Marit Larsen

Born: 1 July 1983
Birthplace: Lørenskog, Norway
Occupation: Singer, songwriter, musician
Years active: 1996–present
Genres: Pop, folk-pop, acoustic
Instruments: Vocals, guitar, piano
Labels: EMI, Sony Music

Early Life
Marit Elisabeth Larsen was born on 1 July 1983 in Lørenskog, Norway. She grew up in a musical family and developed an interest in singing and songwriting from a young age. She learned to play the piano and guitar during her childhood and began writing songs as a teenager.

Career

M2M (1996–2002)
Marit Larsen is best known as one half of the Norwegian pop duo M2M, formed with her childhood friend Marion Raven. The duo gained international fame in the late 1990s with their debut single “Don’t Say You Love Me,” which achieved commercial success worldwide. M2M released two albums: Shades of Purple (2000) and The Big Room (2001). Their music was characterized by catchy pop melodies, youthful lyrics, and harmonized vocals. M2M toured extensively across Europe, Asia, and North America before disbanding in 2002 to pursue solo careers.

Solo Career (2003–present)
After M2M disbanded, Marit Larsen launched a solo career, showcasing a more mature pop and folk-pop sound. Her debut solo album, Under the Surface (2006), received critical acclaim and commercial success in Norway, featuring hits like “Don’t Save Me.” She followed up with several albums, including The Chase (2008), Spark (2011), and When the Morning Comes (2014), all of which highlighted her songwriting skills and acoustic sensibilities.

Larsen has been recognized for her distinct voice, heartfelt lyrics, and ability to blend pop and folk influences. She continues to write, record, and perform music, both in Norway and internationally.

Artistry
Marit Larsen’s music often combines pop melodies with acoustic instrumentation and introspective lyrics. She is known for her clear, expressive vocals and her ability to convey emotion through songwriting. Influenced by both Scandinavian folk music and contemporary pop, Larsen’s solo work marks a departure from the teen-pop style of M2M toward a more mature, singer-songwriter aesthetic.

Awards and Recognition
Marit Larsen has received multiple awards and nominations throughout her career, including recognition at the Norwegian Grammy Awards (Spellemannprisen) for her solo albums. She is widely regarded as one of Norway’s prominent singer-songwriters of the 21st century.

Personal Life
Marit Larsen keeps her personal life relatively private. She continues to reside in Norway and remains active in music, occasionally performing live and participating in Norwegian music events.

Discography

With M2M

• Shades of Purple (2000)
• The Big Room (2001)

Solo Albums

• Under the Surface (2006)
• The Chase (2008)
• Spark (2011)
• When the Morning Comes (2014)

Selected Singles

• “Don’t Save Me”
• “Under the Surface”
• “If a Song Could Get Me You”
• “Coming Home”