Welcome to our new series of posts!
The moment of truth has arrived, and all 37 competing songs for Eurovision 2025 have been revealed.
So we are ready for an extended review of them and a ranking of the songs.
Each post in the series will focus on 5-6 songs.
This 5th post will focus on 6 of the countries competing in semi-final 2: Australia, Austria, Czechia, Denmark, Finland
You can find the previous chapters here:
- Part 1: Azerbaijan, Croatia, Poland, Slovenia, Ukraine
- Part 2: Albania, Cyprus, Estonia, Portugal, San Marino
- Part 3: Belgium, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and The Netherlands
- Part 4: Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Montenegro, Serbia
Go-Jo – Milkshake Man
Go-Jo (real name: Marty Zambotto) is a 29-year-old Australian-French singer, songwriter and producer.
He was born to an Australian mother and a French father.
Besides music, Go-Jo is a professional Australian rules football player.
He started working on music in 2016, and is known for his guitar-centric original songs and covers (like “Iris” By Goo Goo Dolls and “Mrs. Hollywood” by Bondi Beach).
He has released song original songs like: “Cry About” and “Lover Man.
In 2025, he was internally selected to represent Australia in Eurovision 2025. He will perform “Milkshake Man”:
Allocation in Semi-Final
Australia was allocated to perform in the 1st position in semi-final 2.
The country will perform before Montenegro.
Initial Personal Ranking
19th overall, 12th in semi-final 2
Musical Review
- It is a synth-pop song.
- The song starts with the xylophone playing an ice cream van sound. The first verse opens with moderated beats while Go-Jo effortlessly sings in a mid-tone voice. The first pre-chorus begins with a female choir backing singing; The melody is based on drums and bass. The majority of the singing is mostly speaking. The first chorus opens with synth sounds and beats, he sings it with a very low tone of voice. It continues with a more intense singing, and the lyrics become more repetitive. The backing vocals supporting him.
- The ice cream van sound appears again. The second verse features more effects over his voice. The second pre-chorus is based on synth elements and backing choir singing, while Go-Jo sings in a more confident interpretation. The second chorus opens with a notably low tone of singing. The melody is based on bass, drums, and a semi-electric beat.
- The bridge is based on the reciting of a female vocalist in French. Thereafter, it is transformed into the structure of Q&A, with him leading the questions part. This part is cut by bold electronic synth sound, which is also based on electronic guitar. Thereafter, we get an additional chorus. This time, the melody is much more bolder. based on powerful synth elements.
- Overall, the subtext of the song can’t be ignored, especially with the visuals from the official music video. The song tries to pave the way between a funny, entertaining entry to something more serious. In some parts, it sounds like the use of effects was too wide, especially when the vocals don’t sound natural. The chorus is catchy, but the instrumental part isn’t strong enough (besides the last chorus). It is probably a song that will mostly speak to the public.
Poetry Analysis
The song uses the metaphor of a milkshake to symbolize joy, happiness, and positivity. It invites the readers/listeners to embrace life and take it less seriously.
The song opens with a sense of intimacy – “Take a sip from my special cup”. One can understand that the narrator suggests a magical solution that can uplift other’s moods.
It seems like the addressee has low energy, but it won’t take much to improve the situation – “I heard that you could use a little pick me up”.
The lyrics mention different flavors of milkshake to symbolize different experiences in life. It can be interpreted in two forms: Different kinds of issues that can be solved, or either that happiness and joy can come in different forms (just like milkshake).
The repetition of the “milk shake man” might suggests that’s more than physical person, it is a state of mind.
The song puts an important idea in its front. It isn’t only about living life in positive way, but also find a way to uplift the spirit of others.
The impact of the allocation in semi-final 2
Among the countries that usually vote for Australia, 5 of them will vote in semi-final 2: Denmark, Finland, the UK, Israel, and Germany.
Betting Odds
The song was revealed as the Australian entry for Eurovision 2025 on February 25th, 2025.
The song debuted in the 8th place, and then started losing one place per day.
Between March 1st and Mach 5th, Australia has been ranked in the 13th-15th places.
Since March 6th, Australia has moved in the range of 16th-20th place, 17th on average.
Early Prediction
On the one hand, Australia brought a public-vote-friendly song. For the 3rd year in a row, the semi-finals will be determined by 100% public vote. Go Jo will open the semi-final, which might benefit (but also make him forgotten by the end of the show).
