Remembrance book for Marie Fredriksson

Dear fellow friends, dear fans of Marie Fredriksson, dear Roxette fans, dear kind people in this world,

our friend Marie has passed away on December 9, and many, many people in the world are heartbroken and would like to express their feelings. Not everyone can do so on the social media, not everyone can do so by coming to Sweden and signing the official remembrance book laid out in Stockholm.

We want to collect your thoughts, your grieve, but also your finest memories with Marie here. Please write down what you always wanted to say to her, we will collect each single entry of yours, put them into one single book and send it over to Marie’s family to show them how much she made this world better through you.

Thank you.

[All entries made before January 1, 2020 were taken over for the book. You will still be able to add your messages now but we cannot consider them for the book to Marie’s family anymore as it has been printed by now.]

The Daily Roxette had one copy of the book printed early January 2020 and handed it over to Marie Dimberg, Roxette’s manager and a very good friend of Marie Fredriksson and her family, in Göteborg on January 20, 2020. The printed version of the book is nearly 800 pages thick and it has a white cover. Its title “Tack för allt Marie” (Thank you for everything Marie) is written in silver and red letters on its sleeve.
Here you see some quick photos of the book, sadly there has never been a chance to take proper photos of this one copy as it arrived just before the evening we headed to Göteborg for the “En kväll för Marie Fredriksson” show.

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If you are interested, you can download a simplified version (the printed version contains a few more blank pages to separate the chapters, for instance) of the book with all entries right here.
The entries are sorted alphabetically by names, this file is also searchable.
Entries with non-latin character sets are at the very end of the book. Most URLs have been removed as they make little sense in a printed book.

Download the file “TackForAlltMarieByTDR.pdf”

6661 entries.

Kotaro from Chiba, Japan wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:19

I think it was when I was 7 or 8, about 15 years ago or so... I was just a child so I don't remember when exactly it was. But what I still remember is I heard the powerful, but simultaneously sensitive voice in an omnibus CD which my mother bought. That was my encounter with Roxette, and the song was It Must Have Been Love. At that time, we didn't have internet in our home, and I was too early to buy another CDs, so there was nothing else I could do. But the woman's voice and the song captured my heart, and later, when I got my own PC, I searched the band and song, then I encountered my memory again, and knew that Marie sang the song, and there are another hit songs, and I noticed that I was getting into that band. I still can't believe that Marie passed away. Maybe I'm refusing to face the fact, 'cause this is so a sad news. But one thing I'm sure is Marie, you fascinated, and will fascinate a lot of people, with your gifted voice. The song the band created is true. Things will never be the same... Thank you for many memories. Thank you for your great voice. Thank you for many great masterpieces. Rest in peace... Marie Fredriksson.

Diego Scliar from Rio de Janeiro Brazil wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:19

I was lucky to see her live the last time she performed in Rio de Janeiro Brazil. She was a great singer and a great performer.

Andrea from Buenos Aires, Argentina wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:19

She has been with me along the way for 30yrs now, i was just a little 10yrs old girl and i was ready for my 1st music concert with her.. I was so excited..I learn english thanks to her and learn to listen and to play music also cos of her, It was all her inspiration, Got ill with this F* disease too, and was my company, strength and inspiration. Went to all the concerts i could in 2012 all around my country. I was so happy. She was too. You were too. She was a wonderful woman in all senses. And a truly teacher for all of us. I feel i lost part of my family, a friend. Thats what she generated in her beautiful and strong life. Im so brokenhearted. She will live in my heart until i die and will be my eternal angel. Much love for all of you.. .. .

Danilo (jimmys gitarr) from Santiago, Chile wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:19

You were in the good and bad moments of my life. Rest in peace. Miss effe....

Greg Warkentin from Vancouver, Canada wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:19

Thank you for your voice, thank you for your music. You will be missed but you will not be forgotten.

Tim Oestmann from Adelaide, South Australia wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:19

Marie's beautiful soul and talent came through her music on recordings and when we saw her in concert. Blessings to those of you who knew her best and thank you for sharing her with the world.We all benefited. Peace to you.

Kim Sugranes from Toms River, NJ, USA wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:19

Dearest Marie, thank you for your music ?, your beautiful voice and personality, I am heartbroken but in peace knowing you no longer are suffering. The only one who brought “to dress for success “. May you keep on shining wherever your journey takes you. Much love and support for your family. One of these days, I’ll go back to Scandinavia and visit your wonderful land. Peace and love ❤️, Kim

Paul Whinfrey from Doncaster UK wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:19

Such sad news from one of my favourite bands I listen to through the 80s and the 90s . Your songs were unique melodic and amazingly performed by Per, Marie and the band. We will miss you so much as we feel like we have grown up with you. Rest in peace and fly high ❤️ All of our love Paul xx

Alex Collado from Madrid wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:19

The first time I saw Marie’s talent was in 2011 in Madrid. Everyone there got impressed since I was 18 years old and considered I was so young for being a Roxette fan... In that moment I remember calling my mum during her “Perfect Day” performance so she could share that special moment listening to Marie’s song with me. We ended up crying. I was so happy. Thanks for that moment. Alex Collado

FinderBagayao from Baguio wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:19

Thanks for the music MARIE you are one of my best favorite and will always stay in my heart and in my soul. RIP.

