Malta is not only ready for Eurovision 2025 in Basel this May, but they’re serving ‘Kant,’ by sending Miriana Conte. So, you better be ready — Malta isn’t joking this year; they’re here to conquer.
Miriana won MESC, Malta’s national selection, triumphing over 16 competing songs. Although she placed second in the jury’s vote, behind Kristy Spiteri, the public’s vote pushed her straight to the top — securing her spot as the winner.
Malta has never won Eurovision, but maybe this is their year…
Malta at Eurovision 2025: 10 Facts about Miriana Conte
1. She is from Valletta
Miriana is from the heart of Malta, coming straight from the capital city, Valletta. She was born on December 17, 2000
2. She started her career with R&B and soul
Miriana started her career at just 17. Although she’s now a legit pop queen, her early music was deeply rooted in R&B and soul.
3. She participated in MESC several times
Competing in Eurovision has undoubtedly been a long-standing dream for Miriana. She participated in MESC four times before finally securing her victory. Her journey began in 2017 with ‘Don’t Look Down,’ finishing in last place — a setback that only fueled her determination. In 2018, she returned with ‘Rocket,’ placing 12th. Her next attempt came in 2022 with ‘Look What You’ve Done Now,’ earning her 6th place. In 2024, she competed again with ‘Venom,’ finishing 9th. This year, all her hard work and experience have finally paid off.
4. She participated twice in X Factor Malta
Beyond her MESC experience, Miriana is no stranger to televised music competitions. She competed in X Factor twice — first in 2018 as part of a group, and then again in 2019 as a solo artist.
5. Miriana had a girl group
During her first appearance on X Factor Malta in 2018, Miriana co-founded the girl group 4th Line, a four-member group that achieved great success, reaching the final. She parted ways with the group in 2019.
6. A loud supporter of the LGBTQ+ community
In 2019, Miriana joined forces with fellow Maltese artists to record ‘Roll the Dice,’ an anthem for Maltese Pride Week. The song proudly showcased her unwavering love and support for the LGBTQ+ community.
7. She is half-Italian
Miriana’s roots are quite interesting — her mother is Maltese, while her father is Italian, hailing from Naples.
8. She has ADHD
In 2023, Miriana was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
9. She is a fan of “The Sound of Music”
In case you haven’t noticed yet, there have been numerous references to the iconic musical The Sound of Music recently. From the voting videos on Miriana’s Instagram during MESC, to the dancers’ outfits in her performance, and even her moment of singing in the center of them, there are clear nods to the legendary film starring Julie Andrews from 1965.
10. She became friend with Finland’s Erika Vikman
A connection is forming between Miriana and Erika. Since the MESC period, Miriana has expressed how much she loves ‘Ich Komme’ and how much she would like to see Erika win. Both artists triumphed on the same night. In response to Miriana’s support, Erika even sent her a vocal message during a Maltese radio show. When the EBU informed Miriana that she had to change the word ‘Kant’ (which means ‘singing’ in Maltese), Erika showed her support in Miriana’s Instagram comment section. Now, Eurovision fans are eagerly anticipating the moment when these two iconic artists will finally meet.
Come back for more exciting stories and facts about Miriana Conte as national final season continues and we head towards pre-parties and Basel 2025 itself.
Miriana not only has an insanely happy and catchy song, she knows how to play the media very well. Will it win? No it won’t, but I don’t think Malta is banking on winning any time soon. The song has the world’s (and Europe’s) attention though.
Actually, if it wasn’t for Sweden, Malta might have been in contention to win this year. “Serving” is a divisive song, and Eurovision tends to give divisive songs more points in recent years. I don’t think songs from Estonia or Finland are as divisive as Malta this year. But everyone seems to like Sweden’s sauna song so far in spite of it being divisive, so that’s where Malta can’t compete.
I don’t think Sweden is a divisive song. Seems quite popular with the large majority to me.
No one had heard of her before her Kant entry, and I live in Malta.
Malta has no chance of winning as the song will be disqualified if she sings it.
If you never heard of her then I’m sorry, you’ve been living under a rock. She’s participated multiple times in MESC.
Who in Eurovision is not a “vocal supporter of LGBTQ”?
Crazy how people can be so pressed about a song that’s about having fun, confidence and not taking yourself too seriously. If you want 36 songs that are high quality music I think Eurovision isn’t the place for you, it hasn’t been since the nineties. I like Miriana’s ‘Je m’en fous’ attitude and her Eurovision journey so far. She’s not bowing down to the haters but actually using the fuss to her advantage and she’s taking criticism really well. Hate the song all you want, but she’s a smart woman.
Yeah, people, it’s all about serving “kant”, it’s the Eurovision Song ? Contest, whether it’s with a ballad or a fun pop song! And who doesn’t enjoy having a good, fun serving of “kant” any day of the week?
Malta’s answer to Nicki Minaj. There isn’t a lot to choose from this year, but I like 8 or 9 songs. Malta is one of them.
Ad 10) Ich Komme, Kant?! Oh noo…