On the other hand, he might struggle with the vocals. The song is a difficult one to stage correctly, as staging might be too simple or either too ornate.
Therefore, it possible that Australia will qualify, but at the same time, I can see this a surprising non-qualifier.
Prediction: Australia will be a borderline qualifier/non-qualifier. If Australia qualifies, it will be 19-26 in the final.
JJ – Wasted Love
JJ (real name: Johannes Pietsch) is a 23-year-old singer and a performer in the Vienna State Opera. He was born to an Austrian father and a mother from the Philippines.
He was born in Vienna and spent some years in Dubai.
In 2021, he participated in the music show Starmania, just like Teya and Salena!
He has appeared in productions such as Die Zauberflöte, Von der Liebe Tod, and Tschick.
JJ combines opera and pop in his music.
In 2025, he was internally selected to represent Austria in Eurovision 2025 with the song “Wasted Love”
Allocation in Semi-Final
Austria was allocated to perform in the 6th position in semi-final 2
They will perform after Armenia, and before the UK (automatic qualifier)
Initial Personal Ranking
2nd overall, 1st in semi-final 2
Musical Review
- It is an opera-pop song, with techno influecnes.
- The song opens in a minimalistic way, based on piano playing with melancholic chords. Later on, soft percussion elements are added. JJ opens the singing part with a tender and soft mid-high tone of voice. The melody is sparse and lets us delve into an emotional world. The first pre-chorus features orchestral string elements alongside subtle layers of faint electronic pulses. JJ‘s vocals are floating above, while the atmosphere becomes more dramatic.
- The first chorus is operatic. The vocals are bold, and he sings in a high pitch. Sometimes, it is a bit hard to understand the lyrics. The melody is based on a wide use of orchestra elements, as tell as trombone.
- The second verse arrives after a short pause. He sings this part in a lower tone of voice. We have some layers over his voice, featuring some backing vocals. The melody is based on strings, keyboards, and piano. Towards the end, we get some layers of electronic production, which hints at the upcoming genre fusion. The second chorus is more dramatic, both on the singing part and both on the melody aspect. The second chorus reaches a powerful climax: orchestral and electronic elements intertwine, creating a rich melody. JJ’s voice reaches its peak, delivering high notes with operatic strength. The fusion of classical and contemporary sounds exemplifies the song’s innovative approach.
- Toward the end, the song undergoes a dramatic change, from a tense string melody to a techno-rave electronic piece, which is based on pre-recorded vocals.
- This is one of the few songs that gave me winner vibes this year. The almost unbelievable combination of lyrical ballad, opera, and techno elements surprises the listener. The opera part isn’t too heavy, and the drama builds gradually. The song will probably be more appealing to the jury rather than the public.
Poetry Analysis
The song describes the story of a broken-hearted guy or tells the story of an impossible love. The song opens with the imagery “I am an ocean of love/ and you scared of water” – This phrase shows the deep difference between the narrator and the addressee. It can also be evidence of physical distance. The “ocean of love” suggests that the narrator has an abundance of love to give. While the addressee has fear or intimacy. This leaves the narrator drowning in his feelings.
“I reach out my hand/ But you watch me grow distant” – The narrator asks for help, like someone who is about to drown, but the addressee does nothing and just becomes farther.
The narrator keeps wondering why his lover does nothing about this. He is left brokenhearted and feels like their story is a wasted love story.
In the second verse, the emotional landscape of the narrator is described as well. However, this time it seems like he is more positive about the future – “Still, I’m holdin’ on to hope”.
The impact of the allocation in semi-final 2
Among the countries that usually vote for Austria, 5 of them will vote in semi-final 2: Australia, Israel, Lithuania, Denmark, and the UK.
Betting Odds
Austria selected its song for Eurovision 2025 on March 6th, 2025.
Austria debuted in 3rd place for a day, spent one day in 2nd place, and another day as the winner. Ever since then, Austria has been stable in the 2nd place with the bookies.
Early Prediction
It isn’t even a question. Austria will qualify for the final.
I am not sure whether it can win the semi-final, as opera songs usually do well, but not that well.
Austria has the potential to win the jury vote due to incredible vocals, fine production, and meaningful text. However, they must find a way to make his performance more charismatic.
Prediction: 1-6 in the final
Adonxs – Kiss Kiss Goodbye
ADONXS (real name: Adam Pavlovčin) is a 29-year-old Slovak singer.
He is openly gay and sees his gender as a key factor in his artistic identity.
