Freestyle facts for kids

Freestyle was a Swedish pop music group that became very popular in the early 1980s. They were known for their catchy electronic pop songs. The group was active for a few years, from 1980 to 1983, and released several hit songs that are still remembered today.

About the Group

Freestyle was formed in Sweden in 1980. The group had several members, including Tommy Ekman, Christer Sandelin, Gigi Hamilton, Joakim Hagleitner, Anders Uddberg, and Diane Corinne Söderholm. Another member, Kayo Shekoni, was also part of the group for a time.

Their music was a mix of electronic sounds and pop melodies, which was very popular at the time. They quickly gained fans with their fun and energetic songs.

Music and Success

Freestyle released two main albums during their active years. Their first album, Fantasi, came out in 1981 and was a big hit, reaching number one on the charts. This album included some of their most famous songs.

Their second album, Modiga agenter, was released in 1982. It also did well, reaching number 13 on the charts. Even after the group stopped making music together, their songs remained popular.

Hit Songs

Freestyle had several songs that became big hits in Sweden. Some of their most well-known songs include:

• "Vill ha dej/I Want You" (1980) – This song was a huge success and reached number one on the charts.
• "Fantasi" (1981) – The title track from their first album, which also charted high.
• "Ögon som glittrar" (1982) – Another popular song that reached number three.

These songs helped make Freestyle one of the most recognized pop groups in Sweden during the early 1980s.

After Freestyle

Even though Freestyle was only active for a few years, its members continued to be involved in music. Some members went on to form other successful groups, like Style and DaYeene. This shows how talented the members of Freestyle were and how they continued to influence Swedish music.

Discography

This section lists the albums and singles released by Freestyle.

Albums

• Fantasi (1981) – This album reached the #1 spot on the music charts.
• Modiga agenter (1982) – This album reached #13 on the music charts.
• 10 (1990) – This album reached #47 on the music charts.

Compilations

• Freestyle's bästa (1986)
• Guldkorn-Den kompletta samlingen (1998) – This compilation reached #2 on the music charts.
• Golden Hits/2CD (1998)

Singles

• "Take Me Home" (1980)
• "Running Away" (1980)
• "Vill ha dej/I Want You" (1980) – This single reached the #1 spot on the music charts.
• "Fantasi" (1981) – This single reached #13 on the music charts.
• "Rider omkring" (1981)
• "Nära dej" (1981)
• "Bubblar" (1981)
• "Är det värt..." (1981)
• "One More Ride/Fantasy" (1981)
• "Ögon som glittrar" (1982) – This single reached #3 on the music charts.
• "Att leka med känslor" (1982)
• "Modiga agenter/Vill du ha en del av min sommar" (1982) – This single reached #13 on the music charts.
• "Mission Impossible/Hard To Handle" (1982)
• "Fingers in Motion" (1983)
• "Musiken gör mig vild/Nattens dockor" (1983)
• "Fantasi/10" (1991)
• "C&N Medley '98/DJ Promotion" (1998)
• "Fantasi '98" (1998) – This single reached #37 on the music charts.
• "Ögon som glittrar '98" (1998)

See also

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