The provocative single by Estonia’s Eurovision 2025 representative Tommy Cash and 2024 Dutch contestant Joost Klein, sparked controversy with the EBU. The Estonian broadcaster clarified the situation, and the matter is now considered closed.
Tommy Cash, Estonia’s Eurovision 2025 representative, and Joost Klein, the Dutch contestant disqualified from Eurovision 2024, released a provocative joint single in February titled “United By Music.” The song’s lyrics, including phrases like “Fuck the EBU” (referring to the European Broadcasting Union), left little to the imagination and called for rebellion against the European broadcasting Union and contemporary social and political norms.
Estonian Broadcaster and EBU Address the Fallout
Following public uproar, Estonian national broadcaster ERR was required to respond to the European Broadcasting Union. In an interview with Sky Radio, Karmel Killandi, Head of Entertainment at ERR, explained that the EBU immediately contacted the broadcaster for clarification.
ERR informed the EBU that the two artists maintain a friendly relationship and that the controversial song is a personal expression by Joost Klein, without intent to insult the contest. Killandi added that Joost is known for his rebellious character, which is reflected in his work. Despite the incident, ERR maintains a positive relationship with the EBU.
“At the request of the EBU, a meeting was held between Tommy Cash and the ERR Board to discuss the matter. All parties involved agreed that there was no malicious intent, and the issue is now considered resolved,” Killandi stated.
Estonia in Eurovision 2025:
“Espresso Macchiato” is the title of the song that will be performed by singer Tommy Cash, who will represent Estonia in the first semi-final of Eurovision 2025, taking place on May 13th in Basel, Switzerland. The song was written by the singer himself along with Johannes Naukkarinen, who wrote the song “Cha Cha Cha” performed by Käärijä at Eurovision 2023 representing Finland and finishing in second place. This is Tommy Cash’s first entry in the competition. The song is performed in English and Italian.
The song is a unique and upbeat track that combines hip-hop with a humorous and wild style. It describes an extravagant and exaggerated lifestyle, with lyrics full of funny and absurd imagery. Tommy Cash uses his distinctive style to critique and mock consumer culture and the pursuit of luxury, all set to an energetic and captivating beat that makes the song enjoyable and addictive.
Estonia is currently ranked eighth in the betting odds for Eurovision 2025.
Tommy Cash – Who Are You?
Tommy Cash, a 32-year-old rapper and producer born in Tallinn, Estonia. He is known mainly for his humorous music style and the provocative music videos that accompany his songs. He began his music career in 2012 and has released many singles over the years in various languages such as Estonian, English, Russian, and Ukrainian. Tommy has toured extensively throughout Europe and collaborated with many well-known artists such as Russia’s Eurovision 2020 representatives Little Big, and American singer Oliver Tree. In 2023, he released the song “It’s Crazy It’s Party” with Finland’s Eurovision 2023 representative, Käärijä. The song was very successful, as both have a very similar music style and vibe.
Sources: Eurovisionfun, Sky Radio.
Eurovision 2025: This will be Estonia’s 30th participation in Eurovision. Estonia joined the contest in 1994 and achieved its best result in Eurovision 2001 when singers Tanel Padar, Dave Benton and 2XL, won first place with the song “Everybody”.
