Revised Eurovision entry will 'represent Israel with pride' Eden Golan says
The ballad, called "Hurricane," appears to have more personal lyrics, including the lines: "Every day I'm losing my mind" and "I'm still broken from this hurricane."
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Revealed: Final text of Israel's entry to Eurovision Song Contest
Much of the song is identical to its original version except for changes that allude to the war and the mood of the country. As expected, the phrase "October Rain," which recurred several times, was completely omitted from the text.
Hours after Israel changes Eurovision song, new revisions introduced to avoid politics
Earlier on Sunday, Israel Hayom reported that the song written by Avi Ohayon, Keren Peles, and Stav Beger was renamed "Hurricane" instead of "October Rain" and that parts of it were altered so that that it tells the imaginary story of a woman rather than refer to the atrocities of Hamas on October 7.
Revealed: Name of new Israel entry for Eurovision Song Contest
The decision to announce a new song comes after the European Broadcasting Union, which organizes the prestigious song contest disqualified two songs presented by Israel about the Oct. 7 massacre that were deemed too political.
Israeli singer Tali Golergant to represent Luxembourg at Eurovision
The performance will mark Luxembourg's return to the song contest after a 31-year break.
Pop star Mika headlines Casablanca Jazz Festival
The singer and songwriter professes a love for traditional North African music and Berber culture.
She was phenomenal: Noa Kirel takes 3rd place in Eurovision
"It exceeds the expectations, I am the happiest in the world," Kirel says after gaining 362 points. Returning champion Loreen from Sweden wins song contest again with her hit "Tattoo"
After stellar Eurovision performance, Noa Kirel gets upper hand on YouTube
"Unicorn" is viewed over a million times, surpassing heavy favorite and returning champion Loreen from Sweden, who won the song contest in 2012.
Backstreet Boys make special request ahead of concert in Israel
The legendary band prioritizes healthy eating even while on the road.
Israeli teenage singer wins Golden Buzzer in 'Canada's Got Talent'
Maya Gamzu, originally from Israel, but living in Toronto, seals her spot in the show's semifinal round after her big vocals on Christina Aguilera’s “Something’s Got A Hold On Me” has the judges turning their heads.