På egna ben
Carola Häggkvist · 1984
45 min · 12 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of pop melodies and heartfelt lyricism that showcases Carola's powerful vocals and emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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På egna ben Start here — The title track stands out for its empowering lyrics and catchy chorus, encapsulating Carola's journey of self-discovery and independence.
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Här är mitt liv — This song features a soaring vocal performance that highlights Carola's range, intertwining personal storytelling with universal themes of life and resilience.
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Kärlekens natt — With its romantic undertones and lush arrangement, this track showcases Carola's ability to convey deep emotion through her voice, making it a fan favorite.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
- heartfelt melodies for reflection
- uplifting energy for gatherings
- emotional depth in every track
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced excitement
- seek experimental sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified Carola's reputation as a mature artist after earlier successes.
- Themes
- Swedish pop evolution· personal empowerment journey· romantic longing
- Career context
- Released on November 28, 1984, 'På egna ben' marked Carola Häggkvist's transition from a teenage pop sensation to a mature artist. This album followed her earlier success with 'Främling' (1983), solidifying her place in the Swedish music scene and showcasing her growth as a performer and songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Roxette· ABBA· Lena Meyer-Landrut
Tracklist
- 1 På egna ben Start here 4:07
- 2 I en sommarnatt 3:14
- 3 Terpsichore 3:39
- 4 Kärlekens natt 2:56
- 5 Här är mitt liv 5:19
- 6 Hand i hand 3:54
- 7 Om du törs 3:02
- 8 Amore 3:27
- 9 Så attraherad 4:12
- 10 Gjord av sten 4:05
- 11 Ge av dej själv 3:10
- 12 Du lever inom mej 3:55
What to play next
Carola… with Love
1984
Continues the emotional depth and showcases Carola's powerful vocals in a pop context.
Främling
1983
Introduces Carola's style and sets the stage for the vibrant sound in På egna ben.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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