“I am not the right person to give advice”: Greek Eurovision 2024 representative Marina Satti speaks about Greece’s current representative and clarifies her intentions regarding Eurovision. What truly lies behind her dramatic decision?
Marina Satti, who represented Greece at Eurovision 2024 with the song “Zari” (translated as: “Dice”), is now revealing personal details about her journey in the competition. The feelings she shares indicate a clear desire to close one door and open another. Is it an admission of failure—or a natural response to pressure and criticism? And what did she think about Greece’s current representative?
“I Am Not the Right Person to Give Advice”
During an interview on the Greek show “Ακόμα δεν είδες τίποτα” (translated as: “You Haven’t Seen Anything Yet”), Marina Satti was asked about her feelings regarding the participation of Klavdia, Greece’s representative for Eurovision 2025, which will take place in Basel, Switzerland. Satti praised the song and the performer but emphasized that she does not feel it is her place to advise someone currently under the spotlight. According to her:
“A very beautiful song and a very good singer. I believe she will do an excellent job. I don’t think predictions and betting odds are important. I am not the right person to give advice to Klavdia. What matters is that she remains herself and enjoys the experience.”
This approach, which shows great respect and appreciation for the one continuing on the Eurovision stage, also reflects Satti’s personal view on the importance of authenticity and enjoyment in the competition, rather than focusing on numbers and forecasts.
Personal Eurovision Experience: Satti Reflects
In the same interview, Marina Satti was also asked about her personal experience participating in Eurovision 2024 with her song that finished outside the top ten. Her response was direct and revealed her thoughts on how she views the competition today, looking back:
“In hindsight, anyone can say whatever they want. What matters is that with the knowledge we had at that moment, we did the best we could. Without a doubt, we did our best. As of today, I have no thoughts about returning to Eurovision.”
This clear statement extinguishes any hopes fans may have had to see Satti represent Greece again in the near future—and even indicates a full sense of acceptance regarding the way she managed her participation, despite the criticism and pressures she faced, partly due to controversial behavior toward Israel’s representative, Eden Golan, which even prompted an official response from the Greek government.
A Conscious Choice to Move On
Marina Satti’s reactions and her decision not to return to Eurovision seem to stem from a desire to continue focusing on her personal and authentic artistic creation, without getting swept away by the expectations and pressures that come with the competition.
The singer’s statement symbolizes not only a farewell to Eurovision but also an acknowledgment of the fragility of the path she chose. While other artists may view Eurovision as a springboard for their careers, it seems that Satti chooses to step away from the stage—perhaps out of frustration, perhaps out of careful calculation. Her direct words leave a heavy impression but also convey a sense of surrendering a struggle that could have taken her further. Instead of fighting for her place on the international scene, Satti chooses to close the door—leaving the question of whether she could have achieved more open and thought-provoking.
Greece at Eurovision 2025
“Asteromáta” (in English: “Starry Eyes”) is the song that will be performed by Klavdia, representing Greece in the second semi-final of Eurovision 2025, scheduled for May 15th in Basel, Switzerland. The song was written by the singer herself, together with the creative team Arcade, who previously wrote Greece’s Eurovision entries for 2020 and 2021, “Superg!rl” and “Last Dance”, for Stefania Liberakakis. The song is performed in Greek.
“Asteromáta” deals with deep longing and pain over separation and loss, using romantic and poetic language. The singer addresses a loved one, calling them “my little star” and “starry eyes,” expressing her wish to be close, to feel their presence, and to find peace. v
Currently, Greece is ranked 19th in the betting odds for Eurovision 2025.
Klavdia – Who Are You?
Klavdia Papadopoulou, a Greek singer who rose to fame after participating in the Greek version of The Voice in 2018, is one of tonight’s most compelling contenders. Her mentor during the competition was none other than Eurovision winner Helena Paparizou, who guided her all the way to the finals.
For “Ethnikos Telikos 2025”, Klavdia collaborated with Arcade, a team of renowned music creators and producers who also wrote her entry “Asteromata“. The song blends modern elements with traditional Greek music, creating an emotional and captivating piece. With its melancholic tone, “Asteromata” draws inspiration from Klavdia’s family’s survival story during the Pontic Greek genocide – a deeply personal narrative that adds significant weight to her performance.
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Eurovision 2025: This will mark Greece’s 45th participation in Eurovision. Greece joined the competition in 1974 and achieved its best result in Eurovision 2005 when singer Helena Paparizou won first place with the song “My Number One”.
