The Norwegian participating broadcaster, Norsk rikskringkasting (NRK), selected its entry through the Melodi Grand Prix 1979.

Norsk rikskringkasting (NRK) held the Melodi Grand Prix 1979 final round at its studios in Oslo, hosted by Egil Teige.

No live audience was present, nor was there a stage with scenery or props –only the orchestra and contestants, who were permitted to wear only simple clothing.

Eight songs were presented in the final round, with the winner chosen by an "expert" jury which included Kirsti Sparboe, who represented Norway in 1965, 1967, and 1969, and Norwegian Eurovision conductors Carsten Klouman and Sigurd Jansen.

[1] On the night of the final Skorgan performed 16th in the running order, following Sweden and preceding the United Kingdom.