Coming back several years later to say this is still one of my favourite eurovision entries of all time. I remember thinking "the UK really had a chance this year!" And then being personally offended by how badly it did. We was robbed! This song is amazing and remains on my playlist forever
+mrTROLLERchannel Exactly this. The performance was a disaster from start to finish. They even broke basic rules like, if you have any instrument in your song that's highly noticeable (the violin in this case) you should have it one stage with you.
I've seen people say how Britain produces a lot of musical talent but a lot of entries in Eurovision aren't the best. I think people need to remember that up until 2009 the UK hardly took the contest seriously. Plus when a song enters Eurovision the rights and profits the song makes after entering goes to the Eurovision organization.
SilverSpark Rants I see what you mean but there have been some decent songs/singers ruined by something. 2000: Decent song imo 2001: Decent song ruined by outfits 2002: Fantastic 2003: Average song ruined by the performance 2004: I liked it 2005: Exactly the same style as Greece's imo perhaps Greeces was better. Javine is a good singer. 2006: Rap isn't the style for Eurovision. 2007: The year when it was obvious we were taking the piss. 2008: Should have been top 15, ruined by having to perform 2nd. 2009: Fantastic 2010: Good singer, terrible song. 2011: Juries screwed it up. 2012: Beautiful song, had to perform first though. 2013: Average ballad imo, but performed by a great singer (but of the past). 2014: Should have been left side of board, ruined by performing last (where most people had already decided their favourites).
Lietuva is a clear winner for me! However, 'learning Lithuanian' might mean I have some bias on top of an already great song. I think this is a good uptempo song in a year of ballads so it's not the worst. 12 points to Lietuva from the UK!
Brennan Winer I have and they're all pretty much all of the typical "eurovision" songs... This is completely different to ANYTHING Europe has sent sent before
Running order, of course, being decided by the organisers, which is presumably determined by how well they think a song is going to do. Live performance?
PhysalisFranchetti It depends. first there is a draw about which part of the show each entry will be performed (first half/second half) and then the organisers will decide about the running order. I remember a few years ago the show was getting boring because there were many ballads in the first half or vice versa so the organisers will make sure that each song will shine and not be overshadowed by others.
Alex4u Running order: Generally, 2nd half is better than the first half. 1st half after the first few slots (which are really bad) it doesn't much matter where you go in the running order. 2nd half gives a big advantage for anyone going around slot 19, and there is a big disadvantage for anyone going in the last few slots of the night. I am ashamed to say we plotted this, initially fitting a straight line, and later using curves :-( I still think that the organisers put the favoured songs around about slot 19, if they are drawn in the second half. The performance is more of a question to me. I had a look at his performances in the Rolling Clones, which I think he has been doing for quite a few years, so I don't think he''ll get stage fright, so competent. She is a really lovely singer, but there aren't many clips on YT of her.
PhysalisFranchetti i ve seen many experienced artists losing it on Eurovision stage because it's the feeling of representing a whole nation and having a huge audience watching you so we'll see. The Netherlands performed in the 24th spot and they came 2nd. So, i think you can't really tell...
MmeKastaffiore As opposed to previous years where they've sent a song that they really believe sounds professional and sophisticated enough to win, leading to us all to be disappointed, they've opted for a song which we can enjoy listening to, and know with confidence that we probably won't win.
From Spain: please, stop, that's a big mistake. Look at us. 2008, Chikilicuatre. One of the most humiliating moments in our history. Funny? Yeah, but...
Listening to this over and over has made me realise that this has a very strong chance of winning. All of the UK's winning songs have been a bit bonkers. I like that it's something thats not been done in Eurovision before. It's not like all the mainstream Eurovision songs you see
I highly doubt we will win but with good staging and vocals on the night and jury rehearsal possibly top 10. Hasn't really been any stand out songs this year so you never know though.
This is honestly growing on me so quick! Not only is it a happy and uplifting song but it's so damn catchy! The tune gets so stuck in your mind it's practically unforgettable and with the right staging will deffo impress the public! A smart move BBC!
