Tayanna is one of the most beautiful and talented artists in Ukraine, her songs are always connected with powerful music, lyrics and unique performances. Tayanna this year hope to represent her country at the 63rd edition of the Eurovision Song Contest in Lisbon with the song “Леля” (Lelya). We are very proud and privileged to host Tayanna in 12points.gr. We like to thank her from the bottom of our hearts and have the chance to enjoy her marvellous and powerful song in the stage of Eurovision. GOOD LUCK Tayanna, you deserve it!
Tayanna, this year you have a very strong song with powerful vocals, what “Леля” means to you? Can you tell us a few words about the song and the people behind it?
The song Lelya is my personal story. Like all my previous songs. However, it radically differs from all my previous ones. It is positive, energetic, without regrets and sorrow. And it, unlike any other composition, describes how I have changed within the last year! I hope that Lelya will charge with the drive not only Ukrainians, but the people from different corners of the world! I am the author and composer of the song and the sound producer is Vitaliy Telesin who worked with me on the album Trimay.
You will perform on 17th February during the second semi-final of the National selection under the #4. What to expect from your performance?
Drive! Promise, it will be very interesting!
Your song is in your native language, in case of winning the National selection you will perform it in the same language in Lisbon or you will try it in English that everyone can understand?
Lyrics for Lelya “was born” in the Ukrainian language which conveys the color of the song. Unfortunately, after translation authenticity is often lost. There is a possibility that for the first time at Eurovision the song will be in the Ukrainian language. Because it is so melodic! I am sure that everyone will understand what is the song about even without the translation. As the music is a universal language of emotions!
You have always been a Eurovision admirer?
I always tried to follow the events of Eurovision. After all, this is one of the largest and most prestigious competitions! It gathers around not just talented artists from different countries, but also talented producers, art directors. Eurovision is a festival of music. And I'm interested in everything that is connected with music, which helps to learn something new for myself.
As a person, what is the importance of music in your life?
I would say that music is my life. I have been dreaming about a big stage since childhood. This is an indescribable feeling when you go out in front of the public, give your energy and get a charge several times stronger in return! Writing songs helps me keep the balance of energy. Through the lines, I share my experience and, in general, my life. I cannot imagine myself outside of music.
Who was your greatest influences in music from your childhood?
My favorite singer is Beyonce. I always followed the development of her career. It seems to me that she is the strongest performer, at the same time very sexy, with a powerful energy! Since my childhood, I was impressed by the lyrical and dramatic soprano of Celine Dion. Her songs are still in the playlist of my player. As well as the compositions of Whitney Houston.
What are your favourite Ukrainian entries and what your favourite songs from Eurovision?
I really liked the performance of Jamala and her song 1944. She is a very talented singer, masterfully using the voice. Speaking about the performances of Eurovision representatives from other countries, I liked "Ne partez pas sans moi" by Celine Dion, "Waterloo" by ABBA, "Molitva" by Maria Sherifovich and "Euphoria" by Loreen.<br /
