're just afraid of loving you
I don't know why
I know these things, but I do
I don't know why
the trees grow so tall
And I don't know why
I don't know anything at all
But if there were no music
Then I would not get trough
I don't know why
I know these things, but I do
I don't know why
I know these things, but I do
The lyrics to "I Don't Know Why" by Rebecka Törnqvist, originally written and performed by Shawn Colvin, are a contemplation on the mysteries of life and love. The repetition of the phrase "I don't know why" underscores the singer's confusion and lack of answers, while the refrain of "I know these things, but I do" suggests a deeper level of understanding and intuition that defies explanation.
The images of the sky, music, trees, and dreams evoke a sense of wonder and awe, while the references to love and pain suggest the more complex emotions that come with human relationships. The lines "they're not trying to cause you pain, they're just afraid of loving you" could be interpreted as a message of empathy and forgiveness for those who have hurt the singer in the past.
Overall, the song seems to be a meditation on the power of intuition and the enduring mystery of the universe. By acknowledging that we don't have all the answers, we can open ourselves up to a deeper level of understanding and connection with the world around us.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know why
Despite my lack of understanding, I feel certain emotions and perceptions that I cannot explain.
the sky is so blue
I don't know the scientific reasoning behind why the sky appears blue, but I appreciate its beauty nonetheless.
I'm so in love with you
I can't explain why I feel this intense love for you, but it is an undeniable truth for me.
Then I would not get through
The power of music in my life is crucial to my well-being and helps me cope with life's challenges.
but I do
Despite my confusion and uncertainty, I still have these convictions and beliefs.
somewhere dreams come true
Even though I can't pinpoint the precise location, I believe there is a place where dreams can be realized.
there will be a place for you
Though I don't know where it is, I am confident that there is a place where you belong.
I would lay down my life for you
My love for you is so strong that I would do anything for you, even if it meant sacrificing my life.
but some are going to make you cry
While I can't predict the future, I know that there will be times where you will experience sorrow.
but I will get you by, I will try
Even if I can't prevent you from experiencing pain, I will be there for you and do my best to help you get through it.
They're just afraid of loving you
Others may hurt you unintentionally because they have a fear of being vulnerable and expressing their love for you.
the trees grow so tall
I don't know the exact biological reason for trees growing tall, but I am amazed by their strength and resilience.
I don't know anything at all
Despite my limited knowledge and understanding, I am still open to learning and discovering new things.
Contributed by Kennedy F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Cat Halthur
on Mitt nya liv
Jag kastar bort min ungdom den var aldrig nått att han ens på sin tid
och en massa andra saker som jag gärna slipper känans vid
nu är det slut nu ska allt ut
jag har slängt så mkt dröm och gammalt skräp
jag kan nästan inte minnas när jag satt på trottoarn och grät
Här är alla dagar, alla nätter i mitt nya liv
nu ser jag aldrig bakåt mer
det lyser av marschaller som jag tänder så ni hittar hit
det är mitt nya liv ni ser
oh he
gång efter annan och gång till
den har fått så många chanser denna dröm
nu är den sorgligt förbrukad
den hör hemma i en dröm och jag
tillsammans det kan vara bra att ha
det är smink och lite småspik. Ett par namn
namnen har blivit så bleka
dom försvinner i ett moln av damm
Här är alla dagar, alla nätter i mitt nya liv
nu ser jag aldrig bakåt mer
det lyser av marschaller som jag tänder så ni hittar hit
det är mitt nya liv ni ser
Här är alla dagar, alla nätter i mitt nya liv
Så gör man sig en morgondag
nu står ni där och undrar, ja ni undrar vad det är ni ser
det är mitt nya liv och jag
det är mitt nya liv och jag
det är mitt nya liv och jag
det är mitt nya liv och jag