Well, i like the Studio Version and the music Video, but in my Opinion was their Performance on of the worst of the eurovision song contest They sang it badly, sadly
vibrio sam jealous u wish to be Greek. Even Wonder Woman is Greek. You will see the glory of Greece again in Batman V Supermna 2016 and My big fat Greek wedding number 2 in 2016 too the same day
For at least the last 10 years this is the best entry the UK have produced during that time. I don't think it is a winner but it should perform better than our last 10 entries. This far, I quite like Estonia's entry
Wow, someone with common sense in the comments! Yeah, this is one of the best entries of the last decade, and that is saying A LOT, it's not a terrible pop song that's obnoxious with no heart for starters
Next to Jade Ewen, i would agree. It pisses me off that all the other countries they tour and tour their countries songs around Europe, and they end up in those countries charts, so thats perhaps a huge reason for the perceived "bloc voting", which is something i don't think really exists. When Ewen sang with Andrew L. Webber, we did fantastically! Because we treated it seriously. NEXT YEAR! Josh Bouvey... A joke... We came last... This always happens. But i quite like this song.
I like estonia's entry (a cord sounmds like something from the 90's though,) switzerland and netherlands are also good, 1 of the 2 warrior songs gets in your head but the way you said it is wierd, the german entry quit-not estonia, lol
I am from the UK and have been watching ESC for many, many years - more in fact, than the average age of most 'fans'. The derogatory comments this song has received from many UK fans has been disgusting. Granted. we are all entitled to our opinion but sadly, most of these people would doubtless provide rude, nasty and negative comments regardless of the song/singer that was representing us, because every year the UK song seems to attract the pathetic vitriol of the 'haters'. I find it so tiresome that many people do not appear to understand that music is totally subjective and that you cannot please all of the people all of the time. There are many songs that chart at #1 both here and in the US that I personally wouldn't give air time to, but I don't tear them, or the singers to pieces. There are also a number of songs in this year's contest that I personally do not like but I am not going to drone on about them as others will like them. The UK song is a happy, catchy song, sung by a couple who genuinely look like they are enjoying themselves - which always goes down well at ESC. If it was sung by the likes of Olly Murs it would be top 5 in the charts without question. I sincerely hope we do mange the left hand side of the scoreboard this year but if we don't, so be it. Also, if we come last, so be it - it is expected nowadays anyway!! I am quite sure EV will give it everything they have and do their best, which at the end of the day, is all we can ask.
It's a brick wall, and a different time. The social rules have changed; it is acceptable just to have an opinion now and post it (actually I think it is required), without worrying whether or not it is worthwhile saying it, or whether or not you offend anyone while doing so. I very much agree with your sentiments about this song - I love it
Livevil9912 Personally I appreciated the poster's comments - perhaps you should get over yourself. His comments are positive and supportive and you should at least respect that. I don't care if you like the song or not and as for it being okay for people to post whatever they like well I am all for free speech, but people use the free speech to say just any old crap without adding anything to the argument - debate all you want but to just dismiss something is not debating an issue and just makes people look like fools and intolerant idiots...
Please may I get a chance to explain why the UK has decided for this type of music? Well, this type of music has recently become very popular within Europe. And being honest, people from the UK don't really care about Eurovision, we find it fun to watch and do, we don't really take it seriously. Yes, we may act like it's a joke, because honestly, what's is so fun about taking everything seriously?
Where's your evidence that this style of music has recently become very popular in Europe? Is it plucked out of the same PR bin that told us that Bonnie Tyler and Englebert Humperdinck were still very popular in Europe?
***** Please go watch the interview of these two because it explains a lot, and I myself do not really listen to this music so I personally cannot give you a lot of information about this type. ^-^
Sacred Wolf Interestingly enough a quick google search of the genre and its popularity in Europe does indeed confirm it is popular right now. Perhaps BBC are onto something here. Very interesting. I'm still not sure about this particular song, After viewing some other songs in the same genre, I'm not sure if this is the best reflection of the genre but knowing what I know now it could get a bit higher than I intially thought. But the jury's still out on this one for me. It might grow on me we'll have to wait and see.
