The charismatic and acclaimed Polish singer Justyna Steczkowska was born in Rzeszów, south-eastern Poland, in 1972. She first gained international recognition when she opened the Eurovision Song Contest in Dublin in 1995. Though her bold and avant-garde entry, “Sama,” placed 15th, it left a lasting impression on audiences.

Over the past 30 years, Justyna has built an extraordinary career. She began as a violinist in her family band and sang in rock and jazz groups before launching a successful solo career. With 19 studio albums, over 200 recorded songs, and more than 3,000 live performances, she remains one of Poland’s most accomplished artists. As a judge on The Voice of Poland, she earned the nickname “Mrs. Professor” for her expertise and mentorship.

A true artistic force, Justyna is not only a vocalist and violinist but also a composer, songwriter, actress, and photographer. Her performances are known for their captivating music, elaborate costumes, and stunning stage designs.

Now, after 30 years, she makes her long-awaited return to Eurovision—becoming the artist with the longest gap between appearances. Perhaps this marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in her international career.

Listen to the special songs of Justyna here:

• “Za Kare” (For The Punishment)
• “Kryminalna miłość” (Criminal Love)
• “Kochankowie Syreny” (Mermaid Lovers)
• “Za Dużo Wiesz” (You Know Too Much)

Song:  GAJA
Writer(s): Emilian Waluchowski, Justyna Steczkowska & Patryk Kumór
Composer(s): Domionic Buczkowski-Wojtaszek, Emilian Waluchowski, Justyna Steczkowska & Patryk Kumór
Broadcaster: TVP

The song “GAJA” is inspired by Mother Earth. In Greek mythology, Gaia represents the primordial mother and the personification of the Earth itself. The lyrics explore the deep connection between humans and nature, portraying Gaia as a divine creative force while also hinting at the destruction of the natural world. The song carries a nearly spiritual atmosphere, enriched with mystical sounds.

Compared to Justyna’s usual jazz-influenced repertoire, “GAJA” takes a different direction. It is less extravagant in composition but feels somewhat artificially amplified. The stage performance in the Polish national final was also notably over-the-top—likely an attempt by the producers to make it visually and sonically striking. However, the song doesn’t fully align with the signature sound that Justyna is known for, which may come as a disappointment to her fans.