Satoshi, Moldova’s representative for Eurovision 2026, revealed in an interview that his song “Viva, Moldova” will undergo changes before the competition.
Satoshi, who was selected to represent Moldova at Eurovision 2026, set to take place in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th, and 16th, revealed in a recent interview that his Eurovision entry, “Viva Moldova“, will undergo a revamp ahead of the competition. He added that changes will also be made to the staging in order to “present the strongest and best possible version of the song on the Eurovision stage”.
Satoshi explained that preparations for the European version of the song began immediately after his victory in the national selection. He noted that a professional creative team is already working to refine every detail from the musical arrangement to direction and choreography. He emphasized that the goal is to deliver a powerful stage performance that combines authentic Moldovan energy with modern production, capable of resonating with audiences across Europe.
The singer admitted that the level of public support he received came as a major surprise, particularly given that this marks his first-ever participation in a music competition. In a moment of openness, he shared:
“This is the first time I’ve participated in a music contest. I’m self-taught, but I love music madly and, more than that, I love the place I come from, the culture, the people, and I truly believe that we have something to offer the world and Europe. We have wonderful people, full of heart, talent, and unimaginable inner wealth. I want to thank everyone for the support and trust both the juries and the audience who voted for us”.
As part of Moldova’s renewed commitment to Eurovision, the Moldovan national broadcaster TRM, has allocated Satoshi a budget of one million Moldovan lei (approximately €50,000) to support preparations for the competition’s 70th edition.
Moldova at Eurovision 2026
“Viva Moldova” is the song that will be performed by the singer Satoshi, who will represent Moldova in the first semi-final on May 12th in Vienna, Austria. The song was written by Satoshi himself, marking the first time he has ever competed in a national Eurovision selection.
The track is a patriotic and energetic song that celebrates Moldovan identity, local culture, and the emotional connection to homeland and roots. It combines modern rhythms with musical elements traditionally associated with the region. The song conveys national pride, a sense of unity, and a call for renewal and hope. Its lyrics emphasize resilience in the face of challenges, belief in a better future, and the aspiration to see Moldova as a strong, confident country integrated within the European community. Music serves as a unifying force that transcends political and social boundaries.
Currently, Moldova is ranked 22nd on the betting odds ahead of Eurovision 2026.
Satoshi – Who Are You?
Satoshi (real name: Vlad Sabajuc) is a Moldovan musician and singer-rapper who, in recent years, has established himself both locally and internationally through the release of several successful singles, collaborations with various artists, and music videos that have amassed millions of views across social media and digital platforms.
In 2026, he decided to try his hand at Eurovision for the first time, competing in Moldova’s national selection “Selecția Națională 2026” with the song “Viva, Moldova” a patriotic work combining a message of national unity with aspirations for European integration through music, aiming to represent Moldova at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna.
Within the public discourse surrounding the national selection, Satoshi was regarded as one of the standout contenders. He received significant attention not only for the song’s energy and compelling performance, but also due to statements made on social media that sparked discussion about the boundary between political expression and participation in an international music competition.
This marks the first time Satoshi has officially participated in Moldova’s Eurovision national selection, as well as his debut involvement in the Eurovision selection process overall.
Eurovision 2026: This will be Moldova’s 20th participation in Eurovision. Moldova joined the competition in 2005 and achieved its best result in Eurovision 2017 when SunStroke Project finished in third place with the song “Hey Mamma”.
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