Moments ago, the first 15 songs of this year’s Eesti Laul were released through Start program of the country’s public television ERR.
We remind you that the reveal of the 16th and last contestant will take place at the beginning of January ,who will be selected – exclusively – through online voting by the Estonian public.
More specifically, voting will open on December 28 – via the Raadio 2 website – and the winner will be announced on January 6. There, from among the songs submitted to Eesti Laul 2025, 20 artists who achieved high points from the jury and have given their consent to participate in the competition will be put to a public vote. For now, these are the first 15 songs for this year’s Eesti Laul:
An-Marlen – Külm
(songwriters Frederik Mustonen, Ingel Marlen Mikk, Maria Vainumägi)
“SINGING IN ESTONIAN IS MY PASSION”
According to An-Marlen, the story of “Külm” (Cold) reflects her inner life at the time she wrote the track. In the past she only wrote music in English and never thought she would end up writing in Estonian, which makes her feel familiar.
Andrei Zevakin ft. Karita – Ma ei tea sind
(songwriters Andrei Zevakin, Liina Ariadne Pedanik, Martti Hallik)
“OUR SONG WILL SURPRISE MANY PEOPLE”
Andrei Zevakin and Karita ‘s song ” Ma ei tea sind ” (I don’t know you) was born about three years ago. Andrei argues that this is a song that would only be suitable for such a competition, because it is so different. He would never dare release it as a single. He has participated in Eesti Laul again in 2019 , 2021 and 2022 . For Karita, this is her first performance, and she says it’s a big step outside her comfort zone.
Anna Sahlene – Love Me Low
(songwriters Anna Sahlin, Bobby Ljunggren, Dagmar Oja, David Lindgren Zacharias, Kaire Vilgats, Michaela Stridbeck)
“IT WOULD BE A GREAT HONOR TO REPRESENT ESTONIA FOR A SECOND TIME AT EUROVISION”
Swedish singer Anna Sahlene , who is participating in Eesti Laul for the third time, represented Estonia at Eurovision 2002 where she won third place in the grand final with the song ” Runaway “. She considers Estonia as her second home, while for this year’s attempt she says that “Love Me Low ” is a song about a love that did not developed as she expected. It’s also about admitting your mistakes and wanting to try again.
Ant – Tomorrow Never Comes
( songwriters Ant Nurhan, Kim Wennerström, Merili Käsper)
“I WILL DO WHATEVER I CAN TO BRING EUROVISION TO ESTONIA”
Ant dreamed of participating in Eurovision since he was a child. Now, with his first participation in Eesti Laul , he wants to bring the 2nd victory in the country where he lives, as he is a Turk who has been living in Estonia for the last six years. He describes his song with the phrase ” Life brings us both good and bad surprises. The main question is that if you know there is no tomorrow, what would you do today »
Elysa – The Last to Know
(songwriters Angelino Markenhorn, Elisa Kolk, Julie Aagaard, Simon Peyron)
“THIS IS THE STORY OF MY PAIN AND HEALING”
Participating in Eesti Laul for the fourth time , Elysa noted that this time she feels much calmer than before. “The Last to Know ” is a ballad about her personal life. She describes her song as a sad story about her life, her own pain, grief and healing.
Felin – Solo Anthem
(songwriters Elin Blom Etoall, Gevin Niglas, Johanna Ekholm, Paul Rey)
“THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IS TO BELIEVE IN YOURSELF”
Growing up in Finland, Felin moved to Stockholm at the age of 16. Although the intervening years have taken her to the United States , she lives in Sweden again. She has been involved in music for many years, among others she has opened concerts for The Chainsmokers . Her song talks about how you have to be your own biggest fan, regardless of what other people tell you or what everyday life throws at you.
Frants Tikerpuu – Trouble
(songwriters Frants Tikerpuu)
“NOW IT’S MY TIME”
Frants Tikerpuu , participating for the third time in Eesti Laul, believes that this year is his moment. Although Tikerpuu has previous experience of being part of Eesti Laul, this year is his first time on stage alone as he now begins his solo career. “Trouble” is inspired by Teddy Swims’ song “Lose Control” .
Gem98 – Psycho
(songwriters Frederik Küüts, Gevin Niglas, Karl Birnbaum, Richard Sepajõe)
“THE LYRICS PLAY AN IMPORTANT ROLE FOR ME”
The artist participates for the first time in Eesti Laul. The song was first written six years ago. For him, the primary role in a track is the lyrics, which he mainly writes himself in his songs. He serves rock and punk , but at the same time he also works as a literature teacher.
