EBU Orders Malta's Miriana Conte to Change Eurovision 2025 Song 'Kant'

Miriana Conte, Malta's representative for Eurovision 2025, faces a last-minute setback as the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has requested the removal of the word 'Kant' from her entry. Despite initially being approved, the EBU's decision stems from concerns raised by the BBC regarding the phonetic similarity of 'Kant' to an offensive term in English, although it means 'singing' in Maltese. Conte expressed her disappointment on Instagram, emphasizing her commitment to continuing with the competition despite the challenges. The Maltese national broadcaster, TVM, has just days to submit a revised entry before the March 10 deadline. This incident is not unique, as the EBU has previously requested lyric changes from other countries but raises questions about cultural interpretations in a global contest. Malta's history in Eurovision is noted, having participated since 1971 without securing a win, making this situation particularly poignant for fans and the broadcaster alike.