Mary Ann Kelly from Edinburgh wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:19

Such a sad day for the music world. A phenomenal voice of which I never had the pleasure to hear live but thank you so much for all the songs I grew up listenin to and still listen to. RIP x

Robert Christopher Walach from Newton Abbot wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:19

Goodnight Marie I remember when I first saw you on the video for "Listen to your heart". I was blown away that such a small girl could have that wonderful,powerful and passionate voice. I was hooked and still am after all these years. Thank you for all the pleasure you brought to me all this time. My thoughts to your family and friends at this awful time. God Bless and sleep tight.xxx

Anita Budimir from Reutlingen wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:19

Rest in Paradise, Marie... You will be always in my Heart...

Elisena from Valladolid, Spain wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:19

Una mañana de sábado cuando tenía 13 años, me sorprendió el videoclip de june afternoon...esa música, ese color, esa melodía... Me enamoré de roxette, de la preciosa voz de Marie, que hacía que las canciones de Per fueran mágicas. Esas canciones, esa voz, me ha acompañado durante toda mi vida, ha acompañado mis sueños, mis emociones, mi amor y también mi desamor... Por eso es tan cercana a mi. Muchas gracias por hacerlas tan bonitas, tan únicas e irrepetibles y tan fuertes como tú. Siempre serás un ejemplo de tu amor por la música.

Gustavo Reyes from Río Gallegos - Argentina wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:18

Recuerdo que el primer video musical al que realmente le di importancia, entrando en la adolescencia, fue el de It must have been love. Me enamoré de inmediato, de la musica de Marie, de su voz. NO podiá entender, aún, cuales eran las palabras cantadas, pero sí entendí el sentimiento detrás de ellas, y del cual me llenó. A partir de ahí la música de Roxette, y la voz de Marie me ha acompañado, a traves de los primitivos discman y walkman, hasta los mas recientes mp4 y smartphones. El primer CD que pude compres fue el Turism. Por diferentes razones nunca pude presenciar un concierto cuando estuvieron en Argentina, esa siempre será una materia pendiente. Hoy despido a una persona que formó parte de mi banda sonora durante todos estos años, que me acompaño en los largos recorridos a lo largo del país, que me acompaño en los buenos y los malos tiempos. Presento mis respetos a la familia de Marie, a Per, a sus amigos, y a sus fans alrededor del mundo. Su voz seguirá en nuestros corazones por siempre.

Nicci from England wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:18

Roxette are my favourite group of all time. Marie’s voice was sensational and the songs written touched my life in so many ways. You will be deeply missed. I saw you twice on your last UK tour. You were a fantastic performer and singer and such a brave and wonderful lady. Lots of love to all your family and friends x

Marcos Rogerio from Sao Paulo wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:18

An unmistakable voice that sang the most beautiful songs that have marked the lives of many people around the world. Today, Marie has left her mortal life, to become a music legend and legends never die! Rest in peace, Marie ... And thank you so much for gifting us all these years with your talent!

John Brown from East Linton East Lothian Scotland wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:18

I was deeply saddened to hear about Marie's passing. From the first time I heard her sing many many years ago I followed her career and her life along with her band members In Roxette. When I saw her in concert I was totally blown away.. Her vocal ability was astonishing and the songs were truly memorable and many inspiring and emotional. A very very bright star has ascended to the Heaven's We are all the poorer for her passing but are consoled by the many recordings and videos that are available. I think Marie was one of the greatest singers I have ever heard I will never forget her smile the love she felt for her music and all those around her especially her many fans all over the World who reciprocated that love. Her bravery in the face of a terrible illness was remarkable and an inspiration to many I am sure. She was a true superstar who touched the hearts of so many. There will always be a special place in my heart for Marie. Rest in peace lovely lady you truly were unique. I will miss you God Bless you xx

Nancy Phillips from Sydney, Nova Scotia Canada wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:18

I was so saddened to read of Marie's passing this morning, heartbroken. Roxette was such a huge part of my teenage years. When I hear certain songs, it takes me right back to that time and what was going on. Marie had such an incredible voice, beautiful and strong, just like her. I still listen to Roxette and have a playlist on Spotify, love hearing all their great songs. Marie will never be forgotten. Hugs, love and prayers are sent to her family and Pre. God bless you all?

Ricardo Marcolongo Melo from Suzano, SP, Brasil wrote on December 11, 2019 at 00:18

Uma nova estrela brilha no céu. Sua obra sua voz ficará para todo o sempre! Começa a nova jornada.

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