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​​Welcome to Budapest
"Grandeur on the Danube"

Welcome to Budapest, the enchanting capital of Hungary, where the past and present gracefully intertwine to create a journey of endless discovery. This breathtaking city invites you to immerse yourself in its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture, promising an experience like no other. Budapest, often referred to as the "Paris of the East," boasts an architectural wonderland that will leave you awestruck. The iconic Chain Bridge, connecting Buda and Pest, is a symbol of unity that offers spellbinding views of the city. Explore the grandeur of Buda Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and wander through the Fisherman's Bastion with its fairytale-like towers and panoramic vistas. As you stroll along the Danube Promenade, you'll encounter the breathtaking Hungarian Parliament Building, an architectural masterpiece that illuminates the city's skyline at night. The enchanting Matthias Church and its colorful roof tiles add to the city's picturesque charm. Budapest is a spa capital, renowned for its thermal baths that offer relaxation and rejuvenation. The Széchenyi Thermal Bath, Gellért Thermal Bath, and Rudas Thermal Bath are just a few of the soothing retreats waiting to pamper you. Indulge your taste buds in Budapest's vibrant culinary scene. Savor mouthwatering goulash, the national dish of Hungary, and relish delectable chimney cakes from street vendors. Explore the bustling Great Market Hall, where the aroma of paprika and fresh produce fills the air. Budapest is a city of festivals and cultural events. Don't miss the Budapest Wine Festival, a celebration of Hungary's rich wine culture, or immerse yourself in the Budapest International Documentary Festival for a taste of local and global cinema. The city's arts and music scene is world-class. Attend a classical concert at the Hungarian State Opera House or enjoy a performance at the Palace of Arts. Budapest's ruin pubs, tucked away in abandoned buildings, offer a unique nightlife experience. The city's green spaces provide a serene escape from the urban hustle. Margaret Island, nestled in the Danube, is a peaceful haven with gardens, fountains, and open-air theaters. Budapest warmly invites you to explore its fusion of history and contemporary vibrancy, offering a cultural journey that promises to be etched in your memory forever. So, set your sights on Budapest and let this Hungarian gem unveil its treasures to you. Your adventure begins in Budapest, where the past dances with the present in perfect harmony!
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Host City / Budapest, Hungary
Venue / Buda Castle
Hosts / Lola and Tamas Mester

Participating countries / 37
Debuting countries / Iran, Luxembourg and South Korea
Returning countries / Andorra, Australia, Belgium, Malta, Moldova, Morocco, Poland and Venezuela 
Withdrawing countries / Argentina, Bulgaria, Canada, Cyprus, Estonia, Iceland, San Marino and United Kingdom

Debuting players / Amy for Poland, Carsten for Luxembourg, Deo for Malta, Julian for Andorra, Laila for Iran and Min You for South Korea
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Returning Artists

Mihai Traistariu / for Romania / placing 11th
Tina Karol / for Ukraine / placing 17th
Tokio Hotel / for Germany / placing 8th

The Result

Countries receiving most 12 points / Ukraine, 3
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / Portugal and Monaco
Countries receiving points from most juries / Finland, 16
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / United States in 16th place with 10 points from Portugal and Romania as highest marks
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Portugal in 15th place getting 12 points from Spain

This was a very interesting voting, as - even though it was a fierce battle between Turkey and Sweden for most of the way - the top marks were thrown all over the place. This meant that the top 15 all received at least one time 12 points! It was, however, Turkey, who finished on top, while Finland sneaked into the runner-up position ahead of Sweden, who took home the bronze. Romania and Ireland rounded out the top 5.

Turkey is one of the founding members, having missed only one edition since. They reached the top 10 in the first edition and won their first medal in GM06, when Sertab Erener took the silver with the current HoD, Khalid, taking over the delegation. Another silver medal followed in GM09 and after a string of top 10 results, Turkey again stepped onto the medaltable ladder climbing one step each time for the last 3 editions. GM13 gave Turkey a bronze medal, GM14 saw them as runner-up and now - thanks to Murat Boz - Turkey takes the last step to the top of the scoreboard as Global Music Champions. Well done Turkey, Murat Boz and Khalid!