Sacred Wolf The only problem is that Eurovision is the one place where having a song that grows on you is a bad thing. Most people will hear the song for the first time on the night and unlike those who qualify from the semi finals.... it will be the only time they will perform it before the voting. It needs instant appeal to become a winner.
This song is a mix of... simply everthing... I was shocked while I heard it the first time. But its not bad, I was only surprised. It is a very special song, there is no song like this. But I dont know whether everybody likes it. I do :) Greeting from Germany ;)
Simon Baumann You should check out Caro Emerald. She's a Dutch artist in the Jazz, pop and electro swing genres and she was also the favorite artist from the woman who performed this song!
I honestly love this song to death, but funny thing is I am in America, and no, I would never dream of being from America. I love this song because it brings back the originality and class of the 1900's that I, in person, enjoy. Instead of God awful "twerking", you have a good "jazzy" song that has a great idea, without the awful atrocities of modern day skimpyness and perversiveness (if that is a word). I am also not fond of alot of American hip-hop, so I hope no one hates me for even putting in my useless opinion. But in a whole, this song puts me in a great mood, and I think because of the little details to 1900's "fashion dancing" with the jazz hands and finger wiggle (correct me if for improper terminology) that really makes me smile when I hear it! Thanks!
Remember tgis song was absolutely derided by Bits in weeks leading up to Eurovision. One of the best UK entries in my opinion. Really love the 1920s rag time jazz style.
Well don't know why everybody is complaining.. This song is nice and catchy it will definately do well in vienna. 10 points from Germany to our british friends
Well, I'm from the UK and I'm actually quite happy that these guys will be representing us. Eurovision 2015 was starting to become a snoozefest with so many ballads and generic crap but FINALLY we start the party with a bit of upbeat fun!
We've always been upbeat with our entries, everyone's just trying to be the new Conchita this year. The main difference with our entry this year is it's not a steaming pile of obnoxous crap like the last decade's worth of entries and is something with actual thought and heart put into it
Vivian Sutton Though Conchita's /Austria's entry for 2014 was good, it was not totally original. Very Bondesque influence for sure!! British influence you could say, also! Germany had an entry (that won) Lena, she was definitely influenced by either LIly Allen or Sophie Ellis Bextor. You see!!!!, British music has a strong influence across Europe. ;)
why are so many people saying this is a bad song? it's so fucking great! and finally one of the few songs in the eurovision song contest that doesn't sound like the others
David Williams With a really good staging it might do well! Song is not even boring like the Hump & Tyler's or bland-repetitive trash like Scooh & Jemini.
I can't understand why everyone is being so negative about this. I think it's brilliant, it's fun, it's upbeat, it's catchy, it's stylish, i don't see much wrong with it. Maybe instead of the same generic ballad we bring in every year, we needed something different, something to stand out and have fun with. I personally love the way it mixes vintage and modern styles, and it's something that people can enjoy, not use as a break to go to the loo or get some coffee. We won't win, don't get me wrong, but this might be one of the few times we can leave with some dignity!
I don't get why you're all hating on this song, seriously, that's certainly not the worse one. I personally think it's catchy, original, and they look cute together. UK, it's your time to shine! Good luck from France!
Matt Coe I agree! Just like Conchita last year, we will be the talk of the year (unless another song gets announced that trumps us, which is pretty likely seeing as lots of the big players haven't released theirs yet xD)
Pagyptsian It is fun- and that is what will help it do better that many people believe. There are so many serious songs this year so this will provide much light relief.
So here’s the thing…this song is addictive! After listening to it on repeat I’m still in love with it! Yes, it’s fun, catchy, charming, different and it stands out from the rest. It might not be everyone’s cup of tea but at least it’s sweet, refreshing, memorable and entertaining. That’s what Eurovision is all about…not really about winning. People need to chill out, have some fun and dance for heaven’s sake! I think it’s this year’s version of Conchita’s beard in terms of uniqueness. I hope Electro Velvet will do well during tonight’s live performance. Best of luck from The Netherlands! All my votes for UK! Btw I’ll tell my friends to vote for you guys too ;D
***** I believe that F.U.N is an awful attempt at indie rock/pop yet it still falls into the genre. The genre is very wide and dispersed, some are heavier and some are lighter in their influences in Swing or Electro, this in my opinion is a good mix of both but what brings it down is the lyrics.
