TO a few days from his expected debut toEurovision Song Contest 2025 of Basel, Lucio Corsithe Tuscan singer -songwriter who conquered second place to Sanremo Festival with the song I wanted to be a toughis told with the sincerity that distinguishes it. In an interview a It is not a country for young people On Rai Radio2, Corsi shared his approach to the international event, underlining a clear idea: “Does not live the Eurovision as a competition because music, in my opinion, must not be. It is an experience but contact with people and live music are another thing ».
Eurovision Song Contest according to Lucio Corsi
Lucio Corsi is not new to the Swiss city: «In Basel I have already been there a month ago. Tomorrow I leave and see, I’m curious », He declared, showing great enthusiasm for this new adventure. Back from a tour in the clubs that will also continue in summer with new dates and from the recent participation in Concertone of May 1stthe singer -songwriter looks at the Eurovision as a An opportunity to grow artistically.
For him, events such as Sanremo and the Eurovision are training experiences, but nothing can match the energy of the live: “Live music is something else, that’s what I love because you are in contact with people’s eyes And not of the cameras that do not show the emotions of those who look at you ».
His vision of music as a non -competitive art is rooted: “I love competition in sports, I am very passionate about motorcycling and world championship, there is beautiful, But in music it must not be there In my opinion”. A thought that had already expressed before Sanremo and that confirms with consistency, demonstrating an artistic maturity that goes beyond the limelight.
The protagonists also in Eurovision protagonists
The latest album of courses, I wanted to be a toughrecently obtained the certification of Gold disc. “The song in Sanremo has been understood and it is something that fills me with joy»He explained.
Despite the success, however, the singer remains faithful to himself, even in his iconic look. The straps, now a trademarkthey will also be the protagonists in Basel: «Let’s go there as in Sanremo. I have been using those straps for several years, even at concerts and on this tour. It is the thing with which I go on stage, so even the Eurovision will be in line with what has been done so far “.
Pre-performance rituals
Lucio Corsi in Sanremo 2025 (Photo by Daniele Venturelli/Daniele Venturelli/Getty Images)
Growing notoriety does not seem to scratch its simplicity. Courses does not define himself superstitious, but has pre-performance rituals that help him enter the right mental state: «Before going on stage I only have rites such as stretching and heating that I need to concentrate ».
A dialogue with the great: from Jovanotti to Cremonini
Recently, the artist had the opportunity to attend a concert by Lorenzo Jovanottisharing the parterre with characters like Valentino Rossi And Cesare Cremonini. The experience struck him: «It is a type of show that has various parts inside, It was nice and interesting to see such a big band. I love him and Cesarehave different stories from mine, it is interesting to talk to us to learn ».
For the singer, therefore the comparison with artists with a consolidated career is an opportunity for growth, not only professional but also human: «And then more than anything else I like them as people“, he said.
To Eurovision to bring his vision
With its authentic approach and the refusal to see music as a race, Lucio Corsi is preparing to bring to Basel not only his voice, but also his vision. The Eurovision will be another piece of a path that sees him more and more protagonist of the Italian music scene, without ever losing sight of what really matters: contact with the public and love for live music.
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