Claude

The charismatic singer-songwriter Claude will represent The Netherlands at Eurovision 2025. Claude, originally from Congo, moved to the Netherlands at a young age and conquered the music scene with his unique voice and talent. His breakthrough came in 2022 with the irresistible debut single "Ladada (Mon Dernier Mot)", which garnered 57 million streams, achieved diamond status, and reached #1 on both the Top 40 and Spotify's Top 50 charts. The track is one of the most successful Dutch songs of all time and was the #4 most-streamed track on Spotify in 2023. "Ladada" also earned Claude nominations for a Top 40 Award and an Edison. He won the 3FM Award for Best Newcomer, was named 3FM Talent, and was crowned Best Artist of the Year by Qmusic. Additionally, his participation in the popular TV show Beste Zangers won the hearts of the Dutch audience.

This year, Claude released his successful debut album "Parler Français," for which he co-wrote all the songs. The album features hits like "Ladada", "Layla", "Vas-Y (Ga Maar)", "Écoutez-Moi", "Parler Français" and "Je T'aime." In a short time, "Parler Français" amassed over 137 million streams and won multiple awards, including a multi-award.

His live performances have been equally impressive. Together with his band, Claude sold out two club tours in the Netherlands and Belgium and performed at major festivals. He also played to sold-out arenas during De Vrienden van Amstel Live and The Streamers. In 2024, Claude took on the prestigious role of Ambassador of Freedom, a deeply meaningful honor given his personal history.

Claude continues to make waves internationally. The English-French version of "Ladada" charted in over fifteen countries, including Italy, where it reached the top 10. With the international release of "Layla," Claude solidified his reputation as an artist with global appeal.

After a summer packed with festivals, Claude is eagerly looking forward to 2025, where he will perform at the legendary Dutch Pinkpop Festival. Although his journey has only just begun, Claude's boundless energy, sold-out shows, and millions of streams prove that he is a lasting force in the music industry.