I honestly don't know why everybody dislikes this song. Have you listened to the songs that have been selected so far? They're all rubbish. And among all that rubbish, I think this song is the best until now. Thanks to the BBC for not sending another boring ballad like everyone else. Greetings from Spain :)
WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU ALL!? This has been on non-stop over here because it's so good... and I am not a bias person! Electro swing together... we could be on to something and I can't wait to say I told you so!
I think it can be worse. Somehow I really like that song and it's different. I only miss something like a chorus. In my own opinion this song is in the top five of those songs which are already revealed
I don't know why English people dislike this song. It's amazing. It's different, funny, with good voices. It is not comercial. It's incredible! Thank you Uk, hope you a good place in the final.
I think we're in contention, this is quirky and different. It'll certainly stand out amidst a massive amount of ballads on offer this year. Good luck to Alex & Bianca :)
+Ryma Racabre Did you hear the live version? It was disjointed and imprecise, and failed to properly capture the energy; if I had heard that version first instead of stumbling across it here, I never would have purchased it.
*DEAR UK!* We *DON'T* have to like our song, we just need Europe to like it! I don't like the song but we should still support the song. Maybe Europe will appreciate how... _Unique_ (?) it is! Atleast it's better than Englebert Humpadick in 2012 and the French mustache song last year. Besides, it does stand out!
UK, are you trying to bring back 2003 with this one? I just hope the live performance isn't so bad, otherwise, this is totally Eurovision 2003 for them all over again!
You know what,I was so happy with UK's entry last year it was a step forward for us since we always had bad reputation sending gimmicky songs and not taking the competition seriously (apart from 2009) and this is what they chose? they had a choice of over a 100 songs and out of all of them THIS ONE? Really thought we were going to keep improving but we've just gone back to end of the fucking score bored
Sweden's Commentator on this UK entry: "Written by a guy who does commerical jingles, sung by two completely unknown artists...... goes to show just how much the UK cares about this competition."
Well they were right. The writer ripped off the jingle for 'Bird's-eye Potato Waffles' which was by that point at least 20 years old! This song was hideous at best. I felt for the performers who had been roped in to flogging the carcass of a dead horse. They did the best they could with it. Sadly Europe were light years ahead.
Side note: The commentator on german TV introduced the song with "And this is our strongest contender for the bottom spot" ... well, guess who finished last?
Tiroooooler yes, so funny and catchy ... just calm down dear friends in the uk, this will be far above the many boring songs this year! we will definitely like it here in vienna :-))
Yes, I cross my fingers too for the UK! But one important big thing is the boot sequence! Pleace don´t start as 1st or as last entry like you do often, dear UK! Just perform this song after some boring ballades in the middle of the contest and you will have good scores in the end! ;) Happy to welcome you all in Vienna, Austria!!!! :)
Video: Shite Scatting: Shite Song: Actually rather good Overall: I think we may actually be on the left hand side this year. EDIT: WE REALLY WEREN'T. LIVE WAS TRAGIC.
Come on stop the negative comments because you are insulting my country. Stop saying they will end up nil point which they won't, i like this it's great and all of these negative comments are making me think we are going to end up last so stop please
What's up guys? Did you make up your minds after only one listening? I think you will regret making negative comments when the UK gets a fairly high placement in the Eurovision Song Contest 2015. This song will get its well deserved recognition after some time. Many people actually enjoy this. The style is called electro-swing and it seems to get a larger fanbase every day. Just because it isn't mainstream pop music doesn't mean it can't be good. It just sounds unfamiliar to begin with. Now, try to listen to it just one more time. And rememeber to smile and have fun! :)
Didnt think petty disagreements between countries could over power peoples recognition of true talent... Times have changed, Eurovision is not as it used to be, well i can honestly say "ELECTRO VELVET" were the best performers of 2015. Keep creating such wonderful tracks!
