Now here is part 2...
Cyprus - Christos Mylordos "San Aggelos S'agapisa"
At the risk of sounding hard to please, I don't fancy this one much either! Utterly forgettable, not a patch on Jon Lilygreens song from last year. It will qualify, of course it will, however will be an also-ran on finals night.
Qualify? I would imagine so
Denmark - A Friend In London "New Tomorrow"
This song rips off so many others that I'm staggered it was allowed to compete. More than a passing resemblance to "Sing For Me" by Andreas Johnson. Doesn't deserve to qualify.
Qualify? Not if I had my way.
Estonia - Getter Jaani "Rockefeller Street"
One of my favourites, liked this from the first listen. Certain qualifier and one of Estonias better efforts in recent years. Looks set for decent finish in the final as well.
Qualify? Without a doubt.
Finland - Paradise Oskar "Da Da Dam"
Shame that Finland have given up trying to win since Lordi triumphed in Athens. There were a few better options in the Finnish selection than this piece of nonsense. Probably qualify on the strength of the "pretty-boy" vote, but don't like it.
Qualify? Highly likely.
France - Amaury Vasilli "Sognu"
This guy can definitely hold a tune, and if the televoters/juries go for something a bit different then France will not be far away on the big night. High quality entry, outstanding. Top 5 finish not out of the question.
Qualify? Doesn't need to.
Georgia - Eldrine "One More Day"
If Eldrine sounds as tuneless as she did in the NF then this song will sink without trace. Not keen on the rapper either. No chance.
Qualify? No
Germany - Lena "Taken By A Stranger"
The defending champion returns with a very highly regarded effort. All her pre-selection songs, from her new album "Good News", were out of the top drawer. Whether it will be enough for her to bring home gold for the hosts again, hmmm not sure. There will be one out there to beat I reckon.
Qualify? Doesn't need to.
Hungary - Kati Wolf "What About My Dreams"
I really, really like this. Great singer, great song. If she decides to sing it in English, Hungarian or the bi-lingual version it will matter not. Has the potential to match the placing of Frederika in their debut year of 1994. Obvious qualifier.
Qualify? Without a shadow of a doubt.
Iceland - Sigurjons Friends "Aftur Heim"
I suspect there will be publicity a plenty surrounding the Icelandic entry, in the light of Sigurjon Brinks untimely passing. The song isn't all that bad, and will surely qualify. Wont win, but should finish mid-table on finals night.
Qualify? Of course.
Ireland - Jedward "Lipstick"
Ireland are another country who have long since given up trying to win. They cannot afford to host being the most obvious reason why I would imagine. By sending this bigger-turkey-than-dustin there is a huge chance of non-qualification (they are not helped by the UK being unable to vote in their semi). Had Nikki Kavanagh been the representative then a top 10 finish would have been assured. Not with this rubbish though.
Qualify? Doubtful.
Israel - Dana International "Ding Dong"
The second previous winner in this years line-up. Nowhere near as good as "Diva", if it does qualify it would be on the strength of her reputation as Eurovision Royalty and little else.
Qualify? Possibly, who knows.
Italy - Raphael Gualazzi "Follia d'Amore"
I was so pleased to hear that Italy were coming back, long overdue. Absolutely love this song, it is easily in my top 10 this year. Can't see it winning, but will surely justify the Italians returning.
Qualify? Doesn't need to.
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