Olly drops out of Eurovision, here's who represents Italy now

2025-02-24 15:32:17Lifestyle SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
Olly drops out of Eurovision, here's who represents Italy now
Italian singer Olly

Italian singer Olly has refused to represent Italy in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, as the contest dates coincide with his solo tour.

Through an Instagram post, he explained the reasons for the decision, emphasizing that he wants to focus on his concerts.

According to the singer, he had to choose between a trip to Basel for the Eurovision Song Contest and a solo concert tour because their dates coincided.

"I don't think you'll be upset if I postpone my concerts for Eurovision, but I strongly believe that I need to fix everything that happens to me before looking to the future to continue my favorite live shows, which I always speak of with endless pride," he said.

Olly thanked fans for their support in the national selection and wished success to Italy's next representative at Eurovision.

While it will be Lucio Corsi, who followed Olly in the rankings by a small margin of 0.45%, who will have the honor of representing Italy at Eurovision 2025.

Full reaction:

I have decided to give up the opportunity to participate in Eurovision, with the knowledge that it is one of those things that probably only happens once in a lifetime.

I thank those who voted for me and gave me the opportunity to have this privilege: I hope to see you soon at one of my concerts to return all the love I receive these days.

For me, this decision is my way of listening to myself and perhaps even my crooked way of saying thank you.

Some would say I'm giving up on a dream, but I think I've simply chosen to live it in my own time.

I wish great luck to whoever takes my place: music in Italy is full of wonderful artists and this year's cast is the most sincere proof of that.

Always believe! Something is changing and it is clear to everyone. I hug you and see you on tour, Federico.


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