Eurovision Song Contest 2016 – Grand Finals Review
One year of waiting, millions of people are registering, hundreds of people are competing, and now they’re down to 26. Best of the best from their countries, and now they’re going to give their best. Because only one, will be crowned as the champion of the Eurovision Song Contest 2016. It was a long journey, and it will paid off soon enough.
All right. Without further ado, let’s get to the show! May the best song wins! [I’m excited from the start, honestly; and for the sixth time in a row I’m going to watch via live streaming]
Bring on the competition! *the stream showed me the DJ though* Yes for the Final Countdown and people getting excited! Hoorah! And it begins.
And now we’re starting from backstage and showing all the fans. Participants preparing, rehearsing, and so much more. Then the countdown. This is getting awesome. We got a backstage glimpse before all the interesting stuffs. The nerves begin… and there goes the Grand Finals’ Opening!
It’s disco time, everyone! Disco Parade of Nations will be cool, and I’m literally like jumping right now xDD Just we need that phosphor and stuffs :v back here. Oh oops, the dancers are coming first to the stage. People cheering though :) Epic opening. We’re starting with the parade <3 based on running order, I guess. As they come, the flag glows. Interesting. :) Swedish House Mafia’s song featured though <3 yayayay (and participants entering the Green Room) I love this disco touch though, resembling all those Swedish music modernities, the popular ones. Let’s just make people realize those popular stuffs come from SWEDEN <3 #HejaSverige …and #DiscoOpening
And now, we’re welcoming the hosts, and as always. Mrs. Mede and Sir Zelmerlow *omg how honorable I call them nowadays, oh dear hosts* The party begins though when Mans welcoming the fans. Yeah let’s enjoy the party before the suspense begins :) *people keep shouting hosts’ names and cheering though after they introduce, how* I love people’s enthusiasm year by year :)
Don’t forget to send those votes to those numbers, and app! :) [I wish I could vote] …the new way reminds me a little bit to JESC and a mix of Mello, but that’s fine. This is getting interesting, and the competition BEGINS! Good luck everyone!
[apologize my taste though, and my feeling of a song]
And as always, the postcards resembling participants’ habits and hobbies… and here we go analyzing the Grand Finalists’ performances! 1. Belgium (Laura Tesoro – What’s the Pressure): This never stops amazing me, even from the last round (they’re performing last on Semifinals 2, I guess). Pretty much similar to Semifinals 2, but the more the energy vibes, the better (but not too much please). Just a little bit. I remember the vibes were a little bit higher during the Semifinals, but at least this one is pretty good enough. Good job! (y) 2. Czech Republic (Gabriela Guncikova – I Stand): Listened to it time by time after their original round, I started to love this song even more. Added by their first Finals after years, this is gonna be awesome. But that was so cool :) Didn’t change much from the last round, but it keeps the awesomeness as it is. Great job! :) *But I need to add the chorus part’s pitch or where, should be higher a little bit, then it’s perfect. But it doesn’t reduce the awesomeness much, it’s still awesome.* 3. Netherlands (Douwe Bob – Slow Down): This didn’t disappoint me even much. He’s getting better this round. Great job on being consistent! [I hope my good feeling doesn’t get me wrong] (y) *no more comment from me* [my interruption: I hope this song will make it far. This amazes me since the beginning.] 4. Azerbaijan (Samra – Miracle): Maybe I feel something felt missing last round, but this round she seemed like fixed it a little bit, and it sounds nicer. Great job, though (y) I appreciate that. But I guess, more energy on the chorus could be better overall. A little bit. But it’s okay, because that was good overall :) 5. Hungary (Freddie – Pioneer): Oooh, well then. A nice song I heard it, but I guess he keeps rocking the stage, great job! (y) I hope this can go far, though. 