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== Early Life and Background ==
Tanel Padar was born on 27 October 1980 in Tartu, Estonia. He is a well-known [[Estonian music|Estonian singer]]. He first gained international fame after winning the [[Eurovision Song Contest]] in 2001. Padar has been a part of various bands throughout his career, including the popular Estonian band [[The Sun (Estonian band)|The Sun]].

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Dave Benton, born on 31 January 1951, is a [[Aruba|Aruban-born]] Estonian pop singer. Benton moved to Estonia in 1997 and has been a significant figure in the Estonian music scene. He is best known for his collaboration with Tanel Padar and 2XL in the Eurovision Song Contest.

2XL is an Estonian hip-hop group that was formed in 1997. The group consists of members [[Sergei Morgun]] and [[Henri Laks]]. They gained international recognition after their collaboration with Tanel Padar and Dave Benton in the Eurovision Song Contest.

== Eurovision Song Contest 2001 ==
In 2001, Tanel Padar, Dave Benton, and 2XL represented Estonia in the Eurovision Song Contest. They performed the song "Everybody," which was written by [[Ivar Must]] and Maian-Anna Karmas. The song was a lively, upbeat track that combined elements of pop, rock, and hip-hop. The performance was well-received, and the group won the contest, marking Estonia's first and, to date, only win in the competition.

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== Post-Eurovision Careers ==
Following their Eurovision win, Tanel Padar, Dave Benton, and 2XL continued to have successful careers in music.

Tanel Padar returned to his band, The Sun, and they released several successful albums in Estonia. Padar has also pursued a solo career, releasing multiple albums and singles. He has remained a prominent figure in the Estonian music scene and has won numerous awards for his work.

Dave Benton has also continued his music career in Estonia. He has released several albums and singles and has performed at various music festivals and events. Benton has also been involved in various charitable activities in Estonia.

2XL has continued to be active in the Estonian music scene. They have released several albums and singles and have collaborated with various artists. The group has also been involved in various music festivals and events in Estonia.

== Legacy ==
Tanel Padar, Dave Benton, and 2XL's win at the Eurovision Song Contest has had a significant impact on the Estonian music scene. Their victory brought international attention to Estonia and its music industry. It also inspired a new generation of Estonian musicians and increased interest in the Eurovision Song Contest in Estonia.

== See Also ==
* [[Estonian music]]
* [[Eurovision Song Contest]]
* [[The Sun (Estonian band)]]

[[Category:Estonian music]]
[[Category:Eurovision Song Contest]]
[[Category:Estonian musicians]]