Klemen Slakonja, the famous Slovenian TV host, actor, and singer, will wave the Slovenian flag at the 69th Eurovision Song Contest in Basel. After winning EMA 2025, Slovenia’s national selection, he earned the honor of representing his country with the powerful song “How Much Time Do We Have Left.”
Klemen follows in the footsteps of Raiven, who placed 23rd at Eurovision 2024 in Malmö with “Veronika.” He will perform in the first semifinal on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, aiming for a spot in the grand final.
Meet Klemen Slakonja
Born on June 3, 1985, in Brežice, Slovenia, Klemen Slakonja is a multi-talented actor, comedian, singer, and impersonator. Known for his versatility on both TV and stage, he started his career in radio before rising to fame on Slovenian television thanks to his incredible skill for transforming into different characters. His unique blend of humor and vocal talent has made him a beloved figure in Slovenian entertainment.
Klemen’s Eurovision journey began in 2011 when he hosted Evrovizijska Melodija (EMA), Slovenia’s national selection show. That night, he performed a medley of Slovenia’s past Eurovision entries and even served as the country’s spokesperson during the Eurovision final. In 2012, he hosted Misija Evrovizija, where he stunned viewers with spot-on impersonations of Bono, Lady Gaga, and Justin Bieber.
Beyond Eurovision, Klemen achieved international viral fame with his parody videos on YouTube. In 2016, his satirical song “Putin, Putout” about Russian president Vladimir Putin became a viral sensation. He continued with sharp political humor, parodying Donald Trump in “Golden Dump (The Trump Hump)” and Angela Merkel in “Ruf mich Angela.”These performances solidified his reputation as a bold and versatile performer with global appeal.
In 2021, Klemen hosted “Kdo si ti? Zvezde pod masko”, the Slovenian version of “Masked Singer”. His charisma and interactive hosting style won over audiences, adding another success to his already diverse career.
Despite focusing mainly on comedy and musical satire, Klemen never lost his connection to Eurovision. In 2024, he surprised fans by announcing his participation in EMA 2025 with “How Much Time Do We Have Left,” a heartfelt entry that captivated Slovenian audiences.
About “How Much Time Do We Have Left” – Slovenia’s Eurovision 2025 Song
“How Much Time Do We Have Left” was written by Klemen Slakonja, Maja Slatinšek (who previously sang backing vocals for Slovenia at Eurovision 2006), and Ryan Small, who also produced the track.
The song draws inspiration from Klemen’s personal life: it reflects on his wife, actress Mojca Fatur’s battle with myelodysplastic syndrome, a rare form of cancer from which she recovered. Through poignant lyrics, Klemen contemplates the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every moment with loved ones.
“How Much Time Do We Have Left” Lyrics
Looking for the lyrics to Slovenia’s Eurovision 2025 song “How Much Time Do We Have Left”? Here’s your guide to both the original and the English translation. Through these powerful words, Klemen Slakonja invites listeners to reflect on love, time, and loss.
Our baby boy was crawling in the living room
You read a diagnosis
It said that you’d be dying soon
It was a sunny day
Through the window, there were people going on their ways
Our little child had the biggest smile
While we couldn’t do nothing but cry
How much time do we have left together
We never know
All I know is I don’t want to be here
Without your love
How much time do we have left together
We never know
We never know
Wish we could take it slow
A man in white, with a room full of diplomas, trying to get it right
Could put you under hypnosis
By saying to give up the fight
But you were always determined to try
How much time do we have left together
We never know
All I know is I don’t want to be here
Without your love
How much time do we have left together
We never know
We never know
But we keep standing strong
I admire your power
I admire your will
You made me question the world
Made me question what’s real
I admire your power
I admire your will
Your ability to heal
Oh, I admire your power
I admire your will
The way you never gave up
Until you grew wings
And you learned how to fly
Made a loop in the sky
You landed right into my arms
How much time do we have left together
We never know
All I know is I don’t want to be here
Without your love
How much time do we have left together
We never know
We never know
Wish we could take it slow
Slovenia at Eurovision: A Quick History
Slovenia debuted at Eurovision 1993 with 1XBand’s “Tih Deževen Dan.” The country earned its place after winning Kvalifikacija Za Millstreet, a special qualification round for new countries.
Since then, Slovenia has participated 30 times, achieving its best results in 1995 and 2001, both with a 7th place finishthanks to Darja Švajger’s “Prisluhni Mi” and Nuša Derenda’s “Energy.”
Slovenia has struggled under the semifinal system, qualifying for the final only eight times. In 2022, LPS failed to qualify with “Disko,” placing 17th in the semifinal. In 2023, Joker Out internally represented Slovenia with “Carpe Diem,” finishing 21st in the final. In 2024, Raiven’s “Veronika” placed 23rd in the final after qualifying internally.