Inscription
Måns Zelmerlöw is inscribed as the 39th Global Music Royalty in March 2021.
The Swedish heartthrob is chosen for his great consistency in the contest. Having participated 5 times, he has won the trophy once and never finished lower than 8th. Moreover, he has also won ESC. Måns is truly a Song Contest Superstar!
The Swedish heartthrob is chosen for his great consistency in the contest. Having participated 5 times, he has won the trophy once and never finished lower than 8th. Moreover, he has also won ESC. Måns is truly a Song Contest Superstar!
Presentation
Måns Zelmerlöw is a Swedish singer, songwriter, and television presenter known for his charismatic stage presence, strong vocals, and successful career in pop music. He was born on June 13, 1986, in Lund, Sweden. His journey into the public eye began in 2005 when he gained national recognition as a contestant on the second season of the Swedish talent show Idol, where he finished in fifth place. The following year, he won the Swedish version of Let’s Dance, which further established him as a familiar face in Swedish entertainment.
His breakthrough as a recording artist came in 2007 with his participation in Melodifestivalen, Sweden’s national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest. His song "Cara Mia" became a major hit, finishing third in the competition and launching his music career. From there, Måns released several successful albums and singles, becoming a staple of the Swedish pop scene with his blend of upbeat pop anthems and heartfelt ballads.
In 2015, he returned to Melodifestivalen with the song "Heroes," a dramatic and modern pop track with innovative staging that combined animated graphics with live performance. He won the competition and went on to represent Sweden at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, where he won the international contest with a commanding performance and a wide margin of points. His Eurovision victory brought him global recognition and introduced his music to a much broader audience across Europe and beyond.
Following his Eurovision success, Måns released the album Perfectly Damaged, which included "Heroes" and other tracks that reinforced his reputation as a polished and versatile pop artist. He has since continued to release music and tour internationally, building a loyal fanbase with his mix of high-energy performances and emotional sincerity.
In addition to his music career, Måns has worked extensively in television, co-hosting the Eurovision Song Contest in 2016 and appearing in various other entertainment roles. He is also involved in charitable work, particularly through his co-founded organization, the Zelmerlöw & Björkman Foundation, which focuses on education and development in Africa.
Måns is known for his professionalism, warmth, and dynamic presence both on and off stage. With a career that spans over a decade, he has become one of Sweden’s most recognizable and respected pop artists, continuing to evolve while staying true to the engaging and emotive style that defines his music.
His breakthrough as a recording artist came in 2007 with his participation in Melodifestivalen, Sweden’s national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest. His song "Cara Mia" became a major hit, finishing third in the competition and launching his music career. From there, Måns released several successful albums and singles, becoming a staple of the Swedish pop scene with his blend of upbeat pop anthems and heartfelt ballads.
In 2015, he returned to Melodifestivalen with the song "Heroes," a dramatic and modern pop track with innovative staging that combined animated graphics with live performance. He won the competition and went on to represent Sweden at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, where he won the international contest with a commanding performance and a wide margin of points. His Eurovision victory brought him global recognition and introduced his music to a much broader audience across Europe and beyond.
Following his Eurovision success, Måns released the album Perfectly Damaged, which included "Heroes" and other tracks that reinforced his reputation as a polished and versatile pop artist. He has since continued to release music and tour internationally, building a loyal fanbase with his mix of high-energy performances and emotional sincerity.
In addition to his music career, Måns has worked extensively in television, co-hosting the Eurovision Song Contest in 2016 and appearing in various other entertainment roles. He is also involved in charitable work, particularly through his co-founded organization, the Zelmerlöw & Björkman Foundation, which focuses on education and development in Africa.
Måns is known for his professionalism, warmth, and dynamic presence both on and off stage. With a career that spans over a decade, he has become one of Sweden’s most recognizable and respected pop artists, continuing to evolve while staying true to the engaging and emotive style that defines his music.
Global Music Career
6 Participations
6 Finals
6 Top 10s
2 Medals
1 Victory
Representing: Sweden and Russia
40. Brother oh brother / 6th place
43. Rewind / 8th place
58. Forever / 5th place
121. Should've gone home / WINNER
181. Circles and squares / 7th place - with Polina Gagarina
After inscription:
229. Revolution / Silver medal
6 Finals
6 Top 10s
2 Medals
1 Victory
Representing: Sweden and Russia
40. Brother oh brother / 6th place
43. Rewind / 8th place
58. Forever / 5th place
121. Should've gone home / WINNER
181. Circles and squares / 7th place - with Polina Gagarina
After inscription:
229. Revolution / Silver medal
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