Singer/songwriter Jóhann Helgason has been a major figure in the Icelandic music business, for many years, as one of the countries most respected and popular songwriter/singer. In addition to running a notable solo career, Jóhann has also performed with several highly successful pop and rock bands. A number of Jóhann´s songs have reached the top of the charts in his home country. Several have become so well-loved in Iceland that they have literally entered the public domain.

Jóhann was the first Icelander to gain a music publishing contract abroad. Early in his career he entered a four-year songwriting relationship with Chappell Ltd. (Warner/Chappell) in London, and with his band Change, made several singles for EMI and one album for Chappell.

Jóhann was also one half of the top hit duo “You and I”, who were multiple poll winners, and EPIC/SONY´s priority international act in Japan during the 80´s.

Jóhann´s songs have been performed and released in several countries outside his native Iceland, among them being England, Scandinavia, Germany, Japan and South America. He has received numerous awards and prizes both at home and abroad. His material can be found on over 20 gold and platinum records, a number of which are solo projects.