Amazing Songs

Happy Easter! Why not celebrate while listening to some of this year's better Eurovision songs?


15. Germany
Elaiza - "Is It Right?"
Reaction: This is an interesting mix of traditional and modern German music. Minus the accordion and bass, it could be on any radio station. With them, it is oompah for the 21st century sensibility.
Best Part: "He could write like a man/a novel life back on track"
Rating: 3/5


14. Estonia
Tanja - "Amazing"
Reaction: Its often compared to "Euphoria" and in Eurovision no song has come closer.
But this one is more floaty and ethereal, a background lift instead of pop perfection.
Best Part: "We froze to ice and melted down/We chased the stars and fell to the ground
Rating: 4/5

13. Belarus
Teo - "Cheesecake"
Reaction: This is a relative rarity - a playful breakup song. It's got a bit of funkiness and sexiness. This seemed weak and ridiculous back in December, but as the weather warms up this becomes a soundtrack to a warm night. Also, it makes you hungry for cheesecake!
Best Part: "But I’m not Patrick Swayze/You’re not Jennifer Gray"
Rating: 4/5

12. Slovenia
Tinkara Kovač - "Round and Round"
Reaction: Fitting to its title, this song has a dizzying spinning affect. Like many other Slovenian entries, it has a strong chorus and verses that are snappier than last year's.
The bilingual text also works, keeping the listener on their toes.
Best Part: "Is a moment just a circle/Just a song you play on repeat?"
Rating: 4/5

11. Moldova
Cristina Scarlat - "Wild Soul"
Reaction: This is a dark song about persevering through adversity...I think. It's wonderfully theatrical and dramatic, especially during the chorus. Though it's dark it's full of hope. The electronic glitchy industrial parts in the backing music add to the mood.
Best Part: "The world can throw a dice for each of us anytime"
Rating: 4/5