Coming back several years later to say this is still one of my favourite eurovision entries of all time. I remember thinking "the UK really had a chance this year!" And then being personally offended by how badly it did. We was robbed! This song is amazing and remains on my playlist forever
I am Spanish and I completely agree with you. It's so fun and catchy! I still come back here after so many years to listen to it 😂
I, as a Dutchy, also thought it was criminal how low this one scored
Soo underrated, soo amazing. My runner-up in 2015, only behind Georgia!
I personally think this is the best UK entry for a long time.
It's catchy and different.
Didn't deserve to be near the bottom.
***** indeed. It would be the same, even if someone like Adele represented us.
+Chris Eades I do agree, I really like the song, however the only reason I think it was dumped is because of its life performance.
+Chris Eades i would agree, but when it was live it did sound rather bad.
+Chris Eades if live was as good as this then yea i would agree
+mrTROLLERchannel Exactly this. The performance was a disaster from start to finish. They even broke basic rules like, if you have any instrument in your song that's highly noticeable (the violin in this case) you should have it one stage with you.
Thanks to this song, I fell in love with Electro Swing genre.
electro swing is great
And as a by-product, I fell in love with Caro Emerald
4,713 dislikes for a song with style, catchy lyrics and a fun mood to it?
Mostly Brits who disliked it.
ESC Fan Trust me it really isn't
I've seen people say how Britain produces a lot of musical talent but a lot of entries in Eurovision aren't the best. I think people need to remember that up until 2009 the UK hardly took the contest seriously. Plus when a song enters Eurovision the rights and profits the song makes after entering goes to the Eurovision organization.
SilverSpark Rants I see what you mean but there have been some decent songs/singers ruined by something.
2000: Decent song imo
2001: Decent song ruined by outfits
2002: Fantastic
2003: Average song ruined by the performance
2004: I liked it
2005: Exactly the same style as Greece's imo perhaps Greeces was better. Javine is a good singer.
2006: Rap isn't the style for Eurovision.
2007: The year when it was obvious we were taking the piss.
2008: Should have been top 15, ruined by having to perform 2nd.
2009: Fantastic
2010: Good singer, terrible song.
2011: Juries screwed it up.
2012: Beautiful song, had to perform first though.
2013: Average ballad imo, but performed by a great singer (but of the past).
2014: Should have been left side of board, ruined by performing last (where most people had already decided their favourites).
SilverSpark Rants Up until 2000 we didn't do too badly apart from a few off years. After that, we've gone downhill almost every year
Europe this is sooo amazing! My 2nd favorite so far, 10 points from Lithuania
Lietuva is a clear winner for me!
However, 'learning Lithuanian' might mean I have some bias on top of an already great song.
I think this is a good uptempo song in a year of ballads so it's not the worst. 12 points to Lietuva from the UK!
***** Thank you sooo much!
***** I agree
THANKS at least we will maybe get some voted
100%
This song reminds me of toy story for some reason lol
In what way?
Danny Atkins if you have watched toy story, you would know.
I have watched it. It definitely sounds quirky like Toy Story.
Good song from United kingdom don't you think !!!!! I'm still in love with you
klara jonsdottir I think it's the piano in the background you can hear, it's hard to describe
THE "OH YES" PART IS MY LIFE
I NEVER NOTICED THAT TILL YOU POINTED IT OUT OMG
Pretty much
@@mediocrediamond4588 hello
Still??
This is the first UK entry I've liked in years. It's catchy and memorable. I'm fed up with ballads - time for something a little bit different.
Uh, have you heard the Netherlands' entry?
How about Slovenia's?
Have you even heard all of the other entries yet?
Brennan Winer I have and they're all pretty much all of the typical "eurovision" songs... This is completely different to ANYTHING Europe has sent sent before
This reminds me of Scooch I don't know
Scooch is bad? This is bad? Maraaya is bad? I'm confused
It's no use supporting your own country anyways
Most of you all are British, I'm assuming
this is addictive. it could turn out as a surprise in the final and get a great result. depends on the live performance and running order
Running order, of course, being decided by the organisers, which is presumably determined by how well they think a song is going to do. Live performance?
PhysalisFranchetti It depends. first there is a draw about which part of the show each entry will be performed (first half/second half) and then the organisers will decide about the running order. I remember a few years ago the show was getting boring because there were many ballads in the first half or vice versa so the organisers will make sure that each song will shine and not be overshadowed by others.
