Who is Norway's Eurovision 2025 act Kyle Alessandro and what are the lyrics of his song Lighter
Who is Norway's Eurovision 2025 act Kyle Alessandro and what are the lyrics of his song Lighter
Norway's act is set to make Eurovision history tonight, as its youngest ever performer
Representing Norway, Kyle Alessandro, performing at the Semi-Final Round Two of the 69th Eurovision Song Contest Opening Ceremony at Messe Basel in Basel, Switzerland
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Norway's Kyle Alessandro will open the Grand Final of the 69th Eurovision Song Contest, taking place in Basel, Switzerland. At just 19 years old, he's the youngest artist in this year's competition and brings an energetic, pop-driven performance to the stage.
His entry features a dance-heavy routine and a polished production, complete with a strong beat drop and a catchy chorus. It's a clear shift from Norway's 2024 entry, which placed 25th in the final with only 16 points — the country's 12th time finishing last in Eurovision history.
Kyle secured his place in the final through the semi-finals, where his confident stage presence and fast-paced performance earned him a qualifying spot. His performance features multiple dance breaks, a pop-based beat drop, and a bold production packed with fire effects — creating a visually striking start to the night.
Who is Kyle Alessandro?
According to the Eurovision website, Kyle Alessandro is an artist and music producer from Steinkjer in Trøndelag, Norway, with a deep-rooted passion for music.
From a young age, he showed incredible talent — at just 10 years old, he impressed both judges and viewers on Norway's Got Talent, earning the 'golden buzzer' on his first audition that sent him straight to the final.
In 2023, Kyle participated in Melodi Grand Prix as part of the boy group Umami Tsunami, aiming for a spot at Eurovision. For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter
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Though the group finished in last place, Kyle returned to the competition as a solo artist in 2025, winning the national final and securing his place in the Eurovision 2025 Song Contest.
His Eurovision entry has been described by Wiwibloggs as a powerful anthem about "resilience", encouraging listeners to stand strong and be their own biggest support when others let them down. This theme resonates with Kyle's own journey, as he has continually overcome setbacks while staying committed to his musical path.
Lyrics of Lighter
Golden girl dressed in ice A heart as dark as night You got me to dim my light, no more I really think I bought your lies Did anything to keep you mine You kept me hooked on your line, no more
Somewhere along the way I lost my mind I had to walk a hundred thousand miles I'm not afraid to set it all on fire I won't fall again I'll be my own lighter
Nothing can burn me now I'll be my own lighter I feel a spark inside me I don't need saving No way, no way 'Cause I'm my own I'm my own lighter
I'm tired of a million tries to fight, the signs And when everybody tried to tell me I should've known that it was time to break free Your reigns that kept me at your mercy I'll burn them to the ground No more, no more Ignite the fire
Somewhere along the way I lost my mind I had to walk a hundred thousand miles I'm not afraid to set it all on fire I won't fall again I'll be my own lighter
Nothing can burn me now I'll be my own lighter I feel a spark inside me I don't need saving No way, no way 'Cause I'm my own I'm my own lighter
Silence fills the room And I've taken off my jewels I wish none of this was true But there's a fire growing too
Nothing can burn me now I'll be my own lighter I feel a spark inside me I don't need saving No way, no way 'Cauѕe I'm my own I'm my own lighter
Nothing cаn burn me down I'm my own I'm my own lighter
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The Eurovision Song Contest grand final will be available to watch on BBC and BBC iPlayer from 8pm on tonight, May 17.
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