Nemo, the first non-binary performer to win the award, combined their love of opera from childhood with a powerful performance that included rap, rock, drum ‘n bass, and classical opera. They also had to balance on a rotating disc that spun quickly while they sang.
The song, which started the competition off quickly, conveys a message of acceptance of oneself and the freedom for each of us to live our lives honestly and fearlessly.
“I hope this contest can live up to its promise, and continue to stand up for peace,” Nemo remarked as they accepted their reward. They concluded the event with their song.
The actual Eurovision
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Since Celine Dion won the award in 1988, Nemo is the first Swiss artist to win the competition.
Baby Lasagne, a Croatian band whose true name is Marko Purisic, came in second with their anarchic rock song Rim Tim Tagi Dim.
Olly Alexander’s performance of Dizzy, a UK act, received 46 points, placing them 18th out of 25. He finished 13th in the running order, which some people believe to be unlucky, and was awarded a crushing “nul points” in the public vote.
