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This Is How the Songwriters Explain the Annoying Lyrics: "You're Trying to Purify"

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DN's analysis shows that Melodifestivalen has become more of a party – but more talkative and nagging. A result of increased competition in the music selection, the expert believes. But what do the songwriters themselves think? – They are trying to remove unnecessary stuff, says Melodifestivalen's most prolific songwriter, Thomas G:son.

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Melodifestivalen has gone from ballads to parties. And the lyrics: they repeat themselves more than ever. DN's Kristoffer Örstadius has analyzed all the songs in Melodifestivalen throughout the years. Now we go.

·Stockholm, Sweden
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Dagens Nyheter. broke the news in Stockholm, Sweden on Friday, January 30, 2026.
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