The first semi-final of Eurovision 2024, which was held at the Malmö Arena, concluded with ten countries qualifying for the grand final next Saturday, May 11. Among the proposals that have passed the qualifying round are Croatia, the big favorite, and the extravagance of Finland.
Spain has not had to fight for a place, since it belongs to the Big Five and is directly classified. However, Nebulossa will demonstrate that his proposal is on par with that of his rivals in the second semi-final, where 16 other countries will fight to obtain the last ten places next Thursday, May 9.
Young Sília Kapsis has managed to help Cyprus qualify for the final and also become one of the main contenders to take home the trophy. The Liar proposal, which addresses an old love by calling him a liar, has been very popular.
One of the surprises has been the proposal from Ireland, which is carried out by Bambie Thug. The first images of the Eurovision rehearsals already warned that the Irish could surprise with their Ouija pop style. Bambie not only incorporates satanic elements in Doomsday Blue, but also makes a clear allusion to the trans struggle.
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Another who has qualified for the Eurovision final is Silvester Belt for Lithuania, performing Luktelk, an electronic song entirely in Lithuanian. He is notable for being the first LGBTI artist to represent a country where same-sex marriage is not yet legal.
The song No Rules! by Windows95man represents Finland this year and stands out for his energetic rhythm and catchy electronic pop melody. Despite the eccentricity of the duo formed by DJ Teemu Keister and Henri Piispanen, which was rejected outright by the Finnish professional jury, they will face each other with Nebulossa.
On the other hand, the Croatian Baby Lasagna is positioned as the main candidate to win Eurovision. At least that’s what the betting houses say, something that doesn’t have to come true. With his song Rim Tim Tagi Dim he has shown that music can be a platform to address serious issues such as mental health and youth emigration while still entertaining.
In addition, Luxembourg has returned to Eurovision stomping after a 30-year absence thanks to Tali and her Fighter. The Portuguese Iolanda and Grito de ella have also managed to pass the eliminatory. Serbia and Slovenia have also secured a place in the final.
