Welcome to Sheffield
"City of Innovation and Greenery"
Welcome to Sheffield, the heart of South Yorkshire, where the spirit of industrial heritage meets vibrant modern culture in a city surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. Known for its rich history and iconic steel industry, Sheffield has transformed into a lively hub of creativity, music, and outdoor adventure, all waiting to be explored.
As you step into the city, you'll find yourself surrounded by a dynamic mix of architectural wonders. The sleek lines of modern buildings blend seamlessly with the red-brick charm of its industrial past. Sheffield's famous Winter Garden is a must-see, an urban oasis filled with exotic plants beneath a vast glass dome, offering a peaceful escape in the heart of the city.
Music pulses through Sheffield’s veins, having birthed legendary bands like Arctic Monkeys and Pulp. Dive into the city's vibrant music scene at one of its iconic live venues, from The Leadmill to the O2 Academy, where both local talent and international acts electrify the stage. Art enthusiasts will find inspiration at the Millennium Gallery, where contemporary exhibitions meet the city's proud steelwork legacy, or in the colorful street art that adorns its lively quarters.
Sheffield is also a foodie paradise, with its burgeoning independent café culture, buzzing food markets, and artisan breweries. Savor local specialties, from gourmet pies to craft beers, in one of the city’s many cozy pubs or chic eateries scattered across Kelham Island, a former industrial district now transformed into a trendy neighborhood filled with bars and eateries.
Nature lovers will find Sheffield a gateway to the stunning landscapes of the Peak District National Park, just a stone’s throw away. Explore rolling hills, rugged moors, and peaceful woodland trails, perfect for hiking, cycling, or simply soaking in the beauty of the English countryside.
Sheffield's warm, friendly locals and rich cultural offerings create an atmosphere that is both welcoming and exciting, where every corner of the city offers a new adventure. Whether you're here for the music, art, food, or outdoor activities, Sheffield promises an unforgettable experience. Welcome to Sheffield – where history, creativity, and nature come together to create a city like no other.
As you step into the city, you'll find yourself surrounded by a dynamic mix of architectural wonders. The sleek lines of modern buildings blend seamlessly with the red-brick charm of its industrial past. Sheffield's famous Winter Garden is a must-see, an urban oasis filled with exotic plants beneath a vast glass dome, offering a peaceful escape in the heart of the city.
Music pulses through Sheffield’s veins, having birthed legendary bands like Arctic Monkeys and Pulp. Dive into the city's vibrant music scene at one of its iconic live venues, from The Leadmill to the O2 Academy, where both local talent and international acts electrify the stage. Art enthusiasts will find inspiration at the Millennium Gallery, where contemporary exhibitions meet the city's proud steelwork legacy, or in the colorful street art that adorns its lively quarters.
Sheffield is also a foodie paradise, with its burgeoning independent café culture, buzzing food markets, and artisan breweries. Savor local specialties, from gourmet pies to craft beers, in one of the city’s many cozy pubs or chic eateries scattered across Kelham Island, a former industrial district now transformed into a trendy neighborhood filled with bars and eateries.
Nature lovers will find Sheffield a gateway to the stunning landscapes of the Peak District National Park, just a stone’s throw away. Explore rolling hills, rugged moors, and peaceful woodland trails, perfect for hiking, cycling, or simply soaking in the beauty of the English countryside.
Sheffield's warm, friendly locals and rich cultural offerings create an atmosphere that is both welcoming and exciting, where every corner of the city offers a new adventure. Whether you're here for the music, art, food, or outdoor activities, Sheffield promises an unforgettable experience. Welcome to Sheffield – where history, creativity, and nature come together to create a city like no other.
