About
Alessandro Mahmoud, known professionally as Mahmood, is an Italian singer and songwriter who gained recognition after competing on The X Factor Italy. He is celebrated for winning the Sanremo Music Festival twice, once in 2019 with 'Soldi' and again in 2022 with 'Brividi' alongside Blanco. Mahmood's wins at Sanremo allowed him to represent Italy at the Eurovision Song Contest. He is considered one of the most talented songwriters in Italy today.
Career Timeline
First X Factor Appearance
Appears on The X Factor Italy, gaining initial recognition.
Sanremo Young Nomination
Nominated for Sanremo Young but not selected for main event.
Sanremo Victory with 'Soldi'
Wins Sanremo Music Festival with 'Soldi', representing Italy at Eurovision.
Eurovision Runner-Up
Finishes in second place at the Eurovision Song Contest, gaining international acclaim.
Second Sanremo Win
Wins Sanremo again with 'Brividi' alongside Blanco, representing Italy at Eurovision.
Top Italian Songwriter
Continues to write and perform music, solidifying his place as one of Italy's most popular and innovative artists.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026