​​Welcome to Munich
"Bavarian Heritage"

Welcome to Munich, where Bavarian traditions, modern sophistication, and a rich cultural tapestry combine to create an unforgettable experience. This dynamic city, set against the backdrop of the Bavarian Alps, invites you to explore its historical treasures, world-class arts, and legendary beer gardens. Munich is a city where the past and present coexist harmoniously. Stroll through the charming streets of the Old Town, where centuries-old architecture like the Frauenkirche and the Nymphenburg Palace evoke the grandeur of Bavaria's history. Discover the iconic Glockenspiel at Marienplatz, a testament to Munich's vibrant heritage. The heart of Munich beats with a rich cultural scene. Explore world-class museums, including the Alte Pinakothek and the Deutsches Museum, which house impressive collections of art, science, and technology. The city's theaters and music venues offer captivating performances that reflect Germany's artistic spirit. Munich's culinary scene is a feast for the senses. Savor traditional Bavarian dishes like schnitzel, sausages, and pretzels, all accompanied by a stein of local beer. Explore the bustling Viktualienmarkt, where fresh produce, artisanal cheeses, and regional specialties await. Nature enthusiasts will be captivated by Munich's picturesque surroundings. The nearby Bavarian Alps offer hiking, skiing, and breathtaking views of mountain landscapes. The serene Englischer Garten, one of the world's largest urban parks, provides a tranquil escape in the heart of the city. As night falls, Munich's nightlife comes alive. Join the locals in celebrating life at legendary beer gardens like the Hofbräuhaus or unwind in cozy bars, where craft beers and Bavarian schnapps flow freely. The city's vibrant nightlife ensures a memorable evening for all. In Munich, history and innovation blend seamlessly, creating a city that's both deeply rooted in its past and forward-thinking in its approach. It's a place where you'll find warm welcomes, rich traditions, and endless opportunities for exploration. So, pack your bags, embrace the allure, and let Munich's captivating charm and boundless wonders captivate your heart. Your German adventure begins here, in this remarkable city at the heart of Bavaria.

Host City / Munich, Germany
Venue / Allianz Arena
Hosts / Julia Stegner and Lou Bega

Participating countries / 51
Debuting countries / Ivory Coast
Returning countries / Algeria, Azerbaijan, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Eritrea, Estonia, Guyana, Lithuania, Netherlands, Norway and Ukraine
Countries taking a break / Belarus, Belgium, Iceland, Luxembourg, Mali, Monaco and Russia

Debuting players / Becir for Bosnia-Herzegovina
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Returning Artists

Elena Paparizou / 7 times for Greece and 3 times for Cyprus / Global Music Champion

Pitbull / twice for Cuba and Spain and once for Puerto Rico and India / Global Music Champion
Tiziano Ferro / 4 times for Italy and twice for San Marino / his best result being 6th

Camila / 4 times for Mexico and once for Brazil / Global Music Champion
Jennifer Lopez / 4 times for Puerto Rico and once for Cuba / Global Music Champion
Malú / 3 times for Andorra and twice for Spain / Silver Medallist

Miriam Cani / for Albania / Global Music Champion

Antonia / for Romania / her best result being 14th
Aynur Aydin / for Turkey / Global Music Champion
Kaliopi / for Macedonia / her best result being 14th
Ricky Martin / for Puerto Rico / not qualifying for the final
Rossa / for Indonesia / her best result being 13th
Sylwia Grzeszczak / for Poland / Bronze Medallist

Andriëtte Norman / for South Africa / her best result being 8th
Caylana / for Bosnia-Herzegovina / her best result being 17th
Claudia Leitte / for Brazil / not qualifying for the final
Ellyland / for Azerbaijan / her best result being 20th
Jann Arden / for Canada / her best result being 18th

Alessandra Amoroso / for Italy / placing 6th
Dana International / for Israel / placing 21st
Dania Giò / for Switzerland / Silver Medallist
Ed Sheeran / for United Kingdom / placing 12th
Ida / for Denmark / placing 16th
John Legend / for United States / Silver Medallist
Judy Buendía / for Venezuela / not qualifying for the final
Magdolna Rúzsa / for Hugary / placing 20th
Oonagh / for Germany / Global Music Champion
Sandra Nurmsalu / for Estonia / placing 7th
Soha / for Algeria / not qualifying for the final

The Result

Countries receiving most 12 points / 
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / 
Countries receiving points from most juries / 
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / 
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / 

The voting was pretty one-sided, as Sweden took home one of the biggest victories in the history of the contest. United States took the silver medal and the bronze went to Hungary with Estonia and Portugal rounding out the top 5.

Sweden is a founding member of Global Music and for the first 19 editions, they didn't miss a single contest, racking up 5 trophies in the process! In fact, they kicked off their Global Music career with a gold medal for One More Time. For the next couple of editions they finished outside the top 10, only to bounce back in GM04, winning the silver, and then another gold in GM06 for Jessica Folcker. Their second victory was followed by several other top 10 results and a third gold medal in GM12, when Basshunter finished on top. Back to back victories followed in GM17 and 18 by Carola and Lena Philipsson respectively. With a new HoD, Sweden took their 6th gold medal in GM29 with Sanna Nielsen. Shortly after Sweden did an "Irish ESC" and won three editions in a row! These trophies were won by Danny, Sanna Nielsen and  Sibel from GM32 through GM34. Only 5 editions later, in GM39, Sweden finished on top for the 10th time with Agnes Carlsson, and she became the third Double Global Music Champion, joining fellow Swede, Sanna Nielsen and Australia's Delta Goodrem in this exclusive club, when she struck gold again in GM50. In GM85 current HoD, José, took over and this is his third medal for Sweden but the first of gold. It is, however, the second gold medal for Elena Paparizou as a solo artist, but she also has one as part of the duo Antique. Well done Sweden, Elena Paparizou and José Manuel!

