Tove Lo

Who Is Tove Lo?

Ebba Tove Elsa Nilsson, better known as Tove Lo, is a trailblazing Swedish singer-songwriter. Born on October 29, 1987, in Helsingborg, she grew up in the affluent suburb of Djursholm near Stockholm. Her stage name stems from a childhood fascination with a lynx at the zoo. Her godmother coined “Tove Lo” after the Swedish word for lynx. She excelled in school, especially in social sciences and literature. At 10, she wrote her first song. Later, she joined the short-lived rock band Tremblebee. After its disbandment, Tove Lo pursued solo pop music. She crafted demos in a shed-turned-studio.

Her breakthrough came with the 2012 single “Love Ballad.” In 2014, her EP Truth Serum and album Queen of the Clouds exploded globally. Hits like “Habits (Stay High)” and “Talking Body” showcased her raw, grunge-infused pop. Known as “Sweden’s darkest pop export,” her lyrics dive deep into love, heartbreak, and addiction. She co-wrote Ellie Goulding’s “Love Me Like You Do,” earning Grammy nods. Tove Lo embraces bisexuality openly. Her music blends vulnerability with bold energy. Today, she continues captivating fans worldwide.

Personal Details

• Date of Birth: October 29, 1987
• Height: 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 m)
• Birthplace: Helsingborg, Sweden
• Nationality: Swedish

Tove Lo: Net Worth

• Estimated net worth: $9 million (as of late 2025)

Interesting Facts

• Her nickname “Tove Lo” originated from a beloved lynx at the zoo when she was three.
• She once shared a London flat with actress Alicia Vikander in 2012.
• Tove Lo was the first woman in Max Martin and Shellback’s Wolf Cousins songwriting team.
• She battled bulimia as a teen and sought therapy for self-harm after a breakup.
• Dubbed “the saddest girl in Sweden” for her poignant, autobiographical lyrics.

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Tove Lo: Video

Filmography

• The Emigrants (2021) as Ulrika