Norway's Three Minutes

The Nation on Stage “Up next, Norway!” Electricity flows through the air, singeing the crowd, most of it deriving from the Norwegian audience.  Both the performers and watchers hold their breath in anticipation for the coming show.  Since it began in 1956, the Eurovision Song Contest has drawn attention from all of Europe and beyond, from the South of Europe to the North.  Over time, the competition has not only become a haven for different cultures, but also a place where cosmopolitan ideals are displayed.  In this, Norway is able to show their tradition and heritage, and also their diversity through the talent that represents their country.  The three songs that will be analyzed, from 2009-2011, are of three different connotations, and all of them are brimming with positivity for Eurovision.             Norway’s victory in the 20 th century was taken by “Fairytale", performed by Alexander Rybak (20...