Who Are Abor & Tynna? Meet Germany’s Eurovision 2025 Representatives

Germany is ready to make a statement at Eurovision 2025 with Abor & Tynna and their song “Baller”, which secured the ticket to Basel after winning Chefsache ESC 2025 with overwhelming public support.

As the countdown continues to the 69th Eurovision Song Contest—set to take place on May 13, 15, and 17, 2025 at the St. Jakobshalle Arena in Basel, Switzerland—fans across Europe are getting to know the artists who will light up the stage. For Germany, it’s all eyes on Abor & Tynna, the dynamic duo poised to bring a modern twist to the contest.

Germany’s Big 5 Stars: Abor & Tynna

With “Baller,” Abor & Tynna will compete directly in the Grand Final on May 17 as part of the Big 5, securing their spot without the need to qualify through the semi-finals. They’re the first mixed-gender duo to represent Germany since Stone & Stone in 1995.

But who exactly are Abor & Tynna? How did they rise to fame? And what can Eurovision fans expect from their performance?

Let’s take a closer look at Germany’s new hopefuls for Eurovision 2025.

Abor & Tynna: The Story Behind the Duo

Behind the name Abor & Tynna are Austrian siblings Attila Bornemisza (born August 27, 1998) and Tünde Bornemisza (born December 22, 2000) from Vienna, Austria.

They grew up in an artistic family—their father, Csaba Bornemisza, is a cellist with the Vienna State Opera Orchestra since 1990 and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra since 1993, performing in the world-famous New Year’s Concerts every January 1st.

Their upbringing blended Transylvanian Romanian and Hungarian traditions, with a strict household that shaped their introspective, somewhat solitary personalities. Music was everywhere: their earliest memories include long car rides listening to Michael Jackson, Wham!, and Falco on their dad’s cassette tapes.

Today, Tünde is the lead vocalist, while Attila accompanies her on cello, fusing classical roots with modern pop, hip-hop, and electronic sounds under the label Jive Records. Their debut album, “Bittersüß”, launched them into the German-speaking music scene.

A Fusion of Classical and Modern Influences

Both siblings trained in classical music from a young age. Attila on cello, Tünde on flute (winning Austria’s “Prima la Musica” competition twice). But as teenagers, they gravitated towards new wave, rap, pop, and electronic music, blending diverse genres into their unique sound.

Their lyrics reflect contrasts: fun and tears, empowerment and vulnerability, packaged with Gen Z humor and a satirical edge.

Despite being Austrian, they entered Germany’s national selection thanks to their label’s German base and the lack of an Austrian national final. “It was our dream to reach Eurovision, and Germany gave us the platform,” they shared.

From Bedroom Beats to Eurovision Stage

Attila’s early experiments with GarageBand and Logic Pro sparked their music journey, eventually leading to Tünde recording vocals over his beats. Their mom uploaded their first track to social media—and soon, a producer reached out.

They debuted as Abor & Tynna in 2020 with “Anti Ally”, followed by viral hits like “Winx Club” (over 2 million streams) and singles like “Plattenpräsident” and “Coco Taxi.”

In 2024, their witty, satirical single “Küsschen” gained attention for its playful critique of Austrian high society, blending rap, pop, and Mozart references.

Their debut album “Bittersüß”, released in early 2025, explores 80s vibes, techno, new wave, and discopop, balancing dance anthems with introspective ballads. Standout tracks include “Psst,” “Parallele Linien,” “Winnetou,” and “Babylon.”

A German tour kicks off in September 2025, with dates in Frankfurt, Berlin, Hamburg, Cologne, and Vienna.

Winning Chefsache ESC 2025

Germany’s revamped national selection, Chefsache ESC 2025, brought together 24 acts across live shows hosted by Barbara Schöneberger. A jury panel led by Stefan Raab, alongside Yvonne Catterfeld, Elton, and guest stars like Conchita Wurst, narrowed the field.

In the superfinal, Abor & Tynna triumphed with 34.91% of the televote, beating LYZA (“Lovers On Mars”) and Moss Kena (“Nothing Can Stop Love”). Their strong online voting performance secured their Eurovision ticket.

“Baller”: Germany’s Eurovision 2025 Song

Germany’s Eurovision 2025 entry is titled “Baller”—a wordplay between “baller” (to shoot) and colloquial German slang.

Written by Abor & Tynna with producer Alexander Hauer, “Baller” is a modern pop anthem sung entirely in German, marking Germany’s first all-German entry since 2007.

The song channels retro pop, electronic, and hip-hop influences, aiming for an empowering, upbeat vibe despite its breakup theme. “It’s a dance song, but also a breakup song I wrote after my own split last autumn,” Tünde explained.

With its bold hook—“what doesn’t kill me makes me look better”—“Baller” celebrates strength, healing, and moving forward.

“Baller” Lyrics: Find the Official Lyrics in German and English Translation

Looking for the lyrics to “Baller” by Abor & Tynna? Whether you want to sing along in German or understand the meaning in English, here’s where you’ll find them side by side.

“Baller” mixes catchy hooks with powerful lyrics about resilience after heartbreak. Below you can read the original German lyrics alongside the English translation for Eurovision fans everywhere.

Germany at Eurovision: A Legacy of Hits and Misses

Germany has competed at Eurovision since the inaugural contest in 1956, earning two victories: Nicole’s “Ein Bißchen Frieden” (1982) and Lena’s “Satellite” (2010). With 68 appearances and only one missed final (1996), Germany remains one of the contest’s pillars.

In recent years, Germany has struggled, finishing last nine times. But in 2024, Isaak’s “Always On The Run” secured a respectable 12th place, giving fans hope for a comeback.

With Abor & Tynna’s “Baller,” Germany aims to return to the Eurovision Top 10 in Basel 2025.