Alex4u
Running order: Generally, 2nd half is better than the first half. 1st half after the first few slots (which are really bad) it doesn't much matter where you go in the running order. 2nd half gives a big advantage for anyone going around slot 19, and there is a big disadvantage for anyone going in the last few slots of the night. I am ashamed to say we plotted this, initially fitting a straight line, and later using curves :-( I still think that the organisers put the favoured songs around about slot 19, if they are drawn in the second half.
The performance is more of a question to me. I had a look at his performances in the Rolling Clones, which I think he has been doing for quite a few years, so I don't think he''ll get stage fright, so competent. She is a really lovely singer, but there aren't many clips on YT of her.
PhysalisFranchetti i ve seen many experienced artists losing it on Eurovision stage because it's the feeling of representing a whole nation and having a huge audience watching you so we'll see. The Netherlands performed in the 24th spot and they came 2nd. So, i think you can't really tell...
This music is pretty nice and funny, could make easily the top 10, but if is the UK, I can guess maybe a 15th place?! (Is a good position btw :D)
It's about time we recognised that we'll never win the contest and started to have some fun with it! It's a yes from me!
Why not? Austria had won only once in 1966 and they hardly made the top 10 since then. But they won last year, anyway.
MmeKastaffiore As opposed to previous years where they've sent a song that they really believe sounds professional and sophisticated enough to win, leading to us all to be disappointed, they've opted for a song which we can enjoy listening to, and know with confidence that we probably won't win.
From Spain: please, stop, that's a big mistake. Look at us. 2008, Chikilicuatre. One of the most humiliating moments in our history. Funny? Yeah, but...
Totally agree. Also the music in this sounds like it's from a Super Mario game which I can totally get behind. :p
***** You can't compare! Very catchy song from the UK well done. Much better then some of the boring songs this year. This will stand out for sure.
I don't understand how people dislike this song, it's bloody brilliant.
No clue
Listening to this over and over has made me realise that this has a very strong chance of winning. All of the UK's winning songs have been a bit bonkers. I like that it's something thats not been done in Eurovision before. It's not like all the mainstream Eurovision songs you see
I highly doubt we will win but with good staging and vocals on the night and jury rehearsal possibly top 10. Hasn't really been any stand out songs this year so you never know though.
Charlie Harrison It will score very high and probably won't win, but you never know what will happen
This could be good!
I wish i could bet u that this song will be disqualified at the 1st night...if UK is not that "superpower" of Eurosong.
tbh, this is the sound of a classic eurovision. (Y) thumbs up!
12 points from the Netherlands.............. best UK entry for the last 20 years !
This is honestly growing on me so quick! Not only is it a happy and uplifting song but it's so damn catchy! The tune gets so stuck in your mind it's practically unforgettable and with the right staging will deffo impress the public! A smart move BBC!
I loooove it. It was one of the best performances at the Eurovision Song Contest.
Greetings from Turkey !
...... by the way ... they remind me of THE B 52's!!!
Zeitgeist.KP Yeah, except The B-52's actually can make catchy music. Rock Lobster. Private Idaho, Love Shack etc.
Well, i like the Studio Version and the music Video, but in my Opinion was their Performance on of the worst of the eurovision song contest
They sang it badly, sadly
LEONIDAS go and pay your debt poor greek
vibrio sam jealous u wish to be Greek. Even Wonder Woman is Greek. You will see the glory of Greece again in Batman V Supermna 2016 and My big fat Greek wedding number 2 in 2016 too the same day
For at least the last 10 years this is the best entry the UK have produced during that time. I don't think it is a winner but it should perform better than our last 10 entries.
This far, I quite like Estonia's entry
Wow, someone with common sense in the comments!
Yeah, this is one of the best entries of the last decade, and that is saying A LOT, it's not a terrible pop song that's obnoxious with no heart for starters
Vivian Sutton I think it's because this isn't the type of music us Brits listen to...
Next to Jade Ewen, i would agree.
