Hanna Emilia Rydberg Mitiku

Early Life

Hanna Emilia Rydberg Mitiku, known simply as Emilia, was born to a multicultural family with her father being the Ethiopian singer Teshome Mitiku and her mother, Malena Rydberg, hailing from Sweden. She honed her musical talents at the prestigious Adolf Fredrik's Music School in Stockholm, where she developed her skills in piano and voice.

Career Milestones

Emilia's career took off when she was discovered in 1996 by Lars Anderson, the son of ABBA's manager. Initially performing under the mononym "Emilia," she gained international fame with her 1998 hit single "Big Big World," which topped charts in several countries. In 2009, she participated in Melodifestivalen, Sweden's national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest, with her song "You're My World," advancing from her heat but ultimately placing ninth in the final. That same year, she released her album "My World" and the single "Teardrops."

In addition to her solo work, Emilia has collaborated with other artists, including a duet with Ákos Dobrády titled "Side By Side." She also recorded a cover of Rihanna's "We Found Love," showcasing her versatility as an artist. In 2021, she joined the all-female group Super Fëmmes, which released their debut single, a cover of Rozalla's "Everybody's Free," in April 2022. Emilia continues to evolve as an artist, blending her pop and soul influences into her music.