Petra Marklund
Swedish singer and songwriter
Born
September 12th, 1984
41 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Sweden
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A Swedish singer and songwriter emerged in the music scene in the early 2000s. Debut album, 'Det luktar raggen av hav', released in 2004, achieved commercial success. Gained recognition with hits like 'Himlen är oskyldigt blå' and 'Stad i ljus'. Released multiple albums, with 'So Long' in 2013 marking a turning point in the career, showcasing a shift in musical style. Awarded several prestigious accolades, including Swedish Grammy nominations.
Released hit singles such as 'Himlen är oskyldigt blå'
Debut album 'Det luktar raggen av hav'
Shifted musical style in the album 'So Long'
Received Swedish Grammy nominations
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