It pisses me off that all the other countries they tour and tour their countries songs around Europe, and they end up in those countries charts, so thats perhaps a huge reason for the perceived "bloc voting", which is something i don't think really exists.
When Ewen sang with Andrew L. Webber, we did fantastically! Because we treated it seriously. NEXT YEAR! Josh Bouvey... A joke... We came last...
This always happens. But i quite like this song.
I like estonia's entry (a cord sounmds like something from the 90's though,) switzerland and netherlands are also good, 1 of the 2 warrior songs gets in your head but the way you said it is wierd, the german entry quit-not estonia, lol
I liked Blue tbh
I am from the UK and have been watching ESC for many, many years - more in fact, than the average age of most 'fans'. The derogatory comments this song has received from many UK fans has been disgusting. Granted. we are all entitled to our opinion but sadly, most of these people would doubtless provide rude, nasty and negative comments regardless of the song/singer that was representing us, because every year the UK song seems to attract the pathetic vitriol of the 'haters'. I find it so tiresome that many people do not appear to understand that music is totally subjective and that you cannot please all of the people all of the time. There are many songs that chart at #1 both here and in the US that I personally wouldn't give air time to, but I don't tear them, or the singers to pieces. There are also a number of songs in this year's contest that I personally do not like but I am not going to drone on about them as others will like them. The UK song is a happy, catchy song, sung by a couple who genuinely look like they are enjoying themselves - which always goes down well at ESC. If it was sung by the likes of Olly Murs it would be top 5 in the charts without question. I sincerely hope we do mange the left hand side of the scoreboard this year but if we don't, so be it. Also, if we come last, so be it - it is expected nowadays anyway!! I am quite sure EV will give it everything they have and do their best, which at the end of the day, is all we can ask.
It's a brick wall, and a different time. The social rules have changed; it is acceptable just to have an opinion now and post it (actually I think it is required), without worrying whether or not it is worthwhile saying it, or whether or not you offend anyone while doing so.
I very much agree with your sentiments about this song - I love it
TheLynvild This might be my fave commment on this video, its hilarious. Get over yourself.
Livevil9912 Personally I appreciated the poster's comments - perhaps you should get over yourself. His comments are positive and supportive and you should at least respect that. I don't care if you like the song or not and as for it being okay for people to post whatever they like well I am all for free speech, but people use the free speech to say just any old crap without adding anything to the argument - debate all you want but to just dismiss something is not debating an issue and just makes people look like fools and intolerant idiots...
Mila Anouska Who are you talking to? What has Ukip go to do with anything?
TheLynvild Love the song. From Abba land.
Please may I get a chance to explain why the UK has decided for this type of music?
Well, this type of music has recently become very popular within Europe.
And being honest, people from the UK don't really care about Eurovision, we find it fun to watch and do, we don't really take it seriously.
Yes, we may act like it's a joke, because honestly, what's is so fun about taking everything seriously?
Where's your evidence that this style of music has recently become very popular in Europe? Is it plucked out of the same PR bin that told us that Bonnie Tyler and Englebert Humperdinck were still very popular in Europe?
***** Please go watch the interview of these two because it explains a lot, and I myself do not really listen to this music so I personally cannot give you a lot of information about this type. ^-^
Sacred Wolf Interestingly enough a quick google search of the genre and its popularity in Europe does indeed confirm it is popular right now. Perhaps BBC are onto something here. Very interesting. I'm still not sure about this particular song, After viewing some other songs in the same genre, I'm not sure if this is the best reflection of the genre but knowing what I know now it could get a bit higher than I intially thought. But the jury's still out on this one for me. It might grow on me we'll have to wait and see.
***** At first I didn't like it myself, but it does grow on you. ^-^
Sacred Wolf The only problem is that Eurovision is the one place where having a song that grows on you is a bad thing. Most people will hear the song for the first time on the night and unlike those who qualify from the semi finals.... it will be the only time they will perform it before the voting. It needs instant appeal to become a winner.
This song is a mix of... simply everthing... I was shocked while I heard it the first time. But its not bad, I was only surprised. It is a very special song, there is no song like this. But I dont know whether everybody likes it. I do :)
Greeting from Germany ;)
Simon Baumann Simply crazy.
