Kirka: Biography, Facts and Career
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Kirill "Kirka" Babitzin (Russian: Кирилл Бабицын; 22 September 1950 – 31 January 2007) was a Finnish vocalist and musician. One of the most commercially successful artists from Finland, his career lasted from the late 1960s until his death in 2007. Previously associated with Ilkka Lipsanen's band, The Islanders, Kirka went on to record a wide array of rock and pop music. Some of his most famous songs include "Hetki Lyö" (Beat the Clock), "Leijat" (Kites) and "Varrella virran" (Down by the River). His 1988 album Surun Pyyhit Silmistäni (The Sadness in Your Eyes) went on to be one of the best sold records in Finnish history. He also represented Finland in the Eurovision Song Contest 1984.
Quick facts about Kirka
- Full name: Kirka
- Born: 1950-09-22
- Nationality: Finland
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q720971
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Who is Kirka?
Kirill "Kirka" Babitzin (Russian: Кирилл Бабицын; 22 September 1950 – 31 January 2007) was a Finnish vocalist and musician.
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Kirka is Finland.
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Kirka was born on 1950-09-22.
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