Älskar, älskar ej
Elisabeth Andreassen · 1988
42 min · 11 tracks · country music
A melodic blend of country and folk, rich with heartfelt lyrics and Andreassen's emotive vocal delivery.
Top tracks — play these first
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You're No Good Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Älskar, Älskar Ej — The title track embodies the album's central themes of love and longing, showcasing Andreassen's powerful vocal range amidst lush instrumentation.
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Krossat Glas — This track exemplifies Andreassen's storytelling prowess through its poignant lyrics about heartbreak, complemented by an engaging melody that lingers.
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Desperado — Andreassen's rendition adds a unique emotional layer to this classic, allowing her vocal interpretation to shine while paying homage to the original.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- heartfelt emotional storytelling
- contemplative late-night reflections
- steady, moderate pacing
- intimate moments of connection
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Andreassen's solo career and solidified her status in Norwegian music.
- Career context
- When 'Älskar, älskar ej' was released in 1988, Elisabeth Andreassen was transitioning into a solo career after her time in the duo Bobbysocks, which had won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1985. This album marked her first significant step as a solo artist, allowing her to showcase her individual style and lyrical depth outside of the duo's pop-centric sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kacey Musgraves· Neko Case· Brandi Carlile
Tracklist
- 1 You're No Good Start here 3:32
- 2 Älskar, Älskar Ej 4:28
- 3 Nobody There But Me 2:45
- 4 That's Where The Trouble Lies 4:07
- 5 Krossat Glas 4:17
- 6 Endlessly 2:41
- 7 Kärlekens Hav 5:05
- 8 No Way To Treat A Lady 4:05
- 9 One Little Heart 4:37
- 10 Where There's Love There's A Way 3:26
- 11 Desperado 3:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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