AURORA was completely barefoot when she stepped onto the stage at the Nobel Peace Prize Concert in 2015, a refreshing and authentic moment in the middle of the prestigious event. The concert, held at Oslo City Hall in AURORA’s native Norway, was held to honor the Nobel Peace Prize laureate. As one of the artists performing that night, AURORA gave a passionate performance of her song ‘Runaway’ that had listeners absolutely enchanted by her talent.
As she performed, AURORA appeared completely immersed in the story of her song, which describes longing to run back home from somewhere far away. Her emotional connection to the song is clear, with viewers leaving comments reading, “I feel like she’s in a trance, in her own tunnel of visions when she sings,” on the online video, which now has 21M views. The song’s ethereal nature and AURORA’s passionate performance truly feel as though they may transport listeners to another world, too.
When I watched the video of AURORA’s performance, I certainly felt as though there was a voice reaching out to me from a mystical land. Music Man readers may be surprised to find out that AURORA was only 11 years old when she wrote this song. When I found out, I was even more astonished by its emotional depth than before. It felt like it gave me a new insight into AURORA and into the song itself, as I saw the roots of how it blends youthful escapism with a more mature sense of longing.
When Music Man readers watch the original music video for ‘Runaway’, they will see how well it reflects not only the song, but AURORA as an artist. Showing the singer in snowy Nordic forests or by enormous lakes, the video connects to the Nordic folk that has had such an impact on her own sound, as well as tapping into the song’s feeling of being lost in the middle of nowhere. The song, AURORA’s performance, and the video all thread perfectly together to create a sense of wild mystery.
Another thing listeners may notice is that, in her live performance at the Nobel Peace Prize concert, AURORA sounds almost exactly like she does on the original recording. Not only does AURORA provide magical storytelling with her songwriting, passionate performances, and unique soundscapes in her music, but she also backs it up with her unique and powerful pitch-perfect vocals. All things considered, it makes sense why, 10 years after the release of her debut EP, AURORA continues to enchant listeners from all over the world.
AURORA’s enchanting performance at the Nobel Peace Prize Concert undeniably showcased her innate talent and emotional depth. It’s incredible to think that such a poignant song was penned when she was just 11 years old. Her ethereal presence and transportive voice continue to captivate audiences worldwide. For those eager to delve deeper into AURORA’s artistry and discover more about her enchanting journey, explore the links provided below.