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Bambie Thug

©EBU/Sarah Louise Bennett

About

Quick Facts

Name
Bambie Ray Robinson

Born
6 March 1994

Nationality
🇮🇪 Ireland

National Selection
Eurosong 2024

In Eurovision
2024 Malmö

Song
Doomsday Blue (2024)

Biography

Bambie Ray Robinson, born in 1994 and popularly known as Bambie Thug, is an Irish singer.

Robinson unveiled their debut EP, Cathexis, on 11 August 2023, with its official release on 12 October. The EP was introduced alongside two singles, “Careless” and “Last Summer (I Know What You Did).” In a discussion with DIY Magazine, Robinson shared that the EP draws inspiration from their passion for musical theatre, embodying various personas and characters. They elaborated that these characters serve as a form of protection, especially during challenging mental health periods, yet all represent different aspects of their identity.

Robinson was confirmed on 11 January 2024 to compete in Eurosong 2024 with their entry “Doomsday Blue” on 26 January. Robinson secured their spot by garnering the highest votes from both the national jury and the public televote and thus represented Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest. Bambie Thug managed to become 6th in the Grand Final.

Robinson describes their music as “ouija-pop,” a unique blend that they further define as “hyperpunk avant electro-pop,” alternatively referred to as “grit pop” or “rot.” They aim to be positive role models through their music, criticizing the glamorization of drug addiction within the industry. In an interview with the Gay Times, they emphasized the importance of promoting healthy behavior to be exemplary figures for younger audiences who look up to them.

Robinson lives in East London and was born into a family with a Swedish father and three sisters. They identify as non-binary and have openly discussed their experiences within the LGBTQ+ community, especially regarding the significance of having relatable figures in the music scene. 

Robinson has openly acknowledged their past struggles with drug addiction.

Entries

Doomsday Blue

Country
🇮🇪 Ireland

Year
2024

Language
English

Lyrics
Bambie Ray Robinson
Olivia Cassy Brooking
Sam Matlock
Tyler Ryder

Music
Bambie Ray Robinson
Olivia Cassy Brooking
Sam Matlock
Tyler Ryder

Dancers
Matt Williams

Results Semi

Points: 124
Position: 3
Running order: 4

Results Finals

Points: 278
Position: 6
Running order: 10