Eurovision was like being in a church. In that arena, there was so much joy and togetherness. — Sam Ryder Copy Share Image
Eurovision was never something that should have been looked at with disdain. It's a congregation of joy. — Sam Ryder Copy Share Image
If people have a tired view of Eurovision, I would urge them not to put so much weight in your joy coming… — Sam Ryder Copy Share Image
I just sang to my CD player non-stop. Until you leave your bedroom... to do your first gigs you're essentially doing hours and hours… — Sam Ryder Copy Share Image
Some of my earliest memories are singing along to Freddie Mercury in the back of my mum and dad's car. — Sam Ryder Copy Share Image
I ran into a friend when I was seven years old and we both still have scars as a result. We were playing Bulldog… — Sam Ryder Copy Share Image
I'm not interested in trying to impress anyone with my journey. I'd rather use my energy to encourage people that aren't where they want… — Sam Ryder Copy Share Image
Isn't it strange that somebody smiling is so noticeable? I've always smiled. It was part of my armoury when I was 14 and had… — Sam Ryder Copy Share Image
I was a flea on a dog. I was just hopping between bands. It was valuable to learn that way, the tours in transit… — Sam Ryder Copy Share Image
I measure my life in encounters and conversations with people and I've had a nice time. — Sam Ryder Copy Share Image
The staff at Buckingham Palace are amazing. They are so quintessentially British in their comedy. Like sort of going 'Welcome to the big house,… — Sam Ryder Copy Share Image
I love singing. It doesn't matter whether it's at a wedding or to nobody in Leeds. — Sam Ryder Copy Share Image
