Ermal Meta

Ermal Meta, born on April twentieth, nineteen eighty-one, is an accomplished singer-songwriter and composer hailing from Albania but raised in Italy. He first gained recognition as a lead vocalist for the bands Ameba 4 and La Fame di Camilla, showcasing his unique musical talents.

Transitioning into songwriting, Meta crafted hits for various Italian artists before embarking on a successful solo career. His debut album, Umano, released in two thousand sixteen, laid the groundwork for his artistic identity, followed by the critically acclaimed Vietato morire in two thousand seventeen. The latter not only topped the charts in Italy but also featured the title track, which secured third place at the prestigious Sanremo Music Festival in two thousand seventeen, earning him the esteemed 'Mia Martini' Critics' Prize.

In two thousand eighteen, Meta achieved a significant milestone by winning the Sanremo Music Festival alongside Fabrizio Moro with their powerful duet, 'Non mi avete fatto niente.' This victory propelled him to represent Italy at the Eurovision Song Contest in the same year, further solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the Italian music scene.