20 legendary performances at Eurovision: Impossible to forget

ABBA – "Waterloo"

The band won in 1974 with a song that not only brought victory to Sweden but also became a global hit. After Eurovision, everyone knew about ABBA, and their performance is still considered iconic.

Secret Garden – "Nocturne"

Secret Garden brought victory to Norway in 1995 with an instrumental composition. It was an exception in the contest’s history, where vocals were minimal and atmosphere came to the forefront.

Dana International – "Diva"

The singer from Israel won Eurovision in 1998, becoming the first transgender winner of the contest and an icon of tolerance in the music world. The lyrics of this hit are known—or easily recalled—by almost everyone.

Ruslana – "Wild Dances"

The star brought Ukraine its first victory in 2004 with an energetic ethno-pop hit. Her performance combined Hutsul motifs with a modern sound that impressed all of Europe.

Lordi – "Hard Rock Hallelujah"

These musicians "blew up" all of Europe in 2006 and won for Finland with a hard rock track. It was the first metal-style winning performance, forever changing the game.

Verka Serduchka – "Dancing Lasha Tumbai"

She brought Ukraine second place in 2007, but even without a win, she made global headlines. The bright and ironic show by Andriy Danylko as the fiery Verka was remembered by millions and still racks up views on YouTube.

Alexander Rybak – "Fairytale"

The Norwegian musician won in 2009, setting a record for the number of points. His violin, charisma, and fairytale melody made this one of the most popular performances.

Lena – "Satellite"

The singer from Germany triumphed in 2010. Her naturalness and modern pop style won the hearts of Europeans, and the performance became a symbol of sincerity.

Loreen – "Euphoria"

Back in 2012, she represented Sweden and became a Eurovision star with a song still sung by fans today. Her performance is considered one of the best in the contest’s history.

Conchita Wurst – "Rise Like a Phoenix"

The bearded singer from Austria won in 2014. It was a powerful ballad and a strong message about dignity, acceptance, and fighting prejudice.

Måns Zelmerlöw – "Heroes"

The Swedish singer was the 2015 winner. He combined meaningful lyrics with a tech-savvy show, marking the first time the stage was so fused with visual effects.

Netta – "TOY"

The Israeli singer won triumphantly in 2018. Her unconventional pop track with a feminist message left few indifferent.

Eleni Foureira – "Fuego"

The artist from Cyprus didn’t win, but became a fan favorite in 2018. Her sexy and dynamic number lit up the stage like fire.

Go_A – "Shum"

The popular Ukrainian band made it to the finals in 2021. Their performance was an unexpected discovery for Europe, and the song was listened to by millions.

Måneskin – "Zitti E Buoni"

The Italian band won Eurovision in 2021. Their performance launched a new wave in the contest and brought them immense popularity.

Kalush Orchestra – "Stefania"

In 2022, they brought Ukraine a victory with a song dedicated to mothers. It was an anthem of resilience, blending folklore and hip-hop to showcase our unbreakable spirit.

Chanel – "SloMo"

The Spanish singer gave a very impactful performance in 2022, even though she didn’t win. The choreography, voice, and energy made her act unforgettable.

Loreen – "Tattoo"

The star took first place in 2023. This performance made her the only woman to win the contest twice.

alyona alyona & Jerry Heil – "Teresa & Maria"

The Ukrainian duo represented a feminist and powerful song in 2024. The performance impressed with its combination of strength, style, and the context of war.

Nemo – "The Code"

The non-binary artist from Switzerland won in 2024. The number was explosive, and the emotional and visual delivery about self-discovery and freedom of choice became historic.