Terje Nilsen

Terje Nilsen was a beloved Norwegian singer and songwriter, born on November 26, 1951, and known primarily for his heartfelt and poetic music. His biggest hit, "Mjelle," was written in 1974 and appeared on his debut album "Æ" in 1977, later reappearing on the 1990 album "Kanskje." His songs often carried a deep sense of place and emotion, resonating strongly in Norway. Throughout his career, Nilsen collaborated with notable Norwegian artists like Halvdan Sivertsen and even contributed vocals to the popular Norwegian hip-hop group Tungtvann. He was recognized as the profile of the year at Nordland Musikkfestuke in 2003 and earned awards such as the Blixprisen in 1997 and the Gammlengprisen in 2002. Despite struggling with alcohol abuse, which was candidly portrayed in the 2018 documentary "Alt e’ såre vel - en film om Terje Nilsen," he made a heartfelt return to music before his passing in 2019 at the age of 67. His legacy as a poignant storyteller in Norwegian music lives on through his enduring songs.