Kärleken Väntar

Kent

About Kärleken Väntar

"Kärleken väntar" (Swedish for "Love is waiting") is a single by the band Kent in 2002. The song is the second single from the album Vapen & Ammunition. It includes the b-side "Lämnar". The tiger theme continues on the sleeve with more photos taken by Jonas Linell. The song was covered in English as "Burn Money Burn" by Norwegian pop singer Morten Harket on his 2012 album Out of My Hands.


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2004
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Kent

Kent is a Swedish alternative rock band founded in Eskilstuna in 1990, with the name Coca-Cola Kids, later Jones & Giftet (Jones & the Poison), and Havsänglar (Angel sharks, literally Sea angels). The band's logo is distinctive, using a lowercase "k" and the ITC Avant Garde Gothic Book typeface. more »

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Song Origins
"Kärleken Väntar" is a song by the Swedish rock band Kent from their sixth studio album, "Vapen & Ammunition" released in 2002. It is also the second single from this album.
Language
This song is in Swedish, like most of Kent's songs, which stands out in the mostly English-speaking international rock scene.
Chart Success
"Kärleken Väntar" hit the number one spot on the Swedish Singles Chart, demonstrating Kent's strong popularity in their home country.
Meaning
The title "Kärleken Väntar" translates to "Love Awaits" in English. The song's lyrics cover themes of love, longing, and hope.
Music Video
The music video for "Kärleken Väntar" was directed by Swedish director Adam Berg. It features the band members in dream-like sequences, matching the melancholic and introspective tone of the song.
Critical Reception
Critics praised "Kärleken Väntar" for its layered sound, meaningful lyrics, and melodic complexities. The song further cemented Kent's reputation for producing emotionally charged rock music.
Live Performances
"Kärleken Väntar" quickly became a fan favorite and is often performed at Kent's live concerts, known for sparking high levels of crowd participation.
Songwriting
As is typical for Kent, lead singer Joakim Berg is credited for songwriting. His lyrics are often celebrated for their poetic quality and depth of emotion.
Sales
"Kärleken Väntar" was awarded Gold certification in Sweden, demonstrating its commercial success.
Band's History
The song represents the midpoint of Kent's career. Having formed in 1990, the band had already enjoyed a decade of success before the release of "Kärleken Väntar", and they continue to be influential figures in Swedish music.

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