He was one of the world's most popular DJs - but a lot of his loyal fans are still in the dark about what his famous stage name means. Tim Bergling, better known as Avicii, became a global sensation back in 2011 when his single 'Levels' hit the music scene, scooping up Best Song at the 2012 Grammis Awards and securing a nomination for Best Electro/Dance.
His first album, 'True', smashed into the top 10 across over 15 countries when it dropped in 2013, with its lead track 'Wake Me Up' dominating European music charts and clinching the number four spot in the US. Despite his astronomical fame, some followers are left scratching their heads over how Avicii came to be his moniker and what it actually stands for.
During a chat on SiriusXM, Tim's father, Klas Bergling, shared the origins of his son’s eminent stage name, along with his own take on it. He said: "[Avicii means] the lowest level of hell in the Buddhistic religion. I thought it was absolutely fantastic to use that term. Typical Tim.".
Apparently, Tim decided on this title because his real name was snagged by another user when he begun uploading his music on Myspace, forcing him to conjure up something unique to make his mark on the crowded social site. Born in Stockholm, Tim kicked off his mixing journey at just eight-years-old, inspired by his brother, also a disc jockey.
Armed with an unofficial copy of FL Studio, he began crafting melodies, eventually catching the eye of Dejfitts Plays and signing with them in 2007. Fans have been left awestruck by revelations about Avicii's stage name, with one exclaiming: "Wow he thought it was cool and the other thought that was a deep name. Yikes.".