The Winner

Scoreboards and Live Voting

Live voting
Scoreboard final
Scoreboard semi final one
Scoreboard semi final two​

Voting

12, 10, 8...1 point for your top 10
In the final you also have to choose 3 substitutes
The voting forms are here / Semi final and Final​

Watching the Videos

All the videos except Croatia's and Macedonia's are in the YouTube playlist at TVGlobalMusic

The Final

01
Sweden
Elena Paparizou
Survivor
196 points

02
United States
Lee DeWyze
Me and my jealousy
125 points

03
Hungary
Magdolna Rúzsa
Szerelem
120 points

04
Estonia
Sandra Nurmsalu
Kui tuuled pöörduvad
108 points

05
Portugal
Carla Moreno
Sobrevivo
103 points

06
Turkey
Aynur Aydin
Better
103 points

07
Denmark
Ida
Maybe I like it
102 points

08
Finland
Apocalyptica feat. Doug Robb
Not strong enough
100 points

09
Poland
Sylwia Grzeszczak
Sen o przyszlosci
98 points

10
Germany
Oonagh
Gäa
​96 points

11
Mexico
Camila
Decidiste dejarme
91 points

12
Eritrea
Senit
La mia città è cambiata
90 points

13
Ghana
Ivy Quainoo
Wildfires
89 points

14
Andorra
Malú
Me fuí
87 points

15
Guyana
Sandhja
Hold me
86 points

16
Switzerland
Ivyrise feat. Dania Giò
Line up the stars
83 points

17
Bosnia-Herzegovina
Caylana
Who I am
75 points

18
Puerto Rico
Ricky Martin
Volverás
75 points

19
Colombia
Carlos Vives
La foto de los dos
74 points

20
France
Corson
Raise me up
66 points

21
San Marino
Alessandra Amoroso
Amore puro
​59 points

22
Canada
Jann Arden
You love me back
56 points

23
Albania
Miriam Cani
Labirint
​55 points

24
Liechtenstein
Aneta Sablik
The one
44 points

25
Italy
Tiziano Ferro feat. John Legend
Karma
41 points

26
Romania
Antonia feat. Jay Sean
Wild horses
40 points

Semi Final One

01
Sweden
Elena Paparizou
Survivor
151 points

02
United States
Lee DeWyze
Me and my jealousy
​93 points

03
Finland
Apocalyptica feat. Doug Robb
Not strong enough
​93 points

04
Guyana
Sandhja
Hold me
​90 points

05
France
Corson
Raise me up
​84 points

06
Liechtenstein
Aneta Sablik
The one
​80 points

07
Mexico
Camila
Decidiste dejarme
​75 points

08
Bosnia-Herzegovina
Caylana
Who I am
​70 points

09
Canada
Jann Arden
You love me back
​69 points

10
Ghana
Ivy Quainoo
Wildfires
​68 points

11 / Wildcard
Eritrea
Senit
La mia città è cambiata
​60 points

12
South Africa
Andriëtte Norman
Sewe oseane
​57 points

13
Venezuela
Judy Buendía
Intangible
​56 points

14
Norway
Frida Amundsen
What if
​55 points

15
Greece
Hashtag
H glossa tou somatos
​50 points

16
Netherlands
Mr Probz
Waves
49 points

17
Spain
Antonio Orozco
Llegará
​47 points

18
Brazil
Pitbull
feat. Claudia Leitte & Jennifer Lopez
We are one
​46 points

19
Lithuania
GJan
Tatoo
​41 points

20
Croatia
Angels
Bomba
​39 points

21
Cyprus
Salina
Pio psila
​39 points

22
Kosovo
Antigona Sejdiu
Unë besoj në dashuri
​23 points

23
Czech Republic
Adam Misik
Já nechci víc
​15 points

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Semi Final Two

01
Estonia
Sandra Nurmsalu
Kui tuuled pöörduvad
​116 points

02
Poland
Sylwia Grzeszczak
Sen o przyszlosci
​113 points

03
Hungary
Magdolna Rúzsa
Szerelem
​94 points

04
Colombia
Carlos Vives
La foto de los dos
​94 points

05
Turkey
Aynur Aydin
Better
​86 points

06
Romania
Antonia feat. Jay Sean
Wild horses
​84 points

07
Puerto Rico
Ricky Martin
Volverás
​84 points

08
Italy
Tiziano Ferro feat. John Legend
Karma
80 points

09
Portugal
Carla Moreno
Sobrevivo
​80 points

10
Switzerland
Ivyrise feat. Dania Giò
Line up the stars
​75 points

11
Australia
5 Seconds of Summer
She looks so perfect
73 points

12
United Kingdom
Ed Sheeran
I see fire
​72 points

13
South Korea
Lena Park
Moon
​64 points

14
Macedonia
Kaliopi
Moeto ime e more
​56 points

15
Chile
Javiera Mena
Luz de piedra de luna
​53 points

16
Israel
Dana International & Yardena Arazi
When men dance
49 points

17
Algeria
Soha feat. Antoine Essertier
Mil pasos
44 points

18
Azerbaijan
Mr. Da-Nos feat. Ellyland
Outta control
​43 points

19
Ivory Coast
Dobet Gnahoré
Samahani
​40 points

20
Ukraine
The Hardkiss
Make-up
​37 points

21
Indonesia
Rossa feat. Pasha
Terlanjur cinta
​35 points

22
Argentina
Astor Piazzolla
Violentango
​20 points

23
India
Arijit Singh
Jiya
​16 points