Bobbysocks!
Overview
Bobbysocks! is a Norwegian pop duo consisting of Norwegian Hanne Krogh and Swedish-Norwegian Elisabeth Andreassen. They won the Eurovision Song Contest 1985 with the melody "La det swinge" (Let it swing).
History
The duo was formed in 1983. Both Krogh and Andreassen had successful solo careers in Norway before joining forces. The duo's name, Bobbysocks!, is a direct translation from Norwegian into English of the word "rødpølse". It refers to the red-and-white striped socks that the girls wore as part of their stage outfits.
Career
Bobbysocks! had a number of hits in Norway and Sweden, the biggest of which was "La det swinge". The song won the Eurovision Song Contest 1985 in Gothenburg, Sweden. This was Norway's first win in the contest.
In the years following their Eurovision win, Bobbysocks! continued to release albums and tour, but their popularity began to wane by the end of the 1980s. The duo officially disbanded in 1988, although they have reunited several times for special performances.
Legacy
Despite their relatively brief career, Bobbysocks! left a significant impact on the Norwegian and European pop music scenes. Their Eurovision win helped to put Norway on the map as a contender in the contest, and their distinctive style and catchy tunes have remained popular with fans.