TL;DR
- Boy George wants to write a UK Eurovision entry.
- He performed with San Marino’s entry but didn’t make the final.
- Critiques the Big Four’s automatic qualification.
- Calls for a return to UK’s musical glory.
- Eurovision 2026 faced boycott calls over Israel’s participation.
In a move that has fans buzzing, Boy George has boldly declared his intention to pen the next British entry for the Eurovision Song Contest. After a less-than-stellar showing in 2026, where the UK entry, Sam Battle (aka Look Mum No Computer), snagged a mere one point, George is ready to shake things up and bring the UK’s musical prowess back to the forefront.
Speaking on The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X, George reflected on his experience as a guest performer alongside San Marino’s entry, Italian singer Senhit, who was eliminated in the first semi-final. “It was really mad,” he said, expressing his disappointment at not making it to the grand final. “I would have liked to have got through to the final to see whether we got any of the nul points, or whatever. Because that’s what you go for,” he exclaimed.
George didn’t hold back when addressing the unfairness of the competition, particularly targeting the so-called Big Four—France, Germany, Italy, and the UK—who automatically qualify for the final due to their hefty financial contributions to the European Broadcasting Union. “I think it’s weird that it’s not an even playing field, you know?” he criticized, highlighting the need for a more equitable competition.
“Well, I’d like to write the British entry. That would be something I would like to do,” he stated, putting his creative ambitions out into the universe. “Because I think, also, I don’t know why we’re so unpopular. Come on, we’ve given the world such great music! We’re known for our great music!”
The UK has had a rocky relationship with Eurovision in recent years, with the 2021 entry finishing dead last with zero points. The 2026 contest was marred by controversy, with calls for boycotts over Israel’s participation due to the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Artists like Paloma Faith and Brian Eno have voiced their opposition, urging for a change in the competition’s dynamics.
As Eurovision continues to evolve, Boy George’s potential involvement could be just what the UK needs to reclaim its place in the spotlight. Will his songwriting magic turn the tide for the UK’s future entries? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure—he’s ready to make some noise.