What I gather is a lot of the members of the royal family had seen Eurovision and were supporting my song from home, which means a lot. — Sam Ryder Copy Share Image
It was incredible, and it was so inspiring to get the encouragement from the royal family because they stand for such similar themes that Eurovision celebrates as well, like unity, togetherness, and solidarity. — 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
