Nu tändas tusen juleljus
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Nu tändas tusen juleljus, often called just Nu tändas, is a Christian traditional Swedish language Christmas song, written in 1898 by the Swedish song text writer Emmy Köhler (both text and melody). Translated into English, the title literally means "Now Be Lit a Thousand Christmas Candles". The song is about lights at Christmas, from candles and stars. It was one of the most popular Christmas songs in Sweden during the 20th century, in churches, homes and schools. Swedish pop singer Agnetha Fältskog recorded the song on her album "Nu tändas tusen juleljus", named after the song, with her daughter Linda Ulvaeus.
The song was also covered by artists and groups like Ebba Grön (1980), Carola Häggkvist (1983), Wizex (1993), and Lill Lindfors (1991).
The Norwegian language version is Nå tennes tusen julelys and has been recorded by artists such as Elisabeth Andreassen.
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