Between 2015 and 2020, he was the lead singer of the alternative band Pace, which is based in London.
He rose to fame in Czechia and Slovakia in 2021 when he won “SuperStar”
In 2022, he released his debut album as a solo singer – “Age of Adonxs”.
Besides music, he also has a rich experience in modeling and dancing.
In 2022, he won multiple awards as “Best Male Singer”, “Best New Artist,” as well as being featured in “Forbes Under 30” in the music category.
He mentions Woodkid, Florence and The Machine, Birdy, Lorde, London Grammar, Dua Lipa and others as his biggest music inspirations.
In 2025, he was internally selected to represent Czechia in Eurovision 2025.
He will perform “Kiss Kiss Goodbye”.
Allocation in Semi-Final
Czechia was allocated to perform in the 12th position, after Denmark and before Luxembourg.
Initial Personal Ranking
11th overall, 8th in semi-final 2.
Musical Review
- It is a mid-tempo pop song.
- The song opens with an intimate tone, the melody is based on bass and synth elements, and ADONXS sings in a bold, low tone of voice emotionally. It continues to a more passionate interpretation. The melody is based on drums, percussion, and synth elements alongside keyboards. He sings this part in a mid-tone of voice, while being supported by backing vocals.
- The first pre-chorus is more laid-back. He sings it more emotionally in 2 different forms: The starting of each part is performed in a thick, low tone of voice, while the other part is performed with more soul elements and a higher tone of voice. The melody is based on keyboards and soft electronic elements,
- The first chorus opens with the main phrase. ADONXS is supported by a rich choir backing singing. He sings more powerfully. The melody is based on drums and synth elements. The beats add a more rhythmic dimension to the composition.
- The second verse continues in the more energetic direction from the first chorus. The melody is based on deeper synth sounds and fragmented singing. The second verse follows and ADONXS opens it with falsetto-like singing, which is completed by a lower tone of singing.
- The second chorus follows. This time, he sings it with longer notes. The chorus is based on rich instruments: drums, synth elements, and keyboards. He is supported by backing singers. From there, it continues to a dance break, which sets the tone for more danceable beats with some digital effects. The bridge is more laid-back, the production is simpler, and the melody is based on piano playing. He sings it emotionally with crystal-clear singing. It continues to high-love notes vocal decorations. This part of the song features some classic elements like piano and string elements. The song ends with one last chorus.
- Overall, the emotional journey in this song is one to mention. ADONXS succeeds in delivering storytelling through the different parts of the song. His vocal range is wide, from a quiet, low tone of voice to almost falsetto singing. The production is well-planned. The fact it lives on the narrow margin between pop ballad and mid-electro pop is something to mention. The only thing I would skip is the dance break, which sounds a bit dispatched from the whole package.
Poetry Analysis
The song talks about a relationship that ended and delves into the bitterness of farewells. The song starts with a sense of longing and nostalgia. The narrator reminisces about romantic moments with his previous lover from the past. The phrase “kiss, kiss goodbye” is used as a reminder of sweet affection from the past and the current separation. He is eager for the moment of union, but he is well aware of the impossibility. In the pre-chorus, the narrator tells us about the way he fell in love – “You seemed so holly / …. / when you said you love me”. The contrast between the welcoming kiss and the sorrow of goodbye emphasized the emotional experience that the narrator goes through. It also shows us the two faces of love: Beautiful moments vs. painful moments.
The second verse describes the abrasive nature of love – “Caught in a motion, you’re wearing mе out”. In the final chorus, the narrator realizes the situation: The relationship has ended, but will always be part of him. The main phrase is now used as a way to honor the past while looking forward to the future.
The impact of the allocation in semi-final 2
Among the countries that usually vote for Czechia, 4 of them will vote in semi-final 2: Israel, Finland, Austria, and Australia.
Betting Odds
The acoustic version of the song was revealed during “MESC 2025” on February 4th. The official Eurovision version was released on March 6th, 2025.
It started in the 14th, and then 12th place, Czechia has been ranked 7th to 10th place for 28 days, 8th on average. Thereafter, Czechia has moved in the range of 11th-17th place, 13th on average. Since April 12th, Czechia has been in around the 9th-10th place.
Early Prediction
Czechia brings a bold song to Basel, a fusion of modern pop and emotional ballad, with meaningful lyrics and great vocals. Czechia has a great allocation in the semi-final, as ADONXS will perform after 4 female vocalists (Malta, Georgia, France, Denmark) and will be followed by 3 female vocalists (Luxembourg, Israel, Germany). Therefore, he will stand out.
