Nemo of Switzerland has been crowned the winner of the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest,finishing ahead of Croatia’s Baby Lasagna,whose song “Like a Superhero” was widely predicted to take the top spot. The final results, tallied May 11, 2024, in Malmö, Sweden, saw Nemo secure victory with their song “The Code,” a powerful performance exploring non-binary identity.
Italy’s Angelina Mango placed seventh in the competition,a strong showing for the nation but falling short of expectations fueled by pre-contest polling. The Eurovision Song Contest, a globally televised event with roots dating back to 1956, remains a significant cultural touchstone, offering a platform for emerging musical talent and fostering a sense of pan-European unity. This year’s contest, watched by an estimated 162 million viewers worldwide, underscores the event’s enduring appeal and its capacity to launch artists onto the international stage.
The final ranking, determined by a combination of public and jury votes, saw Switzerland achieve 591 points. Croatia followed closely with 547 points, while Slovenia secured third place with 468 points. France and Ukraine rounded out the top five.
Baby Lasagna acknowledged Nemo’s win, stating in a post-contest interview, “Nemo deserved to win. It was a really good song,a really good performance.”
Angelina Mango’s seventh-place finish with “La Noia” represents Italy’s best result since 2011, when Raffaella Carrà finished second. The contest’s outcome will likely influence the trajectory of Nemo’s career, providing a springboard for further international recognition and opportunities.© RESERVED REPRODUCTION. Last updated May 12, 2024 (modification on April 18, 2025).
