Finland’s Eurovision journey began in 1961, and for decades it was defined by a string of forgettable performances and disappointing results. In fact, the country holds the dubious honour of finishing last a record nine times in the competition. For years, it seemed like Finland just couldn’t crack the Eurovision code.
Then, in 2006, everything changed. Finnish rock band Lordi stormed the stage in monster costumes, belting out “Hard Rock Hallelujah”, and clinched Finland’s first-ever Eurovision win. The victory shocked Europe and cemented Lordi’s place in Eurovision history as one of the contest’s most iconic acts.
Since then, Finland’s Eurovision reputation has evolved, with a mix of rock, pop, and the occasional eccentric entry. In 2023, Käärijä’s high-energy performance of “Cha Cha Cha” secured second place and became a fan favourite, further proving Finland’s ability to captivate Eurovision audiences.
While their Eurovision history is a tale of perseverance, Finland has become one of the contest’s most exciting and unpredictable countries, always keeping viewers guessing with what they’ll bring to the stage next.
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