Baby Lasagna
Birth nameMarko Purišić
Born (1995-07-05) July 5, 1995
OriginUmag, Croatia
GenresRock
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • producer
Years active2022–present
LabelsMolly Studios

Marko Purišić (born in 1995), known professionally as Baby Lasagna, is a Croatian singer, songwriter and music producer.

Career

From 2011 to 2016 and from 2018 to 2022, Purišić served as the guitarist for Manntra, a Croatian rock band.[1] While still a member of the band, they participated in Dora 2019, securing the fourth position with the song "In the Shadows" with a total of 12 points.[2] Following his tenure with the group, he transitioned to pursue a solo career in 2023.[3] On 21 October 2023, Purišić released his debut single "IG Boi" under the pseudonym Baby Lasagna through Molly Studios.[4] Two months later, in December 2023, his second single "Don't Hate Yourself, But Don't Love Yourself too Much" was released.[5] On 15 December 2023, he was announced among the participants of Dora 2024, the Croatian selection for the Eurovision Song Contest 2024, with the song "Rim Tim Tagi Dim".[6]

Other projects

In 2022, Purišić played a significant role in co-writing several tracks for Mono Inc.'s 12th studio album, Ravenblack. contributing to the album's success as it reached the number one spot in Germany, marking the band's highest-peaking album to date.[7] Notably, many of the songs penned by Purišić were selected as singles, including "Princess of the Night", "Empire", "Heartbeat of the Dead", "Lieb mich", and "At the End of the Rainbow".[8]

Artistry

Influences

Purišić cites Rammstein as his main musical influence.[9]

Musical style and songwriting

His music has been described as a mixture of pop punk, techno, metal and house.[10][11] Purišić's musical style revolves around autobiographical storytelling, delving into his personal experiences, while also addressing broader societal issues, particularly those affecting his homeland.[12] Noteworthy examples include "Rim Tim Tagi Dim", a poignant narrative depicting a young boy's journey from Croatia in search of a brighter future in another country.[12]

Discography

Singles

Title Year Album
"IG Boy" 2023 non-album
singles
"Don't Hate Yourself, But Don't Love Yourself too Much"
"Rim Tim Tagi Dim" 2024

References

  1. ↑ Angeleski, Zoran (5 January 2024). "Hoće li na Eurosong dečko iz Umaga". Istra 24 (in Croatian). Retrieved 6 January 2024.
  2. ↑ "Rezervna pjesma postala je favorit: Tko je Baby Lasagna uz čiju pjesmu se već nabrijavaju obožavatelji Dore?". Fashion.hr (in Croatian). 5 January 2024. Retrieved 6 January 2024.
  3. ↑ Fürst, Petra (4 January 2024). "Tko je Baby Lasagna, pjevač koji nastupa na Dori". Index (in Croatian). Retrieved 6 January 2024.
  4. ↑ "Tko je Baby Lasagna, izvođač koji je dobio šansu na Dori umjesto Zsa Zse? Već je jednom se tamo natjecao". Večernji list (in Croatian). 5 January 2024. Retrieved 6 January 2024.
  5. ↑ "Evo tko je Baby Lasagna, izvođač upečatljivog imena koji je dobio priliku natjecati se za pjesmu Eurovizije umjesto Zsa Zse". Dnevnik (in Croatian). 5 January 2024. Retrieved 6 January 2024.
  6. ↑ "Croatia 2024: HRT reveal the 'Dora' lineup". Eurovision.tv. European Broadcasting Union. 15 December 2023. Retrieved 6 January 2024.
  7. ↑ "Izvođač upečatljivog imena i osebujnog stila". Direktno (in Croatian). 5 January 2024. Retrieved 6 January 2024.
  8. ↑ "Marko Purišić (Author)- Compositions". NoCut (in German). Retrieved 6 January 2024.
  9. ↑ Parlov, Tomislav (6 January 2024). "Baby Lasagna o Dori, usporedbama s Käärijom i najvećem strahu". Scena Story (in Croatian). Retrieved 6 January 2024.
  10. ↑ Vizinger, Tena (6 January 2024). "Tko je Baby Lasagna, glazbenik koji je prije nastupao s Manntrom?". Muzika.hr (in Croatian). Retrieved 6 January 2024.
  11. ↑ Barić, Vid (5 January 2024). "Tko je Baby Lasagna, moguća senzacija ovogodišnje Dore? 'Igrač s klupe' već oduševljava okorjele fanove Eurosonga". Telegram (in Croatian). Retrieved 6 January 2024.
  12. 1 2 Adams, William (6 January 2024). "A heavy heart and anxiety attacks: Baby Lasagna says his Dora song "Rim Tim Tagi Dim" was inspired by young people leaving Croatia". Wiwibloggs. Retrieved 8 January 2024.
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