Alexander Rybak - Norway (2009)

In Moscow, Rybak’s Fairytale charmed Europe, winning with a then record-breaking 387 points and becoming one of Eurovision’s most iconic entries.

With his violin front and centre, Rybak delivered an infectiously energetic performance, leaping, spinning, and playing live while leading a troupe of dancers in tightly choreographed, folk-inspired routines.

The staging leaned into a storybook aesthetic, complete with playful storytelling and infectious rhythm, giving it an otherworldly charm.