Overview

• Tommy Cash is representing Estonia at Eurovision 2025 with 'Espresso Macchiato,' a dance-pop song featuring satirical Italian references.
• The song has drawn criticism for its use of Italian stereotypes, referencing coffee, the Mafia, and smoking, leading to complaints from Italian officials and organizations.
• Gian Marco Centinaio, vice president of the Italian Senate, publicly condemned the song, calling it offensive and questioning its inclusion in the competition.
• Despite the controversy, 'Espresso Macchiato' advanced from the semi-finals and remains among the bookmaker favorites to win the contest.
• Tommy Cash has defended his work, emphasizing its unifying message and positive audience reactions, while dismissing backlash as unrepresentative of broader support.