The song has a notable advantage, as it might have both jury and public vote appeal.
Prediction: Czechia will qualify for the final and will end in the 4th to 9th place in the final.
Sissal – Hallucination
Sissal Jóhanna Norðberg Niclasen (better known as Sissal) is a 30-year-old Faroese singer. She was born in Tórshavn, the capital of the Faroe Islands, and is the daughter of Faroese artist Mikkalina Norðberg.
She rose to fame in 2005 when she won the Faroese children’s singing competition “Nósa Barnaprix”. In 2010, she won the annual singing competition Ársins Songrødd.
In 2020, she moved to Copenhagen to work on her international career.
In 2025, she released her first EP, “Hear Me Now.”
She mentioned Dagny and Robyn as her biggest music inspirations.
In 2025, she won the Danish selection “Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2025”.
She will perform “Hallucination” at Eurovision 2025:
Allocation in Semi-Final
Denmark was allocated to perform in the 11th position after France (automatic qualifier) and before Czechia.
Initial Personal Ranking
8th overall, 7th in semi-final 2
Musical Review
- It is a dance-pop song, with electronic elements.
- The first verse is based on electric (and regular) keyboards playing and a constant moderated beat. She sings this part in a mid-low tone of warm voice. Sissal lengthens some of the words. There are some effects on her voice. The first pre-chorus is more rhythmic, and the production becomes more electronic. The beat grows until she reaches a long and high note. The first chorus is based on the beat from the first verse (in a faster variation) and keyboards playing. Sissal sings this more powerfully and more confidently. The melody also features some synth elements. For some reason, the chorus stops out of the blue.
- The second verse has a more sparse melody, and it lets her sing more freely with more manners. The electronic beats are bolder. The second chorus comes right after, and it is more of an EDM piece with a “well-defined” electronic beat and soulful singing. The post-chorus includes faster singing with echo effects and a denser (and danceable) beat. She is supported by backing vocals. The bridge is mainly based on synth and backing singing. She opens the last chorus with a softer singing. Thereafter, the beat slaps faster while she sings with soul elements.
- The song is quite catchy and memorable. I do see some similarities to well-known dance-pop songs from 2010-2015 (Loreen’s “Euphoria” included). In addition, the transition parts should be smoother. But to sum up, the song has a chance to qualify and go beyond! I can see both the jury and the public voting for this. Her live performance will be crucial, as this song relies on accurate vocals.
Poetry Analysis
The song describes the transformation one might experience while meeting someone who will impact her life. In the first verse, the narrator tells us about the journey she has gone through after meeting that person. She describes him as more than one can imagine (“More than meets the eye”). The metaphor “you open all the doors inside my mind” describes the deep exploration of feelings and thoughts she was led to. The imagery “colors never seen before” tells about the sense of discovery, excitement and exploration. It shows the beauty of being in love, where you learn to appreciate love more than usual. The narrator is aware to the fact that love might bias her feelings and judgement in life – “My vision’s blurry but I can see clearly/ Maybe I’m losing control”.
In the chorus, she delves more into these feelings. The guy she talks about is described as “hallucination”. This tells us about the thin margin between reality and fantasy. It makes her questioning her past beliefs and perceptions.
lyrics, as the narrator grapples with the disorienting feelings that accompany such a profound connection. – “I’m paranoid / Slipping from reality”. She adds “a new revolution” which tells us about the change she is about to go through.
“Worlds are changing/ Darkness fading/ I follow you to the end and now I’m changing” – She lets past fears and negativity go, white focusing on the reception of positivity, love and light.
The impact of the allocation in semi-final 2
Among the countries that usually vote for Denmark, 4 of them will vote in semi-final 2: Ireland, Latvia, Australia, and the UK.
Betting Odds
Denmark chose its Eurovision 2025 entry on March 1st, 2025.
The country was ranked 25th- 29th by the bookies, and in 27th place on average.
Early Prediction
Denmark last qualified for the final in 2019. As I see it, this year they are the closest to achieving qualification since then.
Sissal is a talented singer who is equipped with a sharp pop song. We know that the Danish delegation will revamp the concept of the staging. On the other hand, Denmark won’t have their most reliable allies in the semi-final: Sweden, Netherlands, Norway, and Iceland.