The Winner

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Scoreboards and Live Voting

Live voting
Scoreboard final
​Scoreboard semi final

Voting

In the semi final, give 1 vote to the 14 songs, you think should qualify.
In the final, give 12, 10, 8...1 point for your top 10 and choose 3 substitutes
The voting forms are here / Semi final and Final​

Watching the Videos

All the videos except the South Korean and Lithuanian ones are in the YouTube playlist at TVGlobalMusic
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The Final

01
Turkey
Murat Boz
Aski bulamam ben
​100 points
02
Finland
Agnes
I thought we were lovers
89 points
03
Sweden
Cameron Cartio & Cheb Khaled
Henna
​84 points
04
Romania
Mihai Traistariu
Dimmi si o no
79 points
05
Ireland
Enya
May it be
77 points
06
Ukraine
Tina Karol
Vishe oblakov
72 points
07
Israel
Astral Projection & Zehava Ben
Mahamudra
67 points
08
Monaco
Najoua Belyzel
Je ferme les yeux
​65 points
09
Norway
Aleksander Denstad
A little too perfect
​63 points
10
Denmark
YouKnowWho
Finally it's Christmas again
62 points
11
Albania
Julka
Ekzistoj
56 points
12
Hungary
Baby Gabi
Gyere es jatssz
​55 points
13
Croatia
Vanna
Kao da me nema
55 points
14
Greece
Sakis Rouvas
Antexa
​54 points
15
Portugal
Luciana Abreu
Quando eu te vejo
49 points
16
United States
The Pussycat Dolls
Buttons
43 points
17
Andorra
La Oreja De Van Gogh
Muñeca de trapo
40 points
18
Lebanon
Haifa Wehbe
Hoa el zaman
​37 points
19
Netherlands
K-Otic
Call for me
​36 points
20
Bosnia-Herzegovina
Valentino
Mirise na tebe
32 points
21
Spain
Nena Daconte
En qué estrella estará
31 points
22
Italy
Cristina D'Avena
All' arrembaggio!
30 points
DNF
Luxembourg
Urban Trad
Kerua

DNF
Poland
Gosia Andrzejewicz
Latino

The Semi Final

01
Finland
Agnes
I thought we were lovers
23 votes
02
Ireland
Enya
May it be
​22 votes
03
Ukraine
Tina Karol
Vishe oblakov
​21 votes
03
Romania
Mihai Traistariu
Dimmi si o no
​21 votes
05
Denmark
YouKnowWho
Finally it's Christmas again
​19 votes
05
Luxembourg
Urban Trad
Kerua
19 votes
05
Andorra
La Oreja De Van Gogh
Muñeca de trapo
​19 votes
05
Albania
Julka
Ekzistoj
​19 votes
05
Israel
Astral Projection & Zehava Ben
Mahamudra
​19 votes
10
United States
The Pussycat Dolls
Buttons
​17 votes
10
Spain
Nena Daconte
En qué estrella estará
​17 votes
10
Poland
Gosia Andrzejewicz
Latino
​17 votes
13
Italy
Cristina D'Avena
All' arrembaggio!
​16 votes
13
Bosnia-Herzegovina
Valentino
Mirise na tebe
​16 votes
15
Portugal
Luciana Abreu
Quando eu te vejo
​15 votes
16
South Korea
Kim Hyun Jung
Pungseongwa keopeul ring
14 votes

16
Lithuania
Mango
Laiminga be taves
14 votes

18
Belgium
Lisa del Bo
Vlinder
13 votes

19
France
Pascal Obispo
1980
12 votes

19
Australia
INXS
Suicide blonde
12 votes

21
Slovenia
Domen Kumer
Do portoroza
11 votes

22
Venezuela
Mermelada Bunch
Comando borracho
8 votes

23
Macedonia
Karolina Goceva & DJ Babura
Ajde da letame
7 votes

DNF
Iran
Arash
Temptation
18 votes

DNF
Malta
Indigo
Scarecrow
15 votes

DNF
Germany
Tokio Hotel
Durch den Monsum
15 votes

DNF
Moldova
Natalia Barbu
Ingerul meu
15 votes

DNF
Morocco
Chico
It's Chico time
13 votes

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