6. Italy (Francesca Michielin – No Degrees of Separation): This is one of the songs I enjoyed since the first listening, and I also have her as my singing inspiration (just so you know, I sang for pleasure). I love the song, and I love that staging. So simple, but beautiful. I expect this to go far, good job, Italy! (I hope this can do better than Gualazzi’s 3rd, I guess) [the 2 in 1 Italian/English parting reminds me of some songs doing this, though – I hope it’s fair for both languages as well xDD but seriously, this is awesome! The song, the performance, everything. I love the message in the end…] 7. Israel (Hovi Star – Made of Stars): My expectation from the last round’s advancement isn’t wrong. But seriously, here, he got better. :) At least consistent. Kol hakavod (= congratulations) :) (anyway I started to get the feel of the song with this version sung in SF and GF, great job!) 8. Bulgaria (Poli Genova – If Love Was A Crime): Still, I enjoyed this song ever more since advancing to this round. My expectation isn’t wrong – she keeps the vibe, and I just hope it gets stronger by the song gets further (more energy to live the song is better, actually, esp. the chorus). Good job, Bulgaria (y) I expect this made a diversity on the further placing, though. [P.S.: I love the energetic ending.] 9. Sweden (Frans – If I Were Sorry): I guess he nailed it. I love the song, though. He did a great job with this song, and I also hope this is one of the songs that can go far, because I guess the audience are enjoying it *see, they’re clapping* (y) Tack, Sverige! :) [Now the hosts are interrupting it. See? People are cheering when the hosts are interrupting, and the hosts are thanking Frans. And Petra explained a little bit more about Stockholm.] 10. Germany (Jamie-Lee Kriewitz – Ghost): I started to enjoy this song this time. That sounds mysterious in the beginning *yup, the darkness*, but when it turns to light – wow! That was cool. A cool song, and staging. Great job, Germany! :) 11. France (Amir – J’ai church): I literally can’t stop listening to this after the first listening, because it’s interesting and nice. And he delivered it in a cool way. Simple, cool, and elegant. (But again, just push it a little more and it’s better; and he paid it off in the end) I expect this to go far. Awesome! ^_^ 12. Poland (Michal Szpak – Color of Your Life): Sounds like an improvement from last round, more vibes, more vivid, and so on. You’re rocking it <3 [I hope this is also one of the songs who go far this year] [And now another interruption from Petra after 12/26 songs are played, because we’re almost halfway. Wow, Mans’ now on the nearby arena with another thousands of fans! Special guests there are Carola and Loreen, sharing their all-time favorites.] 13. Australia (Dami Im – Sound of Silence): Another one that never cease to amaze me. Just as consistent as last round. Another one of the songs that I hope can go far… :) Great job, my Southern mate :) *I noted that people love the energy she brought to the song.* 14. Cyprus (Minus One – Alter Ego): And now after all those dramas, let’s just getting rock’n’roll! And it’s getting cooler this time, congratulations! :) (better from last round) [My interruption now: Omg now I heard and watched really, that how amazing these songs and performances are. It’s getting amazing after this, and I absolutely clueless on who should I vote if I have the rights. Oh my goodness. Congratulations, Class of 2016!] 15. Serbia (Sanja Vucic ZAA – Goodbye (Shelter)): My expectation isn’t wrong here. She keeps rocking, and even better :) Good job ^_^ 16. Lithuania (Donny Montell – I’ve Been Waiting for This Night): I enjoyed this song as a whole even more (omg my weird taste is getting weirder), and now I love the atmosphere he brought to the stage. xDD Like, even better or consistent from the last round. But seriously, this is cool. :) Ačiū, broil! :) 17. Croatia (Nina Kraljic – Lighthouse): Great song, and consistent from last round. At least, I feel there’s something better, and I have a hope this will go far. All right, hvala Hrvatska ^_^ 18. Russia (Sergey Lazarev – You Are the Only One): This is another one of so many entries that never cease to amaze me. The vibe, the energy, the staging – I guess this is consistent with the last round, and it keeps getting better. Spasibo Rossiya :) You guys did a great job tonight :) 19. Spain (Barei – Say Yay): Another song I enjoyed throughout the round. The atmosphere she brought is nice (see, people clapping around?), and the energy made the song made the song so alive. Just push it a little bit (omg how many songs I have to say this) and it’s better. But she handled it greatly, so felicidades, España! :) [that effect was awesome, though] [Petra interrupted from Green Room at this point, like, promoting the CD, DVD, and wait. The scarf? The souvenirs, sounds like I want it so bad.] 20. Latvia (Justs – Heartbeat): Again, I love people’s