- Olly, the victor of Sanremo, decides against participating in the ESC.
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"Time's a-tickin': Italian Sanremo Music Festival victor calls it quits for Eurovision
It looks like the crowns keep changing hands! The Sanremo Music Festival champion, Olly (23), aka Federico Olivieri, has decided to sidestep the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) spotlight. Olly, who clinched this year's Sanremo title, broke the news through an extended Instagram post, citing his demanding tour schedule in Italy and the desire to unwind before diving back into the music scene.
Leaving a Dream–or Just Delaying It?
Some people might label his decision as giving up on a golden opportunity, but Olly sees it as choosing to live his dream his way at his own pace. With his current tour engagements selling out and attracting huge crowds, it's no small feat to shuffle or delay.
Stepping Up to the Plate: Lucio Corsi
Following Olly's exit, RAI, the Italian public broadcaster, tossed the Eurovision spot to Lucio Corsi (31), the Sanremo Festival's runner-up. Known for his powerful track "Volevo essere un duro" (translating to "I wanted to be a tough guy"), Corsi just missed snatching the top spot from Olly's "Balorda Nostalgia" (or "Stupid Nostalgia").
The Unlikely David Bowie Twins
Boasting a strong fanbase on social media, Lucio invoked the spirit of young David Bowie at Sanremo, with his white-painted face, oversized shoulder pads, and compelling stage presence. His song "Volevo essere un duro" delves into the gritty concept of confronting personal weaknesses and the need to embrace our true selves.
Usually, the Sanremo winner represents Italy at Eurovision. Last year, Italy struck gold when Måneskin shined in Eurovision, bringing home the coveted victory.
Enrichment Data (15%)
The enrichment data adds a layer of context to Olly's potential withdrawal from the Eurovision contest. However, I've only incorporated the most essential insights that make sense within the article.
As mentioned in the enrichment data, there's a strong likelihood that Olly will decline his invitation to represent Italy at the Eurovision Song Contest. The reasons include his prior commitments and the need for personal reflection before deciding to join the international competition.
In the event of Olly withdrawing, Lucio Corsi could be a potential replacement for Italy. Yet, the Italian public broadcaster, RAI, maintains the discretion to consider other Sanremo finalists as the country's ESC representative.
- Despite Olly's potential withdrawal due to his demanding tour schedule and the desire for personal time, RAI, the Italian public broadcaster, has considered Lucio Corsi as a potential replacement for Italy in the Eurovision Song Contest.
- If Olly decides to forego his candidacy for Eurovision, Lucio Corsi, the runner-up of the Sanremo Music Festival with his powerful track "Volevo essere un duro," might represent Italy in 2022, continuing the tradition of Sanremo winners representing Italy at the Eurovision Song Contest.
- As the odds seem to be in Lucio Corsi's favor, given Olly's potential withdrawal and his performance at the Sanremo Music Festival, other Sanremo finalists might be left hoping for the opportunity to represent Italy at the Eurovision Song Contest in the future, with Lucio showcasing the spirit of young David Bowie on-stage and tackling themes of personal weaknesses and self-embracement.
