Pop/Review John Daniel - Stordåd

John Daniel, raised in Norrköping, has established himself as a strong voice in Swedish pop. With three albums and two EPs behind him, he is known for combining catchy melodies with lyrics that are both playful and thoughtful. His music moves between the grandiose and the personal—the naive and the sincere.

“Stordåd” by John Daniel is a joyful, life-affirming burst of Swedish power-pop that celebrates boyhood dreams, playful rebellion, and the courage to keep doing what you love. As the second single from his upcoming album “Extraliv,” the song continues the emotional and thematic journey begun with “Det Är Värt Det,” diving deeper into the tension between expectation and instinct.

From the opening bars, “Stordåd” radiates energy. Bright guitars, punchy rhythms, and an infectious melody give the track an immediate sense of motion, while its polished yet lively production keeps the spirit light and unrestrained. Produced by Anders Berlin and mixed by Alar Suurna, the song balances clarity with warmth, allowing its power-pop roots to shine without losing its emotional core.

Lyrically, John Daniel explores the internal “match” between who we think we should be and who we truly are. The song embraces playfulness as a form of resistance, reminding listeners that holding on to childlike curiosity and joy is not something to outgrow. That message is reinforced visually through the largely animated music video, which flirts with classic video game aesthetics and mirrors the song’s themes of imagination, nostalgia, and self-challenge.

“Stordåd” feels both personal and universal, capturing the quiet bravery required to stay true to yourself as life grows more complicated. It’s a song about choosing passion over pressure and freedom over conformity. With its uplifting sound and heartfelt message, John Daniel delivers a track that feels like a reminder to keep dreaming, keep playing, and keep daring to follow what feels right.