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Ira Losco
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Losco performing in 2016
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| Born | 31 July 1981 Sliema, Malta |
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| Years active | 1998–present |
| Associated acts | Robert Galea |
Ira Losco M.Q.R. (born 31 July 1981) is a famous Maltese pop singer. Her big break came in 2002. She represented Malta in the Eurovision Song Contest 2002 with her song "7th Wonder". She finished second in the contest, which was Malta's best result ever at that time.
Fourteen years later, she returned to the contest. She represented Malta again in the Eurovision Song Contest 2016. Her song was "Walk on Water", and she placed twelfth. Ira Losco has released six studio albums. She is known as one of the most successful Maltese musicians of all time. In 2018 and 2019, she was a judge on the TV show X Factor Malta.
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Ira Losco's Music Journey
Ira Losco has performed in more than 15 countries. She has won over 20 music awards. She has sung for large crowds, from 1,000 to 80,000 people. She has also performed with many famous international artists. These include Elton John, Katie Melua, and Maroon 5.
Losco started her music career with a college band called Tiara. The band later split up. This happened a few months after she represented Malta in the Eurovision Song Contest 2002. The contest was held in Tallinn. She earned second place with her song "7th Wonder".
In 2003, Ira Losco sang "Reaching Higher". This was the official song for the Xth Games of the Small States of Europe held in Malta. In 2008, she received a special award called the Midalja għall-Qadi tar-Repubblika. This award is given for service to the Republic.
Ira Losco has also appeared in advertisements in Malta. She worked with brands like Guess and McDonald's. In 2018, she released a double album called "No Sinner No Saint". This album celebrated her 15 years in the music industry.
Eurovision Song Contest Appearances
Ira Losco first represented Malta at the Eurovision Song Contest 2002. Her song was "7th Wonder". She finished as the runner-up. She was only 12 points behind the winner, Marie N. This was Malta's best result ever in the competition at that time. It was later matched in 2005.
In December 2015, Losco submitted two songs for the Malta Eurovision Song Contest 2016. This is the show where Malta chooses its Eurovision entry. Her songs, "Chameleon" and "That's why I love you", both made it to the semifinal. "Chameleon" then qualified for the final. On January 23, she won the national selection. She received over 40% of the public votes.
After winning, Ira Losco said she might change her song for Eurovision. This would happen if a different song could improve Malta's chances of winning. The rules allowed the winning song to be changed. On March 14, 2016, it was announced that she would perform "Walk on Water". The song and its music video were released on March 17, 2016.
Her dress for the contest was designed by Alex Zabotto-Bentley. He has also designed for other famous artists. In the first semi-final on May 10, 2016, "Walk on Water" made it to the Eurovision final. In the final on May 14, 2016, she placed 12th out of 26 countries.
Awards and Recognitions
Ira Losco's Family Life
In May 2016, Ira Losco announced she was expecting a baby with her partner, Sean Gravina. Their son, Harry, was born on August 25, 2016. On December 1, 2019, Ira and Sean got married. In June 2020, Losco shared that they were expecting a baby girl. Their daughter, Gigi, was born on November 14, 2020.
Supporting Important Causes
Ira Losco has openly supported several social causes in Malta. These include LGBT rights and campaigns against bullying among teenagers. In 2014, she was nominated for an award by the Malta Gay Rights Movement. Losco believes in equal rights and acceptance for everyone. Malta is known as one of the best countries in Europe and the world for LGBTQI rights. During the Eurovision Song Contest 2016, Losco even organized an LGBT-friendly party in Stockholm.
Music Albums
