This article is from the Roxette FAQ, by Colin Grace cmgrace@ozemail.com.au with numerous contributions by others.
Per Gessle was the major influencing factor in the formation of
Roxette. Both Per Gessle and Marie Fredriksson realised that they had
to sing in English if they wanted a very successful international
career. Therefore, Roxette was officially formed in 1986.
 
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