Eurovision Song Contest 1969 - Madrid
Entry for Sweden
Performer: Tommy Körberg
Song title: Judy, Min Vän
Song writer(s): Britt Lindeborg
Song composer(s): Roger Wallis
Sang in Position: 9
Final Position: 9
Total Points: 8
For the first time in the history of the Eurovision Song Contest, the outcome of the voting resulted in a tie for the first place. Four countries gained 18 points each: France, the Netherlands, Spain and the United Kingdom. Since there was no solution for this situation, all four countries were declared winners. Luckily, there were four medals available to the four winning singers - the four medals were intended for the winning singer and three winning songwriters.
The four winners differed a lot from one another: France had a haunting ballad performed by Frida Boccara, the Netherlands sent in Lenny Kuhr with a guitar, Spain and Salomé performed the energetic Vivo Cantando whereas the star from the British islands, Lulu, had a happy, clap-along song. However, having four winners caused lots of criticism from the media and several TV-stations re-considered participating in the following Eurovision Song Contest. Had the 1969 Eurovision Song Contest still attracted 16 countries, the number went down to only 12 in the 1970 edition of the contest.
Eurovision Song Contest 1988 - Dublin
Entry for Sweden
Performer: Tommy Körberg
Song title: Stad I Ljus
Song writer(s):
Song composer(s): Py Bäckman
Sang in Position: 2
Final Position: 12
Total Points: 52
The 1988 Eurovision Song Contest was hosted in Dublin for the third time, and featured one of the most exciting votings in the long history of the contest. Switzerland's entry Ne Partez Pas Sans Moi performed by Céline Dion beat the runner-up, the United Kingdom's Scott Fitzgerald by just a single point. Before the last vote, the UK entry was leading with 136 points to Switzerland's 131 but then Yugoslavia, the last country to vote, gave six points to Switzerland while ignoring the British song Go completely.
For Céline Dion, winning the 1988 Eurovision Song Contest was the starting point of her globe-wide career. Had she only been known in Canada and France before 1988, the Eurovision Song Contest gave her the opportunity to record songs which would sell millions of copies all around the world. But not only Céline Dion made a huge profit from the 1988 Eurovision Song Contest, also her colleague Lara Fabian who was singing for Luxembourg started a successful career after the contest with a mainly French-sung repertoire.
In 1988, 21 countries participated in the Eurovision Song Contest. Cyprus decided to withdraw because their entry did not match the rules of the contest: it had already been published previously. The venue of the 1988 contest was the same as in 1981, but this time, RTÉ managed to create a very special stage that created the illusion of a spage age-style grid which suggested that it was a huge arena with lots of lighting and special effects. Even nowadays, this set is still praised by experts.
Liv
Tommy Körberg Lyrics
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Det är fina stunder och minnen jag fått
Vissa snedsteg har gett men som trängt
Men varje misstag var noga genomtänkt
Jag vet så väl att min natur är intensiv
Men hellre en skrynklig själ än ett slätstruket liv
Jag kan ha en kluven karaktär
Men jag vet precis vilka jag är
Nog kan jag känna mig skruttig när
Krämporna plågar och allt går i moll
När jag närmar mig 70 och vännerna frågar "från vilket håll"
Allt som skänker behag behöver bli väckt
Om jag tänkt en dag går det över direkt
Mitt liv på ålderns höst är inte lätt
Manegen måste krattas för löven ligger tätt
En annan hattar mest men fattar visst
Att krattar bäst som hah krattar sist
Nog har jag strävat och stretat bävat och letat en strimma av hopp
När jag mer än besviken dök ner i de diken som jämt dök upp
När drifter blir magra och viljan dement
Då tar jag en viagra och blir som cement
Min tid på denna jord det är ett lån
Och ingenting jag kommer leva mig ifrån
Jag putsar på min glans med blankt begär
Men har man verkligen nå'n chans hos Sankte Per
Kan en rådvill få en kod till hans port
The lyrics of Tommy Körberg's song "Liv" reflect on the passage of time and life experiences. The first paragraph delves into the idea that life is not merely measured by the years that have passed, but by the beautiful moments and memories that have been cherished. The singer acknowledges that some missteps have been made along the way, but each mistake was carefully thought out. The line "Jag kan ha en kluven karaktär, men jag vet precis vilka jag är" speaks to understanding one's own complex nature and staying true to oneself despite imperfections.
