Erika Vikman, who represented Finland in last year's music competition, addressed the press at the UMK event, discussing the religious themes explored in her new English song 'Father (I will Never Confess).' The song, as indicated by its title, plays with religious ideas, a theme that is also evident in her previous works like 'Syntisten pöytä' and 'Pyhä Erika.' Vikman expressed that these themes could be deeply personal, suggesting a motivation tied to her childhood experiences with religion.

In her reflections, Vikman revealed her 'Jesus fixation,' which she attributes to her upbringing in a religious environment. Growing up in a suburb surrounded by many religious friends, she frequently heard warnings about hell from both peers and adults, a sentiment that lingered for several years. This background has led her to incorporate religious imagery and explore her own beliefs in her music, stating that there could be deeper reasons for her choice of themes.

As she prepares for her performance at UMK, Vikman is set to deliver an introductory number that showcases her latest work. With the context of her reflective comments, fans and audiences are invited to ponder the relationship between faith, personal experiences, and artistic expression, making her upcoming performance not just a spectacle but a deeper commentary on her journey with religion in her life and music.