vibe who watched it live – clapping with the song. No wonder why, the song is so enjoyable, even more this round – and he presented it consistently from last round. And the chorus made it even better. Paldies, Latvija :) 21. Ukraine (Jamala – 1944); She’s telling her story, sharing her feelings. Really. See, she’s handling it pretty well. Great job on doing better than last round, I hope this can make it far. :) (see, people applauding and stuffs? I appreciate it very much!) 22. Malta (Ira Losco – Walk On Water): I enjoyed the song even more after the advancement (along with some songs), and I feel Malta’s getting better, or even amaze me this round. Great job! (y) [one more thing: chorus more energy more better. omg well I felt that song, but the ending paid that off.] 23. Georgia (Nika Kocharov and Young Georgian Lolitaz – Midnight Gold): Another rock’n’roll for the night! :) Great effects, enjoyable song, and I believe this can bring a lot of diversity on the top. Like, I hope this is going far. Love that it’s consistent with the last round’s performance <3 Rock it, Georgia! 24. Austria (Zoë – Loin d’ici): The song keeps being as enjoyable as it is (yay I fell in love with this song since the advancement, even more, though), and this interesting song, I hope, could be in more than a middle <3 Great job, Austria! :) (props at being consistent from last round) 25. United Kingdom (Joe & Jake – You’re Not Alone): Another song I enjoyed since first listening, now my expectation is not wrong (thanks, rehearsal glimpse). But I think, they should add a little bit vibe to make it more interesting on the first. Or I thought it’s not the peak time. Oh, they made that climax in the ending. Great job, then! :) 26. Armenia (Ivete Mukuchyan – LoveWave): People’s most favorite. And I’m not wrong. This song also amazed me, along with the performance last round. And now in this round, she got better, and even the performance looked more interesting. Not just the effects, but everything! From the way she presented it and so much more. I believe this can go far. Awesomely brilliant! ^_^
And now the hosts time! Oh, see, those example reactions that might just happen with us every time we watch. :) True, though. :D Then the hosts are talking about fandom and such… then there’s this voting time! Don’t forget to send those numbers your votes, but not for your own country xDD
And it’s officially started with a first recap showing. Go vote, vote, vote! Honestly I have a bunch of favorites here, but I have my high hopes on (not in particular order) Belgium, Hungary, Italy, Israel, Netherlands, France, Poland, Australia, Cyprus, Serbia, Croatia, Russia, Latvia, Georgia, and Armenia. Those are my most favorite entries that I can’t even narrow down. Even like 15 is the most for me xDD I hope I can narrow it down after the intervals, though, by the recap impression. xDD <!—Well, note that if I should narrow it down, in no particular order: Italy, Netherlands, France, Poland, Australia, Cyprus, Croatia, Russia, Georgia, and Armenia. Not sure will be Hungary, Israel, Latvia, and Serbia, while I have the reserve status on Belgium and Latvia, plus some countries such as United Kingdom, Austria, and Lithuania—> [Evaluation: What an interesting, and epic round. May the best song wins!]
And now Mans greeting from the Green Room. :) Hooray! Look, there’s Justin Timberlake! (people’s reaction were even priceless) (what a crossover omg xDD yay) Remember Justin’s message: participants, you should be very proud because representing their country in front a bunch of a people! (wait he’s nervous himself because he’s going to perform) …err wait. The documentary returns, I guess?! xDD …”The Nerd Nation” The milestones though <3 of the entries, I guess. And the Swedish music scene overall. #HejaSverige Yup, because having US and UK on the main international music scene is too mainstream (but oops, sometimes I feel really). Swedish ones even got a bunch of awards! :)
This time, Justin Timberlake performs. Yup, his new single called “Rock Your Body”. :) Yay I enjoyed the performance as a whole (thank you), and see people are cheering xDD
The voting lines are still open, though. And before the Final Countdown, we’re going to see the recap for one more time. Oh wait. Destiny Chukunyere from Malta won JESC ’15 was there! (omg I sang along with her song, I enjoyed that song pretty much) Ahaha. “Please don’t interrupt me again” (ah Petra). Because Mans said 63 countries (while Petra said 60, including 1969’s co-champions… not two, but FOUR!)