Host City / Sheffield, United Kingdom
Venue / Utilita Arena Sheffield
Hosts / Cheryl Cole and Harry Styles
Participating countries / 44
Returning countries / Andorra, Burundi, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Lithuania and Luxembourg
Withdrawing countries / Rwanda
Debuting players / Brenda for Luxembourg and Miguel for Iceland
Venue / Utilita Arena Sheffield
Hosts / Cheryl Cole and Harry Styles
Participating countries / 44
Returning countries / Andorra, Burundi, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Lithuania and Luxembourg
Withdrawing countries / Rwanda
Debuting players / Brenda for Luxembourg and Miguel for Iceland
Returning Artists
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Annalisa Scarrone / 11 times for San Marino and 8 times for Italy / Global Music Champion
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Alan Walker / 8 times for Norway, twice for China and once for United Kingdom, South Korea and United States / Silver Medallist
INNA / 10 times for Romania and once for Mexico, Puerto Rico and Netherlands / 5th place |
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Celeste Buckingham / 4 times for Switzerland and 3 times for Slovakia / 17th place
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Soni Malaj / for Albania / 4th place
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Aura Dione / for Denmark / Double Silver Medallist
Jovani / for Lithuania / Double Global Music Champion Lady Gaga / 3 times for United States and once for South Korea / Silver Medallist Matteo Bocelli / for Italy / 4th place |
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Andreea Banica / for Romania / 11th place
Angèle / twice for Belgium and once for Luxembourg / 5th place Bruno Mars / for Puerto Rico / 11th place Lara Ivanova / for North Macedonia / Silver Medallist Rosalía Tobella / twice for Andorra and once for Spain / 18th place Tove Lo / for Sweden / 11th place |
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BINI / for Philippines / Semi Finalist
Burak Yeter / for Turkey / Semi Finalist DARA / for Bulgaria / 6th place Dia Frampton / for South Korea / 7th place Joya Marleen / for Switzerland / Silver Medallist Lake Malawi / for Czech Republic / 9th place Tyler Shaw / for Canada / 4th place |
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Adrianna Foster / for Mexico / 13th place
aespa / for Japan / Semi Finalist Alain Delon / for Monaco / 15th place Ásdís María Vidarsdottir / for Germany / 7th place Axel Tony / for Cameroon / Semi Finalist James TW / for United Kingdom / 8th place Leony / for Liechtenstein / 6th place Peder Elias / for Norway / 8th place Polnalyubvi / for Russia / 16th place Sara'h / for Algeria / 22nd place Tananai / for Italy / Semi Finalist Tobias Topic / for Liechtenstein / 24th place |
DEADLINESSeptember 17th:
Vote in the semi finals September 28th: Vote in the final October 4th: Submit a song for the next edition |
VotingGive 12, 10, 8...1 point for your top 10
In the final you also have to choose 3 substitutes Voting forms: Semi final Final |
Songs & Videos |
Live Voting |
Scoreboards |
The Result
Countries receiving most 12 points / Burundi, 5
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / Switzerland and Bulgaria
Countries receiving points from most juries / Denmark, 19
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / Italy in 3rd with 10 points from Denmark, Burundi, Malawi and Turkey as highest marks
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Philippines in 26th getting 12 points from South Korea
Czech Republic received the first douze points and naturally took the lead. However, that lead changed hands an incredible 14 times throughout the jury voting! Lithunia, Israel, Russia, Indonesia, Italy and Canada all held the number one position at some point, but when all juries had awarded their points, it was Lithuania who had the highest score. Denmark, Canada, Australia and Indonesia were all within the magical 12 points though, and once again the televote had the power to change everything. Interestingly, none of the jury top 5 appeared in the top 5 of the televote! Belgium, who had finished 7th with the juries, was the overall favourite with the public, and was followed by Russia (15th), Czech Republic (21st), Burundi (6th) and Italy (9th). The jury top 5 country placing highest in the televote was Denmark in 13th place, and as Lithunia finished a dismal 23rd, Belgium lept over the entire jury top 5 to claim their 4th trophy in only 14 editions! Burundi was not far behind taking the silver in their first top 20 finish ever. Italy won the bronze - their first medal since GM167 - and Denmark and Canada rounded out the top 5.
Belgium was one of the founding members of the contest, though they skipped a few editions in the early days and also changed HoD quite often. They won their first medal - one of silver - when Lara Fabian came close to victory in GM23, and until their first victory in their 50th attempt, Belgium only achieved 8 top 10 results. It was Tom Dice and Elisa Tovati who finally did it for Belgium in GM66, but it seemed like a fluke as the good results were few and far between. In the next 100 editions Belgium took home another 4 medals, but always finished on the last step of the podium. Then in GM208 they finally triumphed again, when Lost Frequencies, Elley Duhé and X Ambassadors came together and found the winning formula. With a gap of 142 editions between their first and second trophy, no one expected Belgium to strike gold again any time soon, but only 4 editions later, they took home their third gold medal with Loïc Nottet. And only another 8 editions after their third triumph, Belgium added their 4th trophy to the cabinet in GM219 with Oscar and the Wolf. And Belgium is truly on fire as they can already celebrate once again. They have now competed a total of 162 times, reaching 102 finals, finishing within the top 10 on 36 occasions and winning 10 medals. Well done Belgium, Angèle and Yisus!
