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.
Sök dig till bergen
Tommy Körberg Lyrics
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Vandra mot en utsikt där du aldrig stått
Sök dig till bergen följ varje ström
Finn den klara källan källan till din dröm
Den drömmen begär all den kärlek du ger
Men var dag i ditt liv ska den ge dig allt mer
Sök dig till bergen följ varje ström
Den drömmen begär all den kärlek du ger
Men var dag i ditt liv ska den ge dig allt mer
Sök dig till bergen följ varje ström
Finn den klara källan källan till din dröm
The lyrics to Tommy Körberg's song "Sök dig till bergen" (translated as "Seek Yourself to the Mountains") convey a powerful message about self-discovery, growth, and the pursuit of one's dreams. The lyrics urge the listener to seek out the mountains they have not climbed, to venture towards a new perspective they have never experienced before. By encouraging them to follow every stream and find the clear source that leads to their dreams, the song emphasizes the importance of exploration and finding one's true passion.
The repetition of the lines "Finn den klara källan" (Find the clear source) and "källan till din dröm" (the source of your dream) reinforces the idea that the key to realizing one's dreams lies within oneself. It suggests that by embarking on a journey of self-discovery and embracing the love and passion they possess, the listener can gradually uncover and fulfill their dreams. The lyrics emphasize that this process is ongoing, as each day of their life should bring them closer to the realization of their dreams.
Overall, "Sök dig till bergen" encourages listeners to step out of their comfort zones, explore new territories, and harness their inner strength and love to pursue their dreams. It conveys a message of empowerment and self-belief, reminding individuals that the journey towards their dreams is a continual process of growth and self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
Sök dig till bergen dit du ej gått
Search for the mountains you haven't walked to
Vandra mot en utsikt där du aldrig stått
Walk towards a view you've never stood at before
Sök dig till bergen följ varje ström
Search for the mountains, follow every stream
Finn den klara källan källan till din dröm
Find the clear source, the source of your dream
Den drömmen begär all den kärlek du ger
That dream demands all the love you give
Men var dag i ditt liv ska den ge dig allt mer
But every day in your life, it should give you more and more
Sök dig till bergen följ varje ström
Search for the mountains, follow every stream
Finn den klara källan källan till din dröm
Find the clear source, the source of your dream
Den drömmen begär all den kärlek du ger
That dream demands all the love you give
Men var dag i ditt liv ska den ge dig allt mer
But every day in your life, it should give you more and more
Sök dig till bergen följ varje ström
Search for the mountains, follow every stream
Finn den klara källan källan till din dröm
Find the clear source, the source of your dream
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@aavauxhall
This man has the most beautiful voice I think I've ever heard.
@anderssolberg8114
He played the male lead of the musical "Chess" by ABBA's Andersson/ Ulvaeus. His "Anthem" is a classic!!
@Hjulbent65
Vilken fantastisk röst Tommy Körberg har!
@RhosynCalypso
Definitely the world's best singer. <3
@klippcb
Denna är en riktig höjdare, har alltid älskat hans Sök dig till bergen <3
@blamband
Så var det för mig också! Mycket tråkigt att missa Tommy. Men Carola var fantastiskt bra.
@cannedmusic
This is FANTASTIC!
@rickardnyberg4899
Detta var den första musikal jag någonsin såg. Hade turen att få se den med Carola dom Maria och Tommy som Von Trapp. Minns att även Per Morberg, Albin Flinkas och Monica Einarson medverkande.
@klippcb
truly is pickerman123
@filiperiksson9208
Första gången jag hört den svenska texten. Något banal(!) Det engelska originalet är mycket bättre. Men det hindrar inte att Tommy Körberg gör den fantastiskt bra. Otrolig sångröst som verkligen håller!