In case you missed the note at the end of the video,
Germany placed 24th and
Ireland placed 25th
I don't think last place for this is deserved. Those 8 points from the non-finalists vote must hurt. It's a decent and basic pop song, but then again. It's a basic pop song. Should be a little higher, but definitely not last imo.
This on the other hand should've been last. This is more forgettable than Italy.
Also, funny coincidence: last edition, you were last in the running order and placed last. This edition, you were 29th in the running order and placed 29th.
Yeah, I figured as much. This was really just okay. This whole bottom three sound so similar to me lol.
I know you're the host entry and you're AQ, but this was a really nice light-hearted bop. It doesn't deserve to be this low. Should be higher.
Underrated. My
.
My
. Shocked to see it this low after seeing some hype around it. I definitely did not see this outside the Top 20.
It's unique, but it's not standing out in such a competitive final.
The Hardkiss has had much stronger songs in the past. This is one of the weaker ones in their discography. It doesn't leave a lasting impression.
This one is alright, but it has its moments though.
I'm underwhelmed.
MY
. UNDERRATED BANGER. COME ON GUYS. I must say, Portugal is one of my favorite countries this year. Most of your entries you've sent so far this year have been outstanding. Continue to slay.
These should've placed in the top half. They were very close to getting points from me.
This was a really good song. I thought it would do better than 17th, but it was such a strong final that this fell behind.
After placing second in my semi, I really thought I had a shot at the Top 10.
And I would've been in the top half if it wasn't for the RotW vote. But you know what? I'm just so pleased to have even qualified that I'm not upset at all. Thank you Basil and Syr for your
.
Yas! My
! This is the Turkmen banger worthy of an awesome inclusion in the top half. So happy for you, Gil.
Overrated. It doesn't really have that "wow" moment for me that others apparently see/hear.
A strong, uplifting song. There's really nothing wrong with it, so I don't mind its placement.
I was already enamored that this song bears a distinct Latin identity, so to see this do so well and place 12th is really awesome. Arguello, you're really doing Mexico justice.
So close to the top 10! Relatively one of the weaker K-pop bangers, but this one is still strong enough that I gave it
.
What a turnaround! This literally would've NQ'd in the semi if the RotW didn't save you.
But that meant it robbed Canada ugh I'm so conflicted. However, I'm so so happy you qualified because this deserves to do well. I'm so glad my
was enough to propel you into the Top 10. This is epic, cinematic, and so different from past Romanian entries. I applaud you.
I knew this was going to be in the Top 10, and I wouldn't be mad since this came close to my personal Top 10. This and Mexico served Latin excellence. Colombia in particular really brought that magic. Also, I believe you brought Colombia their best result. Well done, Syr!
You're winning me over. I gave this
and I have no regrets. I don't know what the lyrics mean exactly, but this song sounds so elegant. I find this better than your entry from last month. It catches my attention in such an intriguing way. Congrats on placing in the Top 10 again even as an AQ.
My
. Despite Rina being sent so often, she manages to have songs that just slap so good. Congrats on your second consecutive placement in the Top 10, Vuka.
Not surprised to see this place so high. You were one of the favorites (at least from my observations), so you deserve this placement. Well done, Mihai. So are you sticking with Nicaragua, going back to Singapore, or switching to an entirely new country? You've got a whole month to decide!
Gia Woods' recent song placed lower than this? Well... I like that it brought that Middle Eastern flavor and infused some great pop elements, but this song isn't a home run for me, but your points say otherwise, so congratulations on reaching the Top 5!
It's catchy. It bops. It's empowering. It deserves to do well. Congratulations on getting 4th place, Vaios!
It's been a looong time since our top 3 were all winners of their respective semifinal. This is awesome!
My
!
Like Romania, this is a cinematic masterpiece. It deserves this high of a placement, and I would have been ecstatic to see this win.
5 POINTS. Five heartbreaking points. Sadly, my
wasn't enough.
Indonesia really snapped this edition with a unique electronic banger, and I wish it had been rewarded with a win. But hey, you tied Indonesia's best placement from two years ago. Maybe in two years, you'll finally secure
another second place a win. Sending love from your geographical neighbour.
( These two finishing in the Top 3 (should've been Top 2 ugh) is just so iconic considering their flags. We will likely (and sadly) never get this opportunity ever again. After seeing them win their respective semi, I've had a weird obsession in wanting to see both finish in Top 2. If both countries send amazing songs in the same edition again, I'll likely have that obsession again.) The song's folky vibe is such a standout in this final that I knew it would be a contender to win
and a threat to the twin flag top 2 that I wanted so bad that you mercilessly defeated. This almost got points from me. Personally, between the two Finnish winners, I prefer the first one that won in 2017 (for reference, it was "Rakas" by Haloo Helsinki!), but this one is a worthy addition to the winner's circle. Congratulations Dylan on not only your second win in NNMC, but for giving Finland its second win in NNMC history.
And I hope you all like my little message at the end that ties in the title of Finland's song. Probably the main reason Finland won right?
I look forward to organizing another edition
"When It's Time" to resume NNMC in July, but for now, it's break time from making videos and posts and stuff.