Nonbinary singer Nemo is making waves at the Eurovision Song Contest, representing Switzerland with their track “The Code.” The song is about struggling to find their place and discovering it between the zeroes and ones of a binary system. Nemo’s presence at the contest is bringing awareness and understanding about being nonbinary to their country. They are not the only nonbinary contestant this year, with Ireland’s gothic fairy Bambie Thug also using they/them pronouns.
The atmosphere in southern Sweden, where the Eurovision Song Contest is being held, has been fun and supportive. Nemo jokes about the competition, saying that everyone wants each other to win. While staying at a hotel in Malmö, Nemo has been collaborating with other artists and hopes to continue doing so in the future. Despite the challenges of the fierce air-conditioning in the hotel, Nemo is enjoying their time at the contest.
Nemo’s performance at Eurovision involves singing, rapping, and performing gravity-defying moves while being spun on a giant spinning top. The singer is wearing a huge pink hairy coat and is excited about the energy and fun of the performance. The contest features a variety of music genres, ranging from power ballads to electro dance and empowerment pop. Nemo describes the Eurovision music community as the most versatile ever, with openness to different music styles.
Nemo is hopeful about the possibility of winning Eurovision and believes that it would mean the world to them. The singer values the acceptance and understanding they have received throughout the competition and appreciates the opportunity to represent their community on such a large platform. With the support of fellow contestants and fans, Nemo is proud to be able to share their journey of self-discovery and being unapologetically nonbinary through their music. The Eurovision Song Contest continues to be a platform for diverse artists to showcase their talents and celebrate the power of music.