The second paragraph describes the challenges and struggles that come with aging, as the singer nears the age of 70. There is a sense of vulnerability and physical discomfort expressed through the metaphor of "krämporna plågar och allt går i moll" (ailments tormenting and everything turns to a minor key). Despite these difficulties, there is a determination to persevere and find joy in life's simple pleasures, symbolized by the metaphor of raking leaves to clear the path forward.
The third paragraph delves into the existential questions and moments of disillusionment that come with age. The singer reflects on past disappointments and the fleeting nature of desires and drives. The reference to taking a Viagra and being "like cement" metaphorically suggests a desire to cling to vitality and potency in the face of physical decline. Despite these struggles, there is a sense of acceptance of mortality and the transient nature of life.
The final paragraph grapples with the idea of mortality and the uncertainty of what lies beyond. The singer contemplates the afterlife, wondering if one can truly appeal to Saint Peter for a chance at salvation. There is a sense of introspection and questioning of one's own worthiness, as well as a desire for some form of guidance or validation in the face of life's inevitable end. Overall, the lyrics of "Liv" evoke themes of reflection, acceptance, and the complexities of aging and mortality.
Line by Line Meaning
Mitt liv är inte alls de år som gått
My life is not just the years that have passed
Det är fina stunder och minnen jag fått
It is the beautiful moments and memories I have collected
Vissa snedsteg har gett men som trängt
Some missteps have caused pain but have pushed me forward
Men varje misstag var noga genomtänkt
But every mistake was carefully considered
Jag vet så väl att min natur är intensiv
I know very well that my nature is intense
Men hellre en skrynklig själ än ett slätstruket liv
But I'd rather have a wrinkled soul than a smooth life
Jag kan ha en kluven karaktär
I may have a conflicted character
Men jag vet precis vilka jag är
But I know exactly who I am
Nog kan jag känna mig skruttig när
I can feel decrepit when
Krämporna plågar och allt går i moll
Ailments plague and everything turns gloomy
När jag närmar mig 70 och vännerna frågar 'från vilket håll'
As I approach 70 and friends ask 'which way'
Allt som skänker behag behöver bli väckt
Everything that brings pleasure needs to be awakened
Om jag tänkt en dag går det över direkt
If I think for a day, it passes right away
Mitt liv på ålderns höst är inte lätt
My life in old age is not easy
Manegen måste krattas för löven ligger tätt
The arena must be raked because the leaves are thick
En annan hattar mest men fattar visst
Another one procrastinates mostly but understands
Att krattar bäst som hah krattar sist
That the one who rakes best is the one who rakes last
Nog har jag strävat och stretat bävat och letat en strimma av hopp
I have strived and struggled, feared and searched for a glimmer of hope
När jag mer än besviken dök ner i de diken som jämt dök upp
When I, more than disappointed, fell into the ditches that always appeared
När drifter blir magra och viljan dement
When desires become sparse and will becomes weak
Då tar jag en viagra och blir som cement
Then I take a viagra and become like cement
Min tid på denna jord det är ett lån
My time on this earth is a loan
Och ingenting jag kommer leva mig ifrån
And nothing I will live away from
Jag putsar på min glans med blankt begär
I polish my shine with a clear desire
Men har man verkligen nå'n chans hos Sankte Per
But does one really have any chance with Saint Peter
Kan en rådvill få en kod till hans port
Can a confused one receive a code to his gate
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DEAN KAY, KELLY L. GORDON, LARS AGNE NORDLANDER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@carl_lindquist
Really liked this video! All the best!!
@Gravarliden
Jo jag skrev i min första kommentar, som jag tror försvann? Att jag läser just hans bok "Mitt liv" eller Sjung tills du stupar! Snälla Tommy GÖR DET!! Vi musiker och andra kan inte leva utan din underbart vackra röst!
@jerrylahjalahtiex-jw5587
Bästa! "Varje misstag var noga genomtänkt!"
@AnnelieLindskog
Hade denna låt på min mans begravning
@peterbergeld1399
Chords ?
@Barbaras98
Text Lars Nordlander