Helge and Hakon Win Sámi Grand Prix.
Ánte Niillas Bongo and ELLINOR won the Sámi Grand Prix. The competition is important for the Sámi people. They received a prize for their music.
The Sámi Grand Prix judges looked for a strong connection to Sami culture. Helge and Hakon were initially not allowed to compete. They wrote a song inspired by this challenge. Now, they sing with Norwegian lyrics. They are creating their own style of music.
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Ante Niillas Bongo and ELLINOR won
Ante Niillas Bongo and ELLINOR won the Sámi Grand Prix.
Helge and Hakon were initially rejected
Helge and Hakon were not considered ‘Sami enough’ for the competition.
Competition assesses cultural connection
The Sámi Grand Prix checks participants’ link to Sami culture.
Song inspiration from rejection
Helge and Hakon’s song was inspired by their initial exclusion.
They now use Norwegian lyrics
Helge and Hakon are now singing with Norwegian lyrics.