“The world lacks education, not information,” states Conan Osíris, pseudonym of Portuguese producer, songwriter and singer Tiago Miranda. He represented his country at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2019, although his career in music spans over 10 years. But beyond his rich musical offering, defined by hybridity and symbolism that transcended from his time on stage, is his creative and aesthetic freedom. Staying away from the conventions historically associated with what's masculine, the artist challenges gender barriers by creating bridges and placing value on mental health. “It was tough, but I knew that my mind was my sanctuary,” he comments on his childhood, in which he was a victim of discrimination and harassment. Being sceptical about the future and stressing the importance of intersectionality, he sends a message of togetherness to the world. “Please, know you are loved.”