Merja Raski

Merja Raski is a Finnish singer, composer, and lyricist who rose to fame after winning the Seinäjoki Tangomarkkinat (a prestigious tango festival competition) in 1993. Born March 20, 1965, in Köyliö, she launched her solo career with the self-titled 1994 debut album *Merja Raski*, which went gold and spawned the enduring hit “Aamuyö.” Known for her schlager-style releases, she followed up with albums like *Polttavaa tulta* (1995), *Nyt tiedän mitä rakkaus on* (1996), and *Pisara* (1997). Beyond her solo work, Raski contributed vocals to eurodance projects like Rama and notably performed most lead vocals on Waldon’s debut album *It’s About Time*, including the singles “It’s About Time” and “Feel So Good.” Her music frequently appeared on Finland’s *Tätä Suomi tanssii* dance charts during the 1990s.

With a career spanning solo schlager hits and dance collaborations, Raski remains a recognizable voice in Finnish pop from the era. Her catalog blends emotive balladry and uptempo dance tracks, reflecting her versatility as both a chart-topping artist and a sought-after session vocalist.