The road to Tbilisi, Georgia, just got a whole lot more exciting! Today, Cyprus officially premiered its entry for the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2025 (JESC 2025)! The song, titled “Away,” will be performed by the incredibly talented duo, Rafaella Panteli and Christos Georgiou.
CyBC has chosen a powerful, uplifting anthem to carry the Cypriot flag at the 23rd edition of the contest, which will take place on Saturday, December 13th, 2025. This highly anticipated release marks a crucial step in Cyprus’s JESC campaign!
The young performers behind “Away” bring a wealth of talent and passion to the stage, selected from a competitive field of applicants:
- Rafaella Panteli (14): Rafaella is a seasoned performer despite her age, boasting a decade of experience in dance, singing, and musical theatre. She has played leading roles in stage productions like Annie and Hairspray, and her vocal maturity and stage confidence are instantly noticeable.
- Christos Georgiou (12): A deep love for music drives Christos, who is not only a skilled singer but also plays the drums at Grade 6 level. As a passionate Eurovision fan, his dream of representing Cyprus has come true, and his natural energy and rhythm promise a captivating performance.
The song “Away” is a beautifully constructed piece of modern pop music that instantly captures the emotional energy of its young performers. It begins with a soft and engaging vocal arrangement, allowing the warm, complementary blend of Rafaella’s and Christos’s voices to shine. This gentle opening soon gives way to an uplifting, rhythmic anthem driven by bright synths and a compelling beat.
Lyrically, the song is an inspirational call to action. It explores universal themes of dreams, freedom, and the crucial journey of self-discovery, encouraging listeners to break free from fear and chase their highest aspirations. With a high-quality, international songwriting team behind the music, “Away” has been meticulously produced to stand out on the Junior Eurovision stage, promising a memorable and professionally executed performance.
A Day of Double Celebration
Today’s song premiere is part of a monumental day for Cypriot broadcasting. In a powerful statement of commitment to both contests, CyBC not only released “Away” for Junior Eurovision 2025 but also confirmed the artist for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026!
The senior artist, the talented singer-songwriter ANTIGONI, was announced to be heading to Vienna, making Cyprus the first country to confirm its representative for 2026. This dual announcement highlights the incredible momentum and investment Cyprus is making in its future musical success across Europe.
For all the latest updates on Junior Eurovision 2025, be sure to visit the official JESC homepage here.
