Norway: Alexander Rybak - Fairytale
Eurovision Song Contest · Other Songs - Eurovision Song Contest
I kinda' liked a girl I knew.
She was mine, and we were sweethearts,
That was then, but then it's true
I'm in love with a fairytale
Even though it hurts.
'Cause I don't care if I lose my mind;
I'm already cursed
Every day we started fighting,
Every night we fell in love.
No one else could make me sadder,
But no one else could lift me high above
I don't know what I was doing
But suddenly we fell apart.
Nowadays I cannot find her.
But when I do we'll get a brand new start
I'm in love with a fairytale
Even though it hurts.
Cause I don't care if I lose my mind;
I'm already cursed
She's a fairytale
Yeah
Even though it hurts.
Cause I don't care if I lose my mind;
I'm already cursed
Norway: Alexander Rybak - Fairytale
Alexander Rybak's 'Fairytale' stands as a defining moment in modern Eurovision history, blending pop sensibilities with orchestral grandeur. Released in 2009, the track became an instant global phenomenon, propelling Rybak to victory at the Eurovision Song Contest in Moscow. The song's production features a distinctive, rhythmic piano intro that sets an ethereal tone, supported by lush strings and a driving beat that captures the spirit of a modern fairy tale. Its success transcended the competition, establishing Rybak as a major international pop artist and influencing subsequent songs in the Eurovision repertoire. The recording remains a benchmark for the genre, celebrated for its melodic structure and the seamless integration of traditional European musical elements with contemporary pop production.