It was Dons, a Latvian band, who used his platform to draw attention to the unstable geopolitical situation with their song Hollow, which is about uncertainty.
When asked “What was your message tonight?” by Latvian media during his appearance at a news conference on Thursday after the final 10 acts were chosen, he replied, “Today was a special day in my life.” I have never felt more honored to be a citizen of Latvia.
The only nation in the world shaped like a butterfly is Latvia. Because they must fly and be free in order to reproduce, butterflies represent hope and freedom. Every nation on the planet is entitled to freedom.”
There was a thunderous applause for him throughout the room.
