Nemo, Switzerland’s Eurovision sensation, has taken the music world by storm with their hit song “The Code.” Following an electrifying winning performance at Eurovision 2024, “The Code” has rapidly climbed the charts.
“The Code,” a unique blend of rap, drum ‘n’ bass, and opera, captivated audiences and juries alike, earning widespread acclaim for its innovative sound and powerful delivery. Nemo’s dynamic stage presence and impressive vocal range left an indelible mark on the Eurovision stage, leading to a surge in popularity for the track.
Nemo’s success has unsurprisingly been watched fondly back in Switzerland. Broadcaster SRF reported a huge 614,000 average viewing figure for Saturday night’s Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final, peaking at 800,000 at one point in the night. This represents a 29.5% increase from the previous year, with high numbers of Swiss people tuning in to see the country achieve its first Eurovision win this century.
Viewers in Switzerland for the Second Semi-Final, from which “The Code” qualified, peaked at 472,000 – the highest audience that SRF has ever reported for a Eurovision Semi-Final.
The song’s popularity on Spotify in the days following its Eurovision win has seen streams triple from what they were before the Grand Final, now reaching an impressive 28,794,240 streams. In the week ending Friday, May 17, Spotify tracked 16,626,628 streams of “The Code,” placing it in the Top 50 most listened to songs globally that week at number 44.
This success on Spotify has significantly impacted official singles charts across Europe, combining streams from other music platforms, sales, and downloads. At home in Switzerland, Nemo has achieved a much sought-after number 1 single with “The Code.” The song has also made the Top 10 in the official singles charts of Lithuania (3), Finland (5), Sweden (5), and Iceland (9).
Elsewhere in Europe, “The Code” has achieved impressive peaks in the official singles charts of the Netherlands (13), Norway (13), Germany (14), Belgium (15), Ireland (17), and the United Kingdom (18). In the UK, “The Code” becomes just the 8th Eurovision winner of the 21st century to hit the Top 20 of the British singles chart.
Nemo expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support and success of “The Code.” “I’m incredibly thankful for the love and support from fans all over Europe. ‘The Code’ is a special song for me, and seeing it connect with so many people is truly humbling,” Nemo shared.
The chart success of “The Code” underscores the impact of Eurovision as a platform for showcasing diverse musical talents and launching careers on a global scale. Nemo’s achievement is a testament to the power of innovative music and compelling performances in capturing the hearts of audiences worldwide.
As “The Code” continues to climb the charts, fans eagerly await what Nemo will do next. With their unique sound and undeniable talent, Nemo is poised for a bright future in the music industry.
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