2 steg från Paradise
Håkan Hellström · 2010
50 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · indie pop · soul
Folky melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a warm and nostalgic atmosphere throughout the album.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number one on the Swedish Albums Chart and received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and musical arrangements. It marked a continued evolution in Hellström's sound, impacting the Swedish music scene by inspiring a wave of indie pop artists who followed in his footsteps.
- Best for
- wave-like emotional peaks nostalgic reflections on life warm melodies for introspection
- Context
- By 2010, Håkan Hellström had established himself as one of Sweden's most beloved pop artists, with this being his fifth studio album. Following the commercial success of 'För sent för Edelweiss' in 2008, '2 steg från Paradise' further solidified his unique blend of folk-pop and rock elements, showcasing his ability to connect deeply with listeners through relatable storytelling.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tove Lo· Zara Larsson· Robyn· Roxette· Lars Winnerbäck· Per Gessle· Lil Peep· Kent
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Det här är min tid Standout 3:19
- 2 Saknade te havs 3:44
- 3 Shelley 3:11
- 4 River en vacker dröm 4:54
- 5 2 steg från paradise Standout 5:49
- 6 Jag vet vilken dy hon varit i 3:05
- 7 Dom där jag kommer från 5:35
- 8 Det dom aldrig nämner 4:47
- 9 Vid protesfabrikens stängsel 3:28
- 10 Man måste dö några gånger innan man kan leva Standout 4:49
- 11 Du är snart där 7:20
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