Georgia in Eurovision 2025: Singer Mariam Shengelia took the stage for her second rehearsal with the song “Freedom”. Stay updated with all the reports from Basel, Switzerland…

Georgian singer Mariam Shengelia is the first contestant to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage in Basel, Switzerland, with the song “Freedom”. Mariam will perform as song number 10 in the second semi-final, which will take place on May 15th in Basel. This year’s competition features 37 countries.

In the video released from the performance, Mariam is dressed in her second outfit. As previously noted, at the beginning of the song she appears in a silver dress, and then she apparently removes it during the performance, revealing an outfit that includes red sequin pants and a nude-colored tank top with red sequin stripes. The graphics in the clip shift from snowy white mountains to a moving red circle that grows and shrinks, duplicating itself. There are flashes of blue and red lightning, and the lighting is red and yellow. The dancers, dressed in traditional Georgian costumes, dance on the main stage surrounded by smoke. In this part of the song, Mariam moves from the main stage to the front stage with the frame.

Further details about Georgia’s performance

According to the photos released in recent days and the video published today, it seems the song will be visually divided into two parts. At first, everything will be in cool tones-snowy mountains, a giant silver dress, white lighting, and a large rock on which Mariam stands. After that, the scene shifts to reds: red lighting, red graphics, and a red outfit. Mariam leaves her rock and moves forward toward the front stage, apparently as an interpretation of the theme of the song, “Freedom.”

Georgia at Eurovision 2025:

“Freedom” is the title of the song that will be performed by Mariam Shengelia, who will represent Georgia in the second half of the second semi-final of Eurovision 2025, which will take place on May 15th in Basel, Switzerland. The song was composed by Keti Gabisiani and written by Buka Kartozia. This is the first song of the creators in the Eurovision competition. The song is performed in both Georgian and English.

The track conveys a powerful message of liberty, homeland, and optimism. It begins with the word “freedom” in Georgian, with the lyrics vividly describing nature and self-identity. Mariam sings of the fragrance of grass, the morning dew in the sky, and the yearning for freedom, drawing a heartfelt bond between her country and the soul of the people.

Georgia is currently ranked 36th in the betting odds tables.

Mariam Shengelia – Who are you?

Mariam Shengelia is a talented Georgian singer who has captured the hearts of many with her powerful voice and stage presence. She first gained national recognition in 2018 as a semi-finalist on X-Factor Georgia, showcasing her incredible vocal abilities and captivating audiences across the nation.

In 2019, Mariam continued her journey to stardom by finishing sixth in Georgian Idol, a highly competitive contest that aimed to select Georgia’s representative for the Eurovision Song Contest 2020. Although the Eurovision event was ultimately cancelled, Mariam’s performance left a lasting impression, earning her a place among the top talents in Georgia.

Mariam’s talents were once again put to the test in 2021 when she reached the semi-finals of The Voice of Georgia, another prominent music competition that highlighted her versatility as an artist. Not only does she excel in music, but Mariam also demonstrated her wide-ranging skills by becoming a finalist on Dancing With The Stars Georgia in 2024, proving her ability to shine both on stage and in the spotlight.

Beyond her flourishing entertainment career, Mariam is dedicated to her studies in Political Science at Tbilisi State University, reflecting her desire to make a broader impact in her community. She is also a passionate Young European Ambassador, actively promoting cross-cultural understanding and collaboration, further emphasizing her dedication to both her artistic and intellectual growth.

Eurovision 2025: This will be Georgia’s 17th participation in Eurovision. Georgia joined the competition in 2007 and achieved its best result in Eurovision 2010 and Eurovision 2011 after finishing ninth twice.