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About Tamta
Early Life
Tamta, born Tamta Goduadze on January 10, 1981, in Tbilisi, Georgia, began singing in a children's group at six and studied piano, which was mandatory in the Soviet Union at the time. At twenty-two, she and her family moved to Athens, Greece, where she worked as a housekeeper. One of the families she worked for encouraged her to audition for the talent show "Super Idol" in order to receive a residence permit.
Musical Style & Sound
Tamta performs pop and dance-pop, known for a rapid command of Greek that impressed audiences and judges within months of her arrival in the country, alongside a versatile vocal style that has carried her through more than two decades of Greek and Cypriot pop.
Career Rise
Tamta entered "Super Idol" in 2004, finishing runner-up to winner Stavros Konstantinou, and was signed to Minos EMI shortly after. Her self-titled debut album (2006) was followed by "Agapise Me" (2007) and "Tharros I Alitheia" (2010), building a catalog of hits including "Ftes," "Agapo," and "Tonight." In January 2007, she competed in Greece's national Eurovision selection, finishing third. She went on to serve as a mentor on X Factor Georgia in 2014, 2015, and 2018, and on The X Factor Greece in 2016 and 2017. In 2019, she represented Cyprus at the Eurovision Song Contest with "Replay," finishing thirteenth in the final. Her more recent releases include "Identity Crisis" (2023), "The Villain" (2024), and "The Villain Heroine" (2025). Over her career, she has amassed more than 250 million combined streams and views.
Diaspora Impact
Tamta's own journey from Georgia to Greece, and her Eurovision representation of Cyprus, embody a cross-cultural path that resonates with diaspora audiences navigating multiple national identities. Her international performances, including Eurovision and Pride stage appearances across Europe, have extended her recognition well beyond Greek-speaking communities.
FAQ
What genre does Tamta perform?
Tamta performs pop and dance-pop, known for a versatile vocal style that has carried her through more than two decades of Greek and Cypriot pop.
How did Tamta get her start in music?
She entered the talent show "Super Idol" in 2004, finishing runner-up, and was signed to Minos EMI shortly after, releasing her self-titled debut album in 2006.
Did Tamta represent Cyprus at Eurovision?
Yes. In 2019, she represented Cyprus at the Eurovision Song Contest with "Replay," finishing thirteenth in the final.
Where was Tamta born?
She was born in Tbilisi, Georgia, and moved to Athens, Greece, at twenty-two, where she initially worked as a housekeeper before being encouraged to audition for "Super Idol."
Has Tamta worked in television beyond performing?
Yes. She's served as a mentor on X Factor Georgia in 2014, 2015, and 2018, and on The X Factor Greece in 2016 and 2017.
Where can I listen to Tamta?
You can stream her music on GetGreece Radio, along with other leading voices in Greek and Cypriot pop.
About
Tamta is widely regarded as the most progressive pop artist in Greece. Since her debut on Super Idol, she has constantly reinvented her sound, moving from soulful ballads to avant-garde electro-pop. In 2025, she launched a high-concept visual album that trended across Europe. As of 2026, she is the primary bridge between the Greek music scene and international pop trends, known for her high-fashion aesthetics and hit songs like "Replay."
Diaspora Impact
An international favorite, particularly within the LGBTQ+ diaspora and European pop circles, representing modern, diverse Greece.
