Tommy Cash, who captivated audiences at Eurovision 2025, has recently released a new song, stirring up controversy on the international stage.
During his performance at the Red Valley Festival in Olbia, Italy, singer Tommy Cash, Estonia’s representative to Eurovision 2025, surprised the audience with the premiere of a new song. Performed in Italian, like the Eurovision entry “Espresso Macchiato”, the song rekindled debate in Italy about the artist. The new single once again explores Italian stereotypes – coffee, mortadella, pop culture references, and nods to actor Roberto Benigni.
Possible Preparation for a Eurovision Comeback?
The artist, whose Eurovision song ignited controversy in Italy, continues to delve into Italian culture in his music. While his initial foray may have seemed like provocation, it’s now evident to fans that Tommy Cash’s connection to Italy is deepening. In past interviews, he has expressed his love for the country, becoming a frequent guest at local festivals.
Moreover, his decision to debut a new Italian-language song comes shortly after rumors of Cash’s possible participation in the Sanremo Festival in 2026, Italy’s main music event, where participants are also chosen to represent Eurovision. This raises the question – are the rumors true, and was this the song he considered sending to Sanremo?
Whiffs of Renewed Storm
Regardless, Tommy Cash’s continued focus on Italian stereotypes could still be perceived as offensive. His Eurovision song sparked intense discussion in Italy as politicians and television hosts took offense at references such as the mafia. For the singer, the song was clearly a joke, yet he found himself the target of numerous Italian TV programs critiquing him.
“I love Italy, I have immense respect for this place, I love the country, the food, the architecture, the design, the coffee, […] I never imagined this could happen”.
said the singer, explaining he meant no harm.
Italy at Eurovision 2025
“Espresso Macchiato” is the song performed by Tommy Cash, who represented Estonia in Eurovision 2025. He came in third place in the grand final with 356 points. Estonia achieved second place by the public and ninth by the jury.
This marks Estonia’s best result since its third place at Eurovision 2002 – 23 years ago.
Eurovision 2025: This was 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”.
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