Guld, platina & passion
Carola Häggkvist · 2003
133 min · 33 tracks · pop music
A vibrant mix of pop anthems and heartfelt ballads that showcase Carola's powerful vocals and emotional range.
Top tracks — play these first
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När löven faller Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Främling — This track acts as a defining moment for Carola, encapsulating her signature style with its soaring melody and poignant lyrics about love and belonging.
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Hunger — Featuring a powerful vocal delivery, this song explores themes of desire and yearning, showcasing Carola's ability to convey deep emotion through her music.
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Gloria — A vibrant pop anthem that highlights Carola's energetic performance style, this track brings a celebratory spirit and has become a fan favorite.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting anthems for celebration
- dynamic pacing with emotional peaks
- heartfelt ballads for reflection
- for sing-along moments
- ideal for long listening sessions
Maybe skip if you
- prefer concise, single tracks
- seek constant high-energy tempos
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked a significant commercial and critical success for Carola.
- Themes
- Swedish pop nostalgia· yearning for connection
- Career context
- By the time of its release in 2003, Carola Häggkvist was already a well-established figure in Swedish pop music, known for her participation in Melodifestivalen and her previous chart-topping hits. 'Guld, platina & passion' followed her successful album 'Främling', solidifying her status in Sweden while also marking a continued evolution in her artistic expression.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Roxette· ABBA· Lena Meyer-Landrut
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Hunger
The narrative shifts from longing to empowerment as the protagonist embraces their desires confidently.
This progression illustrates a transformation from vulnerability to strength, reflecting a nuanced understanding of personal growth.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 När löven faller Start here 3:57
- 2 Säg mig var du står 3:52
- 3 Främling 2:57
- 4 Mickey 4:04
- 5 Liv 4:40
- 6 Gloria 4:35
- 7 Tommy tycker om mig 3:53
- 8 Det regnar i Stockholm 4:02
- 9 Tokyo 3:19
- 10 Ännu en dag 4:34
- 11 På egna ben 4:05
- 12 Hunger 4:32
- 13 The Runaway 3:22
- 14 Brand New Heart 3:39
- 15 Radiate 3:18
- 16 Mitt i ett äventyr 3:06
- 17 All the Reasons to Live 4:39
Disc 2
- 1 If I Can Dream 3:12
- 2 Every Beat of My Heart 4:29
- 3 The Girl Who Had Everything 4:42
- 4 Fångad av en stormvind 3:00
- 5 Save the Children 4:05
- 6 My Tribute 4:26
- 7 Guld i dina ögon 4:39
- 8 Så länge jag lever 4:43
- 9 The Sound of Music 3:50
- 10 Modersvingen 3:34
- 11 Himlen i min famn 4:57
- 12 Thula Sana 4:50
- 13 Jag vill alltid älska 4:55
- 14 The Light 4:39
- 15 I Believe in Love (radio Hitvision remix) 3:16
- 16 Walk a Mile in My Shoes 3:38
What to play next
Credo
2004
Continues the emotional depth with a mix of pop and introspective themes.
Jubileumsshowen
2003
Sets the stage with live performances that highlight her vocal prowess.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Body Talk
Robyn
Shares a vibrant pop sound with emotional depth, blending anthems and introspective moments.
Colors
Laleh
Features heartfelt ballads and uplifting tracks that evoke connection and nostalgia in Swedish pop.
Och vinnaren är...
Veronica Maggio
Combines catchy pop melodies with themes of longing and personal reflection, echoing similar sentiments.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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