Georgina Abela
Maltese singer, songwriter
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Georgina Abela (born 23 April 1959) is a Maltese singer and actress. She is best known for representing Malta in the Eurovision Song Contest on several occasions, either as an entrant, backing vocalist or songwriter.
Georgina Abela | |
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| Born | 23 April 1959 Qormi, Southern Region, Malta |
Career
Abela began singing at a young age, and competed in children's festivals in her youth.[1] As an adult, she started her singing career in the heavy metal and rock scene, continuing into the 1980s.[1][2] In 1985, she gained exposure after singing in a TV show, and was able to perform in and clubs across Malta and festivals further afield.[1]
In 1991, Abela represented Malta at Eurovision, where she sang the duet "Could it be" with Paul Giordimaina.[3] The duo came 6th in the competition.[4] She returned to the contest the following year, this time as co-songwriter (with Raymond Mahoney) of Malta's song, "Little Child".[5]
In 1996, Abela sang again at Eurovision, this time as a backing vocalist for "In a Woman's Heart".[3]
By 2001, Abela had performed in multiple concerts abroad, including in Australia, Canada, Italy, and South Korea.[1]
In 2004, she was a finalist in the Song for Europe Festival, the competition which determined Malta's representative for the 49th Eurovision Song Contest; she sang "Close To My Heart", written by Roger Tirazona and composed by her husband.[6]
In 2015, Abela was a backing vocalist for Winter Moods' 30th anniversary concert.[7]
Musical theatre
In 2004, Abela was a cast member in 1565 – The Musical, a musical about the Great Siege of Malta.[8] She returned in 2015 for a concert performance of the show.[9]
In 2009, Abela recorded "Il-Warda" for the remake of Maltese rock opera Ġensna.[10]
In 2010, Abela originated the role of Mary of Nazareth in the musical Għeruqna.[11]
Personal life
Eurovision
| Year | Title | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Could it be (performer) | 6th |
| 1992 | Little Child (songwriter) | 3rd |
| 1996 | In a Woman's Heart (backing vocalist) | 10th |
| 2001 | Another Summer Night (lyricist)[15] | 9th |