Akylas: Messages Behind the 'Ferto' Music Video for Eurovision

Akylas' music video for the song 'Ferto,' which will represent Greece at Eurovision, is full of symbolism and references to Greek identity, his personal journey, and contemporary society.

The video opens with images reminiscent of Greece, such as a church in an island landscape. Red hearts turn into the colors of the LGBTQI+ community, as Akylas is a queer singer. There is also a scene with a 'vasilopita' (New Year's cake), symbolizing good luck.

Ancient columns appear in the video, a reference to Greece's historical heritage. Akylas is seen hugging a dog like a king, but in the end, the king dies, which can be interpreted as a transition or the decay of power.

In Monastiraki, a street musician gathers a multicultural audience, including a same-sex couple. This scene refers to diversity and coexistence, but also to Akylas' personal experience as a street musician.

In a scene reminiscent of a video game, the OAKA stadium is transformed into a digital environment with the words 'game over.' To continue the game, 'start' is required, perhaps as a call to vote so that the competition can be held in Greece.

There are also personal images, such as a child's teddy bear, as fans call Akylas 'teddy bear.' In one scene, Akylas sings to his mother in the dark.

In the video, Akylas wears clothes that remain the same in both anime and real form, suggesting the continuity between the fictional and real worlds. Despite the 'Game Overs,' he continues to play, symbolizing the failures he has experienced but have not stopped him.