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​​Welcome to Toronto
"New York City of Canada"

Welcome to Toronto, the dynamic and diverse heart of Canada, where adventure, culture, and innovation await your exploration. This vibrant metropolis, nestled along the shores of Lake Ontario, invites you to embark on an unforgettable journey through its iconic landmarks, culinary delights, and warm hospitality. Toronto's skyline is a testament to modernity, with the iconic CN Tower piercing the sky. Ascend to the tower's observation deck for panoramic views that stretch as far as the eye can see, a breathtaking introduction to the city. As you explore the city's neighborhoods, you'll discover a rich tapestry of cultures. Stroll through Kensington Market, where eclectic boutiques and international cuisine blend seamlessly. Or venture to the Distillery District, a historic enclave filled with art galleries, boutiques, and artisanal goods. Toronto's cultural scene is alive with world-class museums and galleries. Immerse yourself in the Royal Ontario Museum's vast collection of art, history, and natural history. Visit the Art Gallery of Ontario to experience a diverse array of artistry from Canada and around the world. The city's culinary landscape is a gastronomic adventure. Savor diverse flavors from every corner of the globe at the St. Lawrence Market or indulge in a delicious peameal bacon sandwich, a Toronto specialty. Pair your meal with a glass of Ontario wine or a craft beer from one of the city's microbreweries. Nature enthusiasts will find solace in Toronto's green spaces. Explore the Toronto Islands, a serene oasis just a ferry ride away, or venture into High Park, where cherry blossoms paint the landscape in vibrant hues in the spring. Toronto is a city of festivals and events that celebrate music, art, and culture. From the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) to vibrant street festivals like Caribana, there's always something exciting happening here. Whether you're an adventurer, an art lover, a foodie, or simply seeking a diverse urban experience, Toronto has something to offer everyone. Come and immerse yourself in the magic of this captivating city, where every street corner holds a story waiting to be uncovered. Toronto is not just a destination; it's an invitation to embrace the vibrancy of Canada's largest city.
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Host City / Toronto, Canada
Venue / Rogers Centre
Hosts / Deborah Cox and Michael Bublé

Participating countries / 33
Debuting countries / None
Returning countries / Liechenstein and Spain
Withdrawing countries / Albania, Croatia, Eritrea, Israel, Nigeria and Serbia

Debuting players / None
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Returning Artists

Elena Paparizou / for Greece / Global Music Champion
Sarit Hadad / for Israel / her best result being 4th
Sertab Erener / for Turkey / Silver Medallist
Basshunter / for Sweden / Global Music Champion
Camila / for Mexico / their best result being 18th
Reamonn / for Germany / Silver Medallists
Giovanni Zarrella / for Germany / not placing
Marion Raven / for Norway / placing 11th
Yohanna / for Iceland / Global Music Champion

The Result

Countries receiving most 12 points / Mexico, 4
Countries giving 12 points to the winner / United States, Finland, Austria and Germany
Countries receiving points from most juries / Denmark, 15
Highest placing country not scoring a top mark / San Marino in 7th with 10 points from Cyprus as highest mark
Lowest placing country scoring a top mark / Azerbaijan in 22nd, getting 12 points from Iceland

This was one of the most open editions ever. 25 juries cast their votes, but no country got points from more than 15 juries, so the points were strewn all over the scoreboard, and the lead thus changes several times throughout. In the end Mexico had accumulated most points and were crowned the winner. Finland finished as runner-up and Romania took home the bronze medal. Denmark and United States rounded out the top 5.

Mexico debuted in GM16 and has only missed two editions since, even though the results haven't always been impressive. In the first 9 participations Mexico only finished in the top 10 once, when Paulina Rubio reached 8th place in GM19. But on their 10th try, Thalía went all the way and took the trophy back to Mexico. Following that victory other top 10 results were achieved, but lately Mexico has been struggling and hasn't reached the top ten since GM41. However, that is all forgotten now, as Christian, who has been the HoD for Mexico since the beginning, can raise his second trophy above his head. Well done Mexico, Camila and Christian!

The Winner

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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 are in the YouTube playlist at TVGlobalMusic
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The Final

01
Mexico
Camila
Alejate de mi
​99 points
02
Finland
Jenni Vartiainen
Duran Duran
90 points
03
Romania
Claudia Pavel
Don't miss missing you
88 points
04
Denmark
Electric Lady Lab
You & me
87 points
05
United States
Josh Groban
When you say you love me
79 points
06
Italy
Giovanini Zarrella
Ti amero
78 points
07
San Marino
Tony Maiello
Come gli altri
72 points
08
Australia
Darren Hayes
On the verge of something wonderful
72 points
09
Poland
Angelika Kiepura
Tak blisko a tak daleko
68 points
10
Norway
Marion Raven
Break you
​66 points
11
Canada
Young Artists for Haiti
Wavin' flag
64 points
12
Iceland
Yohanna
Walking on water
63 points
13
Switzerland
Patrick Nuo
Beautiful
59 points
14
Austria
Vera
Dear ladies
57 points
15
Armenia
Cher
Dov e l'amore
56 points
16
Monaco
Joyce Jonathan
Pas besoin de toi
50 points
17
Bosnia-Herzegovina
Caylana
Better without you
50 points
18
Sweden
Basshunter
Saturday
44 points
19
United Kingdom
Emma Bunton
Maybe
44 points
20
Spain
David Otero
Castillo de arena
37 points
21
France
Stanislas
La belle de mai
​37 points
22
Azerbaijan
Sarit Hadad
Karusela
34 points
23
Germany
Reamonn
Yesterday
​31 points
24
Cyprus
Elena Paparizou
Dancing without music
​26 points
DNF
Greece
Elli Paspala
I riza tou lessai

Semi Final One

01
Italy
Giovanini Zarrella
Ti amero
​127 points
02
Finland
Jenni Vartiainen
Duran Duran
​125 points
03
Mexico
Camila
Alejate de mi
​119 points
04
Switzerland
Patrick Nuo
Beautiful
​113 points
05
Romania
Claudia Pavel
Don't miss missing you
​112 points
06
Azerbaijan
Sarit Hadad
Karusela
​101 points
07
Monaco
Joyce Jonathan
Pas besoin de toi
​97 points
08
Australia
Darren Hayes
On the verge of something wonderful
​93 points
09
United Kingdom
Emma Bunton
Maybe
​86 points
10
Bosnia-Herzegovina
Caylana
Better without you
​83 points
11
South Africa
Kobus Muller
Swaai jou lyf
81 points

12
Liechtenstein
Fabian Buch
Hello hello
78 points

13
Estonia
Traffic
Kesköö disko
60 points

14
Turkey
Sertab Erener
Koparilan cicekler
59 points

Semi Final Two

01
Iceland
Yohanna
Walking on water
​120 points
02
United States
Josh Groban
When you say you love me
​117 points
03
San Marino
Tony Maiello
Come gli altri
​107 points
04
Denmark
Electric Lady Lab
You & me
​104 points
05
Poland
Angelika Kiepura
Tak blisko a tak daleko
​88 points
06
Armenia
Cher
Dov e l'amore
​79 points
07
Sweden
Basshunter
Saturday
​71 points
08
Spain
David Otero
Castillo de arena
​68 points
09
Austria
Vera
Dear ladies
​65 points
10
Greece
Elli Paspala
I riza tou lessai
​59 points
11
Brazil
Natiruts & Claudia Leitte
Sorri sou rei
55 points

12
Slovenia
Aynee
Zdaj sem tu
45 points

13
Malta
Laces
Mad daqq tal vjolincell
38 points

14
Portugal
Ana Malhoa
Cinco minutos
28 points

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