Overview

• Erika Vikman will represent Finland in the Eurovision 2025 final in Basel with her song 'ICH KOMME,' which celebrates female empowerment and sexuality.
• The song, featuring provocative lyrics and staging, has drawn scrutiny from the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) for its explicit content, though no direct demands for changes have been made.
• After her semi-final performance, bookmakers now rank Vikman among the top five favourites to win, boosting Finland's hopes for a second Eurovision victory.
• Finnish President Alexander Stubb apologised to Vikman after initially supporting another act, reflecting evolving national support for her candidacy.
• Vikman’s journey from her 2016 Tangomarkkinat win to becoming a Eurovision contender highlights her artistic evolution and determination.