In their one night national final selection episode of the Late Show, Ireland chose the Norwegian singer Emmy and her song “Laika Party.” Emmy will perform 3rd in the second semifinal. [Content Warning: This upbeat pop-disco entry deals with themes of animal abuse and the death of a dog… which is really not a sentence … Continue reading 26. Ireland: “Laika Party” – Emmy
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29. United Kingdom: “What The Hell Just Happened?” – Remember Monday
The United Kingdom internally selected the trio, Remember Monday, and their song “What The Hell Just Happened?” As one of the Big Five, the UK does not need to qualify which means Remember Monday is guaranteed a spot in the final. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-hu6R3ZnOdY What can we say? This song certainly is theatrical, but it is also … Continue reading 29. United Kingdom: “What The Hell Just Happened?” – Remember Monday
31. Israel: “New Day Will Rise” – Yuval Raphael
After selecting Yuval Raphael through a televised program, Israel internally chose her song “New Day Will Rise.” Yuval Raphael will perform 14th in the second semifinal. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3BELu4z6-U This is Yuval Raphael’s first released song with no previous music career. We actually really like the way the song sounds, and how it has a random verse … Continue reading 31. Israel: “New Day Will Rise” – Yuval Raphael
34. Azerbaijan: “Run With U” – Mamagama
“Run With U” by the band Mamagama was internally selected by Azerbaijan. Mamagama will be performing 10th in the first semifinal. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upbiPJ9uA70 The song is an easy listen and has a decently catchy chorus. We both think the inclusion of traditional-sounding instruments is a highlight of this entry. Overall, neither of us think it is … Continue reading 34. Azerbaijan: “Run With U” – Mamagama
36. Lithuania: “Tavo Akys” – Katarsis
Over 5 heats and a total of 44 songs, Lithuania ultimately chose the experimental rock band, Katarsis, and their song “Tavo Akys.” Katarsis will perform 8th in the second semi-final. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2f2aZ6Fy58 “Tavo Akys” is a clearly emotional song and has its fair share of fans. The muted blue-gray color scheme, minimal staging, and a hairstyle … Continue reading 36. Lithuania: “Tavo Akys” – Katarsis
Some Things to Look Forward to in Eurovision 2025
Before we jump into our ranking and discussion of individual entries, here are some fun general observations this year that have been interesting to see! Languages: This year has the highest number of songs to include non-English lyrics since Eurovision lifted the national language restriction in 1999. Here are some particularly honorable mentions: Sweden is … Continue reading Some Things to Look Forward to in Eurovision 2025
1. Switzerland: “The Code” – Nemo
Revealing our TIE for #1 of our top 10 songs this year: Switzerland! U's number 1 (C's number 2) is Switzerland. Switzerland chose Nemo and their song “The Code” through an internal selection process. Nemo will be performing 4th in the second semifinal. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiGDvM14Kwg We were blown away from the very first viewing of this music … Continue reading 1. Switzerland: “The Code” – Nemo
4. Lithuania: “Luktelk” – Silvester Belt
Revealing #4 of our top 10 songs this year! At number 4, we have Lithuania. Through the Eurovizija.LT national final, Lithuania chose Silvester Belt and his song “Luktelk.” Silvester Belt will be performing 3rd in the first semi final. WARNING: This music video contains flashing strobe lights. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=savqs__J1cc One of our favorite styles of performance in … Continue reading 4. Lithuania: “Luktelk” – Silvester Belt
5. Italy: “La Noia” – Angelina Mango
Revealing #5 of our top 10 songs this year! At number 5, we have Italy. Italy chose Angelina Mango’s “La Noia” through their national final, Sanremo. As part of the Big Five countries, Italy automatically has a spot in the final. However, this year Angelina Mango will be performing right after Estonia in the second … Continue reading 5. Italy: “La Noia” – Angelina Mango
7. Finland: “No Rules!” – Windows95man
Revealing #7 of our top 10 songs this year! At number 7, we have Finland. Once again choosing between seven quality acts in their Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu national final, Finland selected Windows95man’s song “No Rules!” after the entry absolutely swept the Finnish televote. Windows95Man will be performing 10th in the first semi final. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tf1NS1vEhSg This … Continue reading 7. Finland: “No Rules!” – Windows95man
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