Steps to win Eurovision: 1. Get everyone attention. xDD 2. Drums. And try out the alternatives, and choose the alternative way. 3. Show the traditional folklore from your country. 4. Violin! (throwback 2009, folks) 5. Add a DJ! 6. Costumes. Look memorable. :) 7. The song. The song is essential. :) When we have everything we need – go for it and don’t look back! (and see that duo? “Love Love Peace Peace” is the title. That sounds like resembling all the winners these years, sounds interesting) [but look at those throwbacks, RU ’08, NO ’09, then there goes UA ’14 and so much more!] Because participants come from different backgrounds, so I understand that. :) That means, good luck to those applying to your respective National Finals! I hope this will motivate you guys ^_^ And as always, the special guest – Lynda Woodruff. I started to remember this. xDD (yup, that 2013 stuff) (omg stand up comedy oops lol)
Oh wait, the lines are still open? I thought it’s gonna be final countdown xDD And we’re back to “The Nerd Nation”. The series finale, I guess. Oh dear. xDD I never thought about that before. And finally there’s this countdown :D the clock is ticking :) Hurry up and vote, everyone! :) The lines are closed, after the final countdown xDD
And now it’s time for Mans to perform solo ^_^ it’s his new single, anyway. (i noticed overboard out there) I love it already <3 *this is first listening though* xDD The title is “Fire in the Rain” anyway. And another reprise of Heroes! :) *I miss singing this song btw*
This is the fun and suspenseful part. This year, the votes are from juries and televotes separately. This is getting exciting. (and as always, results validation from Sir Ola Sand)
So here are the jury points only: 1. Austria – 12 points to Australia 2. Iceland – 12 points to the Netherlands 3. Azerbaijan – 12 points to Russia 4. San Marino – 12 points to Ukraine 5. Czech Republic – 12 points to Sweden 6. Ireland – 12 points to Belgium 7. Georgia – 12 points to Ukraine 8. Bosnia & Herzegovina – 12 points to Ukraine 9. Malta – 12 points to the United Kingdom 10. Spain – 12 points to Armenia 11. Finland – 12 points to Sweden 12. Switzerland – 12 points to Australia 13. Denmark – 12 points to Ukraine 14. France – 12 points to Italy 15. Moldova – 12 points to Ukraine 16. Armenia – 12 points to France 17. Cyprus – 12 points to Russia 18. Bulgaria – 12 points to Armenia 19. Netherlands – 12 points to Australia 20. Latvia – 12 points to Ukraine [Interruption from Mans to the Green Room, perhaps the signal. I wonder what happened there? *calls IBA* (oops)] [My interruption: Australia did awesome though <3 omg great job so far!] 21. Israel – 12 points to Ukraine 22. Belarus – 12 points to Russia 23. Germany – 12 points to Israel 24. Russia – 12 points to Armenia 25. Norway – 12 points to Italy 26. Australia – 12 points to Belgium 27. Belgium – 12 points to Australia 28. United Kingdom – 12 points to Georgia 29. Croatia – 12 points to Australia 30. Greece – 12 points to Russia 31. Lithuania – 12 points to Australia 32. Serbia – 12 points to Ukraine 33. F.Y.R. Macedonia – 12 points to Ukraine 34. Albania – 12 points to Australia 35. Estonia – 12 points to Sweden 36. Ukraine – 12 points to Lithuania 37. Italy – 12 points to Spain 38. Poland – 12 points to Ukraine 39. Slovenia – 12 points to Ukraine 40. Hungary – 12 points to Australia 41. Montenegro – 12 points to Malta 42. Sweden – 12 points to Australia
[Omg Australia won? Congratulations!] And we’re now 50% at the results, it’s just from Jury… 5 Russia 4 Malta 3 France 2 Ukraine and still in the lead, Australia! This is freaking amazing <3 omg my neighbor from the south <3 this is great :) (great job!)
…and the televoting said that… (okay validation by Sir Ola Sand once again… 0 points to Czech Republic 8 to the uK 10 to Germany, Spain 11 to Israel 16 to Malta 24 to Georgia 33 to Croatia 34 to Italy 39 to the Netherlands 51 to Belgium 53 to Cyprus 56 to Hungary 63 to Latvia 73 to Azerbaijan 80 to Serbia 10 songs are still waiting for the points, and here are the Top 10: 96 points to Lithuania 109 points to France 120 points to Austria 134 points to Armenia 139 points to Sweden 180 points to Bulgaria Australia, Ukraine, Russia, and Poland remaining. Now I guess Poland is jumping as heck xDD 191 points to Australia Three countries left. Ukraine, Russia, and Poland. My feeling is right. 222 points to Poland (I’m right, they’re jumping as heck) …and now between Ukraine and Russia. My feeling is right that these will be two favorite songs (yay discussions made my feeling stronger) 323 points to Ukraine (they’re now in the lead) Russia will get… 361 points!
And it’s not enough to beat Ukraine! Ukraine wins <333 congratulations! You guys deserved it :) This is amazing <3 To be honest I would like to say I love this voting style, because not because this is interestingly nerve-wracking, but this heightens the suspense even more. The thing I’m now thinking is how could they got like, the sum of only 6 until the highest of 361, and this gave me another inspiration already. xDD
Once again, congratulations to Ukraine and to all participants, especially! It’s a struggle that you guys will pay off in the future, because results will not betray hard work :) Also great job at representing you guys’ countries, be proud – and if you want to participate again, just check out your respective National Finals and just register all along. :v
See you at my nearest review – perhaps TAR US 28, Koh Lanta 15: Thailand, US 32 Kaoh Rong, or HaMerotz LaMillion 5 which premieres on May 17. ^_^














