Portugal has chosen its representatives for Eurovision 2025! The band NAPA will carry the country’s hopes in Basel, Switzerland, as they aim for a place in the Grand Final. Their song, “Deslocado”, won Festival da Canção 2025, earning them the ticket to Eurovision. They will compete in the first semi-final on May 13, 2025.
Festival da Canção 2025: Results and Voting Breakdown
The winner was determined by a 50/50 voting system, with regional juries and a public televote. The public had their say starting from Monday, while a panel of juries from seven Portuguese regions awarded points based on performances.
| Artist | Song | Total Points | Televote Points (50%) | Televote Percentage | Jury Points (50%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NAPA | “Deslocado” | 17 | 10 | 21.14% | 7 |
| Diana Vilarinho | “Cotovia” | 17 | 5 | 5.91% | 12 |
| Fernando Daniel | “Medo” | 16 | 8 | 15.57% | 8 |
| Henka | “I Wanna Destroy U” | 12 | 12 | 29.83% | – |
| Josh | “Tristeza” | 12 | 7 | 8.74% | 5 |
| Jéssica Pina | “Calafrio” | 12 | 2 | 2.19% | 10 |
| Bombazine | “Apago Tudo” | 8 | 6 | 5.98% | 2 |
| Marco Rodrigues | “A Minha Casa” | 7 | 4 | 3.24% | 3 |
| Margarida Campelo | “Eu Sei Que o Amor” | 6 | 1 | 1% | 6 |
| Peculiar | “Adamastor” | 4 | 3 | 2.78% | 1 |
| Emmy Curl | “Rapsódia da Paz” | 4 | 1 | 1.80% | 4 |
| Bluay | “Ninguém” | 1 | 1 | 1.82% | – |
Who Are NAPA? Meet Portugal’s Eurovision 2025 Representatives
NAPA is the new name of the band formerly known as Men On The Couch, but their passion for music remains the same. The group consists of Francisco Sousa (guitar), João Guilherme Gomes (vocals & guitar), João Rodrigues (drums), Diogo Góis (bass), and João Lourenço Gomes (piano).
The band was formed in Madeira, where five friends bonded through music in a basement. Their sound is influenced by Arctic Monkeys, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Beatles, Caetano Veloso, and Tom Jobim. Starting their journey on YouTube, they quickly gained a loyal audience. Over time, they transitioned from English to their native Portuguese and moved from a basement studio to professional recordings.
Musical Journey & Achievements of Napa
- 2019: Released debut album Senso Comum, featuring melancholic yet catchy melodies.
- 2023: Launched their second album, Logo Se Vê, exploring more complex and innovative structures.
- 2024: Embarked on their first national tour, selling out major venues across Portugal.
- Current Production: Collaborating with GOIAS, known for producing Slow J’s “Afro Fado”.
Portugal at Eurovision: Consistently High Musical Quality
Portugal continues to make an impact at Eurovision, prioritizing musical authenticity. Their biggest triumph came in 2017when Salvador Sobral won with “Amar Pelos Dois”, achieving a record 758 points. While results have varied since then, Portugal has maintained a strong presence in the final.
Recent Highlights of Portugal at the Eurovision Song Contest:
- 2022: MARO (“Saudade, Saudade”) reached the Top 10.
- 2024: Iolanda (“Grito”) secured another Top 10 placement despite a low televote score.
- 2025: Can NAPA continue this success in Basel?
Stay tuned as Portugal prepares for Eurovision 2025!