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Mia Nicolai & Dion Cooper

The potential of this Dutch duo was spotted by 'Arcade' singer and Eurovision 2019 winner Duncan Laurence and his partner, songwriter Jordan Garfield, who brought the pair together.

The foursome wrote a song that impressed the Dutch selection committee and they were chosen, unanimously, to represent the Netherlands at the 2023 Contest.

Mia had a creative upbringing packed with violin lessons and ballet, which paved the way for her pop hit Mutual Needs. Dion’s early life was musical too, leading to successful hits with impressive streaming figures, and in 2021 he supported Duncan Laurence on tour.

Mia won’t feel out of place in the UK, having spent two years living in London. She’d also quite like to marry Harry Styles. Dion, meanwhile, claims that he meditates in front of an infrared panel every morning - naked.

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Live performance

Lyrics of Burning Daylight

I don't find any joy anymore
From the same old cycle
Don’t know what made me happy before
From all to zero
Where did I go

Between falling and running I’ve been trying to get on my feet in time
I’ve never been good at crying always wanted to be the tough type

I’m sorry I’m
Just human I’m
Losing myself
While chasing highs
Losing myself
While chasing highs
And burning daylight

I don't believe in God anymore
Cos where did she go
I don't know what I’ve been looking for
I guess a hero

Between falling and running I’ve been trying to get on my feet in time
I’ve never been good at crying always wanted to be the tough type

I’m sorry I’m
Just human I’m
Losing myself
While chasing highs
And burning daylight
I’m scared that I’m
Falling behind
I'm losing myself
While chasing highs
I’m losing myself
While chasing highs
And burning daylight

Goodbye old life
Goodbye old life
Goodbye old life
Goodbye old life
Goodbye old life
Goodbye old life