Sweden Wins Eurovision 2023: Loreen Makes History with Second Victory

The 67th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest saw a thrilling conclusion as Sweden emerged victorious with the mesmerizing performance by Loreen, showcasing ‘Tattoo’ to the world. The Swedish entry secured a massive 583 points, solidifying their status as Eurovision powerhouse alongside Ireland.

Close behind Sweden was the dynamic act from Finland, represented by Käärijä and their catchy tune ‘Cha, Cha, Cha’, earning a notable 526 points to claim second place. Israel also captivated audiences with Noa Kirel’s rendition of ‘Unicorn’, securing third place with 362 points.

Loreen’s historic win marked her second triumph at Eurovision, making her the only female artist to achieve this feat. Following her victory in 2012 with ‘Euphoria’, Loreen’s success has now led to Malmö hosting the 2024 contest, setting the stage for another memorable event.

The Grand Final of Eurovision 2023 took place in Liverpool, where 26 countries battled it out for the coveted title. The United Kingdom, represented by Mae Muller with the song ‘I Wrote A Song’, unfortunately landed in 25th place with 24 points, falling short of expectations set by the previous year’s entry.

Hosted by the Manchester Evening News in the UK on behalf of Ukraine, following Kalush Orchestra’s triumph in Turin in 2022, the Eurovision Song Contest drew an estimated audience of over 160 million viewers worldwide. The event was broadcast live across 37 participating countries and also streamed on popular platforms like TikTok and YouTube.

The electrifying atmosphere at the Liverpool Arena witnessed the 26 finalists deliver stellar performances, culminating in an unforgettable Flag Parade featuring past Ukrainian Eurovision acts and all competing artists. As we eagerly await the next Eurovision chapter, Loreen’s legacy and Sweden’s triumph in 2023 will be etched in the annals of music history.