Esa Pakarinen

Esa Pakarinen was a beloved Finnish entertainer who became a cultural icon through his music, comedy, and folksy Savonian charm. Active from the 1950s to the 1980s, he mixed humppa rhythms, accordion melodies, and witty lyrics rooted in his Eastern Finnish heritage – a vibe captured in releases like *Savolaesta sanarrieskoo* and *Savolainen kalakukko*. Beyond music, he shone as a comedian and actor, often collaborating with Pekka Puupää in films and radio shows. His gruff voice and regional humor made him a household name, with compilations like *Meiltähän tämä käy!* and *Unohtumattomat* preserving his legacy of laughter and danceable tunes. A true multitasker, Pakarinen balanced slapstick comedy with surprisingly smooth rock covers on albums like *Beat*, proving his versatility as Finland’s favorite "Pappa" figure.

Genres

Iskelmä

Finnish Rock

Finnish Pop

Polka

Latest Release

Meiltähän tämä käy! - Kaikki levytykset 1951-1988

Esa Pakarinen

Album - 251 Tracks - Released December 12, 2011