Semi-final 2 is full of female acts, some of them might challenge Denmark, such as Finland and Malta.
I think Denmark will end up in 8th-12th place in the semi-final.
If they qualify, they will end up in 15th-20th place in the final.
Erika Vikman – Ich Komme
Erika Susanna Vikman is a 32-year-old Finnish singer-songwriter.
Her mother was a Finnish Tango singer, while her sister Jennika is also a singer.
She rose to fame in 2013, when she competed in the Finnish version of “Idols” and finished in 7th place. In 2015, she competed in Tangomarkkinat (The oldest Tango festival in the world) and finished second. She went on to win the festival in 2016. Afterwards, she studied pop-jazz vocals at Pirkanmaa Music College
In 2017, she released her debut single “Ettei mee elämä hukkaan”.
In 2020, she signed a contract with Warner Music Finland. The same year, she competed in “UMK 2020” (The Finnish selection for Eurovision 2020) and ended in the 2nd place with the song “Cicciolina”.
In 2021, she released her debut album “Erika Vikman”, which topped the Finnish charts.
In 2025, she won the Finnish selection for Eurovision 2025 – “UMK 2025”.
She will perform “Ich Komme” in Eurovision 2025:
Allocation in Semi-Final
Finland was allocated to perform in the 16th (last) position in semi-final 2, after Serbia.
Initial Personal Ranking
15th overall, 9th in semi-final 2.
Musical Review
- It is a rave-Schlager song.
- The song ends with pre-recorded backing vocals choir. The melody is based on keyboards and a continuous beat. At the beginning, we hear a small electro drop that fades quickly. Erika opens the song with a considerably low tone of voice. Towards the end of the first verse, she uses longer notes with a higher tone. The melody is based on keyboards, electronic instruments, and sampled trumpet sounds. The pre-chorus starts more passionately with a lower-registry. The rate is faster. The chords are more darker and monotonous. The second chorus opens with longer notes. The melody is based on guitars, drums and keyboards. From time to timer, we hear the male choir singing “Ich Komme”.
- The third part of the song is the strongest one. It opens with recorded applause and whistles. The guitar riffs are wilder and faster. Erika opens it with singing in a mid-low tone of voice; her voice is covered with some effects. As this part progresses, the singing becomes faster and more “aggressive”. Towards the end, it becomes a “battle” between Erika and the backing vocals. She roars and the song stops out of the blue.
- The lyrics are quite sophisticated. Some may see it as “cheap” or “too sexual”. But I can see a lot of thoughts in it. The last part of the song gives the listener the experience of the most exciting part of having s*x. However, the song itself isn’t as catchy as I would want it to. I started digging into it more after the 3rd listen. Erika must “sell” it wisely with the visuals and staging.
Poetry Analysis
The song delves into the passion that love brings, but one can also understand it as a dedication to reaching some heights and peaks in intimate moments. The phrase “Ich Komme” (Eng: I am coming) serves as a central motif in the song. One can understand it in literal meaning or metaphorically. The metaphoric meaning talks about the arrival of love.
The song starts with the imagery of a romantic encounter in the night – “Night falls, heart beats, they fall in love”. This tells about the sense of passion and excitement, It also tells about the super powers that love brings, which van be beyond any nature force.
The song continues with playful and suggestive language. The metaphors like “starts in your eyes” and “let rhythm happen” encourages the reader/listener to enjoy the moment and live life.
The song goes into detail when it comes to the physical description – “and I’m on top of you”.
The pre-chorus talks about the deep connection and harmony that lovers might find – “When you come/ I’ll come with you”.
The impact of the allocation in semi-final 2
Among the countries that usually vote for Finland, 7 of them will vote in semi-final 2: Latvia, Serbia, Ireland, Denmark, Australia, Lithuania, and Czechia.
Betting Odds
Finland selected its Eurovision 2025 entry on February 8th.
The country was ranked 4th with the bookies during the first 3 days. Later, it went down to 2nd place over 11 days. Between February 23rd and March 8th, Finland was in the 3rd-5th place.
Since March 9th, it has been stable in the 6th place.
Early Prediction
Finland is a safe qualifier. Erika is charismatic and has a great stage presence. The song is catchy and memorable. The running order serves it faithfully.
In the final, the song will probably get more points from the public.
Prediction: 4-8 in the final, top 4 in semi-final 2
In the next chapter, we will review 5 additional countries of the countries from semi-final 2
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