Povel Karl Henric Ramel, born June 1, 1922, in Östermalm, Stockholm, was a
Swedish composer, singer, and entertainer. After studying art and piano, Ramel
made his solo stage debut in 1939 performing his composition "En sömnig serenad"
in Aftonbladet's talent contest. He had a major hit with "Johanssons
boogie-woogie-vals" in 1944 before joining Radiotjänst in 1945, where he
produced innovative musical humor radio programs. In 1952, Ramel co-founded
Knäppupp AB with Felix Alvo, launching the revue Akta huvet. Over his career, he
wrote songs including "Sorglösa brunn" and "Lingonbe...