The stage is set at Oslo Spektrum as Norway prepares to crown its representative for the 69th Eurovision Song Contest. Nine talented artists will compete in the Grand Final of Melodi Grand Prix (MGP) 2025, all vying for the coveted golden ticket to Eurovision in Basel, Switzerland, this May.
Returning to the iconic Oslo Spektrum after a six-year hiatus, MGP 2025 promises a spectacular show with a high-caliber lineup, despite the unexpected withdrawals of Lavrans Svendsen and Angelina Jordan.
Meet the Hosts of MGP 2025
This year’s Grand Final will be hosted by Marte Stokstad, Tete Lidbom, and Markus Neby. The refreshed hosting trio brings a dynamic energy to the competition, ensuring an unforgettable evening for viewers at home and in the arena.
What to Expect in Tonight’s Grand Final
♦ Performance Order of the Nine Finalists
The running order for tonight’s competition was revealed earlier this week. Opening the show is seasoned artist Tone Damli with “Last Song”, while the legendary Bobbysocks will close the night with “Joyful.”
1. Tone Damli — “Last Song”
Tone Damli is participating in MGP 2025 with the song “ Last Song “ (lyrics-music: Sophie Tweed Simmons, Kristoffer Tømmerbakke, Erik Smaaland and Yoshi Breen ). Returning to MGP after a 20-year career, Tone Damli brings a fresh sound with “Last Song”. With her previous success in 2009 (“Butterflies”), she is a strong contender for the title.
2. Sondrey — “Vagabond”
Sondrey is participating in MGP 2025 with the song “ Vagabond “ (lyrics-music: Sondre Mulongo Nystrøm and Magnus Emaka Einang ). Sondrey blends R&B, afrobeats, and melodic rhythms in “Vagabond”. His extensive music career includes Melodi Grand Prix 2020 and the musical Bonnie & Clyde.
3. Nora Jabri — “Sulale”
Nora Jabri participates in MGP 2025 with the song “ Sulale “ (lyrics-music: Emma Louise Gale, Ovidiu Jacobsen, Ola Frøyen and Nora Foss Al-Jabri ). Nora Jabri, known for her appearance on Norwegian Talent at age 12, delivers an emotional performance with “Sulale”, inspired by her Arab heritage.
4. Wig Wam — “Human Fire”
Wig Wam participates in MGP 2025 with the song “Human Fire ” (lyrics-music: Åge Sten Nilsen, Trond Holter and Bernt Jansen ). Rock legends Wig Wam celebrate 20 years since their breakthrough, bringing their signature glam rock energy back to MGP with “Human Fire”.
5. LLL — “Parasite”
LLL participates in MGP 2025 with the song “Parasite ” (lyrics-music: Olli Äkräs, Nora Foss Al-Jabri, Ben Adams and Jim Bergsted ). The female pop trio LLL channels 90s and 2000s influences with their powerful song “Parasite”, aiming to inspire female empowerment.
6. Kyle Alessandro — “Lighter”
Kyle Alessandro is participating in MGP 2025 with the song ” Lighter ” (lyrics-music: Kyle Alessandro and Adam Woods ). At just 18, Kyle Alessandro delivers “Lighter”, a heartfelt song inspired by his mother’s battle with cancer, marking his solo debut at MGP.
7. Nataleen — “The Game”
Nataleen is participating in MGP 2025 with the song ” The Game ” (lyrics-music: Madeleine Nataleen Tverberg, Julie Aagaard, Henning Olerud, Stanley Ferdinandez and Kjersti Sleveland ). Nataleen, a The Voice 2022 semifinalist, showcases her powerhouse vocals in “The Game”, co-written by the team behind Eurovision 2023’s “Queen of Kings”.
8. Ladybug — Hot as Hell in Paradise
Ladybug is participating in MGP 2025 with the song ” Hot as Hell in Paradise ” (lyrics-music: Iris Severine Mikalsen, Jonas Holteberg Jensen, Anderz Wrethov and Thomas Stengaard ). Singer-songwriter Ladybug presents a fiery anthem about forbidden love, reflecting her personal journey of self-discovery.
9. Bobbysocks — Joyful
Bobbysocks participates in MGP 2025 with the song “Joyful ” (lyrics-music: Elisabeth Andreassen and Hanne Krogh ). TMarking 40 years since their Eurovision victory, Bobbysocks return with “Joyful”, a song celebrating happiness and gratitude.
♦ Voting System for the Grand Final
The winner will be determined by a combination of public voting (60%) and an international jury panel (40%), following last year’s format.
The results of the www.ogaegreece.com poll
According to a poll conducted by www.ogaegreece.com, Kyle Alessandro emerged as the frontrunner with 29.37% of the votes, closely followed by Nataleen with 23.78%.
Latest predicitions and odds
Among fan favorites, Kyle Alessandro (“Lighter”) and Nataleen (“The Game”) are expected to battle for the top spot, while the return of Wig Wam and Bobbysocks adds excitement to the competition.
The Grand Final begins at 20:50 CET, and you can watch the live broadcast here .
Who will represent Norway at Eurovision 2025?
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Norway in the Eurovision Song Contest...
- Participating broadcaster: NRK
- Participations: 62 (59 finals)
- Debut: 1960
- Highest placement: 1st (1985, 1995, 2009)
- Lowest placement: 18th in the Semi Final (2007)
