Lina Rafn facts for kids
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Lina Rafn
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Lina Rafn at Danish DJ Awards in 2007
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| Also known as | Lina Rafn Sørensen |
| Born | 12 August 1976 Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Origin | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Genres | Dance, trance, house, pop |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter, VJ, Model Reality television judge |
| Instruments | Vocals, keyboard |
| Years active | 1997–present |
| Labels | Europa Recordings |
| Associated acts | Infernal, Paw & Lina, Paw Lagermann |
Lina Rafn Sørensen, known professionally as Lina Rafn, is a Danish singer, songwriter, and producer. She was born on August 12, 1976, in Copenhagen, Denmark. Lina is best known as a member of the popular band Infernal. She also used to be a VJ (video jockey) on the Danish music channel The Voice TV Danmark, where she presented music charts.
Lina started dancing professionally at a young age. Her singing career began in 1997 when she co-founded Infernal with Paw Lagermann and Søren Haahr. Their first song, "Sorti de L'enfer", was an instrumental dance track.
Through her work with Infernal, Lina became famous around the world. She is known for her powerful singing voice. With Paw Lagermann, she helped create the huge hit song "From Paris to Berlin". Infernal has released four albums and sold millions of copies globally.
Lina has a unique vocal style, often using a growl sound before hitting a high note.
She has also recorded music as part of the duo Paw & Lina with her bandmate Paw Lagermann. Additionally, Lina sang on a song called "Silent Heart" with the music group Green Court.
Lina Rafn's TV Appearances
Lina was a judge on the first and second seasons of the Danish X Factor TV show. She judged alongside Thomas Blachman and Remee. She took a break from the show in 2010 but returned for the seventh season in 2014. She joined Thomas Blachman and Remee again as a judge.
Since 2014, Lina has also been one of the owners of a nightclub called Klosteret in Copenhagen.
Lina Rafn's Family Life
Lina Rafn has a daughter named Karmen. Karmen was born in early 2010. Her father is Kasper Pertho, Lina's long-time boyfriend.
Lina Rafn's Music
Lina Rafn has released many songs both as a solo artist and with her band Infernal. She has also collaborated with other musicians.
- As a solo artist, she released songs like "Forårsdag," "Marie Marie," and "Sød musik" in 2011.
- She was featured on "Silent Heart" by Green Court in 2009.
- In 2020, she was featured on "Nytår Igen" with Jesu Brødre and Niels Olsen.
- With Paw Lagermann, as Paw & Lina, she released "Stolt af mig selv?" in 2011.
- For a full list of songs and albums by Infernal, you can check the Infernal discography.
