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What To Know About The Song Contest Eurovision

By Chinelo Eze

14 April 2023   |   11:01 am

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Eurovision is an international song contest in which participating countries submit original songs and perform them live on television. The contest is organized by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and has been held annually since 1956, making it one of the longest-running television programs in the world. The aim of Eurovision is to bring together…

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Eurovision is an international song contest in which participating countries submit original songs and perform them live on television.

The contest is organized by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and has been held annually since 1956, making it one of the longest-running television programs in the world.

The aim of Eurovision is to bring together countries through music and foster cultural exchange and understanding.
Each country’s entry is judged by a panel of music industry professionals and the general public, with points awarded based on the quality of the song and the performance.
The country with the highest number of points at the end of the contest is declared the winner.

To participate in Eurovision, a country must be a member of the EBU. Each country submits an original song, which must not have been commercially released before a certain date, and selects a performer or performers to represent them in the competition.
The selection process for each country’s entry varies but typically involves a national contest or selection show.

Participating in Eurovision can bring a number of perks, including exposure for the performers and the songwriters, as well as increased tourism and economic activity for the host country. Winning the contest can also be a source of national pride and can boost a country’s international reputation.

At the end of Eurovision, the country with the highest number of points is declared the winner and hosts the following year’s contest. The original intention of Eurovision, to bring together countries through music and foster cultural exchange, is still present in the competition today, although the contest has evolved over the years to include more countries and a wider range of musical styles.

In recent years, there has been some controversy surrounding Eurovision, particularly around political voting and accusations of vote rigging. However, the contest remains a popular event that attracts millions of viewers from around the world.