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / Switzerland and Bulgaria
Countries receiving points from most juries / Denmark, 19
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / Italy in 3rd with 10 points from Denmark, Burundi, Malawi and Turkey as highest marks
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Philippines in 26th getting 12 points from South Korea
Czech Republic received the first douze points and naturally took the lead. However, that lead changed hands an incredible 14 times throughout the jury voting! Lithunia, Israel, Russia, Indonesia, Italy and Canada all held the number one position at some point, but when all juries had awarded their points, it was Lithuania who had the highest score. Denmark, Canada, Australia and Indonesia were all within the magical 12 points though, and once again the televote had the power to change everything. Interestingly, none of the jury top 5 appeared in the top 5 of the televote! Belgium, who had finished 7th with the juries, was the overall favourite with the public, and was followed by Russia (15th), Czech Republic (21st), Burundi (6th) and Italy (9th). The jury top 5 country placing highest in the televote was Denmark in 13th place, and as Lithunia finished a dismal 23rd, Belgium lept over the entire jury top 5 to claim their 4th trophy in only 14 editions! Burundi was not far behind taking the silver in their first top 20 finish ever. Italy won the bronze - their first medal since GM167 - and Denmark and Canada rounded out the top 5.
Belgium was one of the founding members of the contest, though they skipped a few editions in the early days and also changed HoD quite often. They won their first medal - one of silver - when Lara Fabian came close to victory in GM23, and until their first victory in their 50th attempt, Belgium only achieved 8 top 10 results. It was Tom Dice and Elisa Tovati who finally did it for Belgium in GM66, but it seemed like a fluke as the good results were few and far between. In the next 100 editions Belgium took home another 4 medals, but always finished on the last step of the podium. Then in GM208 they finally triumphed again, when Lost Frequencies, Elley Duhé and X Ambassadors came together and found the winning formula. With a gap of 142 editions between their first and second trophy, no one expected Belgium to strike gold again any time soon, but only 4 editions later, they took home their third gold medal with Loïc Nottet. And only another 8 editions after their third triumph, Belgium added their 4th trophy to the cabinet in GM219 with Oscar and the Wolf. And Belgium is truly on fire as they can already celebrate once again. They have now competed a total of 162 times, reaching 102 finals, finishing within the top 10 on 36 occasions and winning 10 medals. Well done Belgium, Angèle and Yisus!
The Winner
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"Le temps fera les choses" by Angèle is a tender, introspective song that reflects on the healing power of time in the aftermath of emotional struggles. The song's title, which translates to "Time Will Do Its Thing," encapsulates its central message—learning to trust the process of moving on from heartbreak or life’s challenges. Angèle's soft, emotive vocals, paired with gentle melodies and understated production, create a soothing atmosphere that enhances the reflective nature of the lyrics.
The song beautifully balances vulnerability with hope, as Angèle contemplates how time gradually mends wounds and provides clarity. Musically, it maintains her signature blend of French pop with elements of subtle electronica, making it both personal and relatable.
"Le temps fera les choses" was well-received, charting successfully in French-speaking countries. Its emotional resonance and Angèle's growing popularity helped it gain significant traction on streaming platforms, affirming her place as a prominent figure in contemporary French pop music.
The song beautifully balances vulnerability with hope, as Angèle contemplates how time gradually mends wounds and provides clarity. Musically, it maintains her signature blend of French pop with elements of subtle electronica, making it both personal and relatable.
"Le temps fera les choses" was well-received, charting successfully in French-speaking countries. Its emotional resonance and Angèle's growing popularity helped it gain significant traction on streaming platforms, affirming her place as a prominent figure in contemporary French pop music.
The Final
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Semi Final One
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Semi Final Two
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