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“October Rain” – Israel’s original entry for the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest – was rejected for being political. Lyrics such as “They were all good children, each one of them” were considered references to the victims of Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel. The approved entry “Hurricane” retains some of the original lyrics. Performer Eden Golan skipped Eurovision’s opening to attend a Holocaust remembrance event organized by Malmö’s Jewish community.

For background, please see:

• Israel changes Eurovision lyrics amid political controversy
• Eden Golan attends Holocaust event instead of Eurovision opening
• Lyrics to “October Rain”
• Lyrics to “Hurricane”
• Official “Hurricane” video

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