JOY Eurovision

15 May 2021

#OpenUp: Previewing the second half of Eurovision 2021 Semi Final 2

Music, Society & Culture

After weeks of preparing, we’re at the pointy end of the Eurovision year. Michael and Io jumped into the Melbourne studios to preview the final songs of the semi finals.

Which song is the most improved?

How does Michael shock Io?

Why is Io annoyed at people comparing Finland and Italy?

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The songs

🇷🇸 Hurricane – Loco Loco

https://twitter.com/JOY_Eurovision/status/1393477326701096968

🇬🇪 Tornike Kipiani – You

https://twitter.com/JOY_Eurovision/status/1393478825476976643

🇦🇱 Anxhela Peristeri – Karma

https://twitter.com/JOY_Eurovision/status/1393481066728488960

🇵🇹 The Black Mamba – Love Is On My Side

https://twitter.com/JOY_Eurovision/status/1393481974182858754

🇧🇬 VICTORIA – Growing Up Is Getting Old

https://twitter.com/JOY_Eurovision/status/1393483486346956801

🇫🇮 Blind Channel – Dark Side

https://twitter.com/JOY_Eurovision/status/1393485019541168138

🇱🇻 Samanta Tīna – The Moon Is Rising

https://twitter.com/JOY_Eurovision/status/1393486494334025730

🇨🇭 Gjon’s Tears – Tout l’Univers

https://twitter.com/JOY_Eurovision/status/1393488035442954240

🇩🇰 Fyr Og Flamme – Øve Os På Hinanden

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