Luxembourg: Eva Marija’s Song for Eurovision Will Not Be Disqualified
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After weeks of discussions between RTL and rights holders, the song “Mother Nature” will participate in Eurovision 2026 in Vienna. Investigations found no grounds for disqualification or copyright infringement
Two and a half weeks have passed since Eva Marija was chosen to represent Luxembourg at the upcoming Eurovision 2026 with her song “Mother Nature”. Shortly after her victory, social media erupted with demands to disqualify the entry, claiming it plagiarized Birdy’s 2016 hit “Keeping Your Head Up”. The decision about participation has now been disclosed.
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“No further steps are necessary”
Following weeks of discussions between RTL and the European Broadcasting Union and various copyright organizations, it has been decided that the song will remain in the competition and will represent Luxembourg in Vienna, Austria.
Jeff Spielmann, Luxembourg’s press manager for Eurovision, stated: “Preparations for the Vienna contest are proceeding as planned.” He noted that a series of meetings with different parties, institutions, and experts had been held...