Janek – Frozen
(songwriters Janek Valgepea, Kjetil Mørland)
“MY SONG WILL TOUCH A LOT OF PEOPLE FOR SURE”
Janek is participating in Eesti Laul for the second time and this year he hopes to surprise people with his song “Frozen “. According to him, his song deals with a heartbreak that he thinks most people have experienced at some point. He wants to show people that they are not alone.
Joelle – Eyes Don’t Lie
(songwriters Johanna-Elise Kabe, Timo Vendt)
“I LIKE TO EXPRESS MYSELF WITH HIGH NOTES IN MUSIC”
Joelle ‘s music is R & B and soul . Having previously sung and danced on cruise ships, Joelle believes that performing every night on board has given her experience in performing. The lyrics of her song ” Eyes Don’t Lie” were inspired by her friends.
Minimal Wind – Armageddon
(songwriters Elisabeth Tiffany Lepik, Katri Merily Reimand, Paula Pajusaar, Robin Kiisholts, Taavi-Hans Kõlar, Velle Tamme)
“IT’S WONDERFUL TO BE BACK IN EESTI LAUL”
The band Minimal Wind , came second in Eesti Laul 2022 and aspires to be on the Eurovision stage this year, sees Eesti Laul as an opportunity to share their art. The song ” Armageddon ” is inspired by the sci-fi movie of the same name. ” We use ‘Armageddon’ as a metaphor, the end of the inner world and the beginning of a new world ,” the band states.
Räpina Jack ft. Kaisa Ling – Tule
(songwriters Kaisa Ling, Kill Kaare)
“WE ARE SO PROUD TO HAVE A COMPETITIVE SONG”
Räpina Jack and Kaisa Ling , who will take the stage together in Eesti Laul, are trying to reach Eurovision with a song in Estonian. In an interview with ERR , the musicians said that singing in Estonian is something that connects them. Kaisa Ling said that the idea of joining Eesti Laul came from the members of Räpina Jack , as they invited her and she immediately accepted the offer from her good friends. ” We have the drums, what we do – the Estonian language, the mind, the humor and the rhythmic cool music, we have a lot in common ,” added Kaisa about her collaboration with Räpina Jack on ” Tule ” (Come).
Stereo Terror – Pretty Till The End Of The World
(songwriters Heigo Anto, Lauri Hämäläinen)
“WE COMBINE DISCO AND METAL”
The Finnish band Stereo Terror combines in their discography metal and disco music, sometimes other styles depending on the night and the audience, according to them. They have a direct connection to Estonia as Uhlgrén ‘s mother is Estonian. “But when we think about what we usually do on stage, it’s more like a rave than a metal concert. One thing is certain: it will be crazy” , describe Stereo Terror about their stage presence.
For now, you can listen to their song HERE.
Tommy Cash – Espresso Macchiato
songwriters Johannes Naukkarinen, Tomas Tammemets)
“I WANT TO DESTROY THE EUROVISION STAGE”
Tommy Cash is participating in Eesti Laul 2025 with the sole aim of getting to the Eurovision stage and “tear it down”. He has been compared to both Joost Klein and Käärijä , with whom he has collaborated. “Käärijä and Joost are great. I’m very happy for my boys“, he says. About the song ” Espresso Macchiato “, Cash said that it’s a song that you probably don’t expect from him and that it’s probably the best he’s ever done.
Tuuli Rand – Rem
(creators Cecilia-Martina Mägi, Sander Sadam, Tuuli Rand)
“I LIKE TO PLAY WITH FEMININITY”
Tuuli Rand explains that she likes to “play” with femininity in music. He has participated several times in Eesti Laul both as a soloist and in vocals and he finds that every year is very different. She describes “Rem” as a vocally powerful and sensual song.
Source: [ERR]
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EESTI LAUL 2025…AT A GLANCE
- When : Saturday 15 February 2025, 18:15 CET
- Where : Unibet Arena, Tallinn
- How : Final with 16 entries, in the first round 3 finalists will advance to Superfinal with 50% jury vote and 50% public vote, then the public alone will determine the grand winner
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Estonia in the Eurovision Song Contest…
- Participating broadcaster: ERR
- Participations: 29 (19 finals)
- Debut: 1994
- Highest placement: 1st (2001)
- Lowest placement: 22nd in the Semi Final (2007)
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