France at Eurovision 2025: France’s 1977 Eurovision winner Marie Myriam believes Louane could end France’s 48-year victory drought at Eurovision 2025. Read her full thoughts on France’s hopeful contender.
France has persistently pursued Eurovision success in recent decades. Since Marie Myriam triumphed in 1977 with “L’Oiseau et l’Enfant” (in English: “The Bird and the Child”), the nation has struggled to replicate this achievement. Each year, Myriam voices her support for France’s Eurovision hopefuls, but 2025 brings renewed optimism—centered on Louane, the country’s chosen representative.
The 28-year-old pop sensation Louane will perform “Maman” (in English: “Mother”) at Eurovision 2025. The song debuted during the Six Nations rugby tournament halftime show in Paris, delivering an emotional tribute to Louane’s late mother, who passed from cancer in 2014. Exploring themes of “love, hope, and legacy,” the ballad has already forged a powerful connection with French and European audiences alike.
“My Bet Is on Louane” – Marie Myriam’s Heartfelt Endorsement
After the song’s release, Marie Myriam couldn’t avoid sending a message of support to Louane. “I want to believe that in the end France will achieve this victory through Louane’s voice and performance, under the gaze of the most beautiful stars: her own star,” Myriam wrote in a message she delivered to the media. For Myriam, who always maintains close contact with the French candidates, Louane’s song gives her a feeling of freshness and confidence. “I appreciate her and I know it’s not just me,” Myriam added.
Despite recent setbacks, France has never abandoned its dream of returning to Eurovision’s pinnacle. Marie Myriam, the country’s last winner (1977), has steadfastly maintained belief in French music’s power. In recent decades, France has achieved multiple high placements—including second with Joëlle Ursull (1990), Amina (1991) and Barbara Pravi (2021), yet never reclaimed the top spot since Myriam’s victory. Last year, Slimane secured fourth place, a notable accomplishment in its own right.
Marie Myriam, who won the Eurovision Song Contest in London in 1977, has always maintained hope that France could reclaim its position as the leading nation in the world’s most prestigious singing competition. “My bet is on Louane,” she declared, expressing her full support for the singer. As Louane takes the stage at Eurovision 2025, will France finally achieve victory again? Only time will tell. Listen to France’s winner Eurovision entry in 1977:
France at Eurovision 2025
“Maman” (translated as: “Mom”) is the title of the song to be performed by the singer, Louane, at the grand final of Eurovision 2025, which will take place in Basel, Switzerland. The singer, who was selected internally by the French national broadcaster, wrote the song herself with Tristan Salvati. This is the first Eurovision entry for the songwriters. After the song reveal, France ranks third in the betting odds for Eurovision 2025 with 11% winning chances.
Louane – Who Are You?
Anne Peichert, 28, known by her stage name Louane Emera, or simply Louane, is not only a talented singer but also a multi-disciplinary artist who has managed to stand out in both the music and film industries. She began her musical career on “The Voice France,” and since then has seized every opportunity to expand her activities and deepen her influence in French culture, becoming a household name across France. The young singer has released five albums to date, with the latest, “Solo,” leading her career to new heights. The album has been a great success and has accumulated over 2 billion streams on various platforms, demonstrating great popularity and a wide and loyal fan base. The hit “la Pluie” (“The Rain”), included in this album, has captured the hearts of the audience and become one of her leading songs.
In addition to her success in the music field, Louane has also won one of the most prestigious awards in French cinema for her role in “la Famille Bélier” (“The Bélier Family”). In this film, she portrays a hearing person in a family of deafs who, despite her family’s disability, manages to express herself through singing. The role brought her wide recognition and reinforced her status as a respected artist on the international stage.
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Eurovision 2025: This will be France’s 68th participation in Eurovision. France joined the competition in 1956 and has won it five times over the years. France’s last victory was in Eurovision 1977 with the song “L’Oiseau et l’Enfant” performed by singer Marie Myriam.