Simon Baumann You should check out Caro Emerald. She's a Dutch artist in the Jazz, pop and electro swing genres and she was also the favorite artist from the woman who performed this song!
rob heijkant I love Caro Emerald
Simon Baumann I like this song too
I honestly love this song to death, but funny thing is I am in America, and no, I would never dream of being from America. I love this song because it brings back the originality and class of the 1900's that I, in person, enjoy. Instead of God awful "twerking", you have a good "jazzy" song that has a great idea, without the awful atrocities of modern day skimpyness and perversiveness (if that is a word). I am also not fond of alot of American hip-hop, so I hope no one hates me for even putting in my useless opinion. But in a whole, this song puts me in a great mood, and I think because of the little details to 1900's "fashion dancing" with the jazz hands and finger wiggle (correct me if for improper terminology) that really makes me smile when I hear it! Thanks!
Not taking the Eurovision Song Contest seriously is what makes UK the best country in the competition
Malta normally brings great songs that for some unknown reason don't get recognised by the rest of Europe! LOVED "Coming Home" last year!
Tomorrow by Gianluca was adorable!
We finally have something to dance to this year! So I'm happy.
Good Luck to the 'mother country' from Australia.
Good song. Nice and bubbly. Very different to a lot of the other serious songs.
George Frost Don't call us the Mother Country, you make it sound like we are Russia, and you know we are a lot nicer hehe :P
You know us Aussies. We do it in kind
Love u 2 Australia 😘
TeamUK_Eurovision didn't the British Empire like... do the whole 'world domination muahaha' thing back then?
Having Empires was a 'normal' thing "back then" I would think in modern democratic society we have passed that period in history.
Remember tgis song was absolutely derided by Bits in weeks leading up to Eurovision. One of the best UK entries in my opinion. Really love the 1920s rag time jazz style.
Well don't know why everybody is complaining.. This song is nice and catchy it will definately do well in vienna.
10 points from Germany to our british friends
Danke!
Cheers mate!
Thanks Germany ;)
Thanks
Thanks!! :-)
STILL IN LOVE WITH this song) I adore it!
I'm upset that it's so underrated...Deserved to be in top-3
Well, I'm from the UK and I'm actually quite happy that these guys will be representing us. Eurovision 2015 was starting to become a snoozefest with so many ballads and generic crap but FINALLY we start the party with a bit of upbeat fun!
We've always been upbeat with our entries, everyone's just trying to be the new Conchita this year.
The main difference with our entry this year is it's not a steaming pile of obnoxous crap like the last decade's worth of entries and is something with actual thought and heart put into it
Vivian Sutton
Though Conchita's /Austria's entry for 2014 was good, it was not totally original. Very Bondesque influence for sure!! British influence you could say, also!
Germany had an entry (that won) Lena, she was definitely influenced by either LIly Allen or Sophie Ellis Bextor. You see!!!!, British music has a strong influence across Europe. ;)
Vivian Sutton its true we have always been up beat but may i remind of of engelbert he song was quite slow
This is anything but upbeat.
Lire
why are so many people saying this is a bad song? it's so fucking great! and finally one of the few songs in the eurovision song contest that doesn't sound like the others
@@samanthainnocent5331, the live version was underwhelming, but I still love the studio version
LANGUAGE
Yah the live version was just.... bad. But this version was AMAZING and actually one of my favourites
Shocking, count the reasons
For the first time in years, we have actually selected a decent entry for UK
No,u didn't.This is awful
Up yours Vinko Matić.
I agree David its a brilliant song
Agree David. I like! ☺
David Williams With a really good staging it might do well! Song is not even boring like the Hump & Tyler's or bland-repetitive trash like Scooh & Jemini.
I can't understand why everyone is being so negative about this. I think it's brilliant, it's fun, it's upbeat, it's catchy, it's stylish, i don't see much wrong with it. Maybe instead of the same generic ballad we bring in every year, we needed something different, something to stand out and have fun with. I personally love the way it mixes vintage and modern styles, and it's something that people can enjoy, not use as a break to go to the loo or get some coffee. We won't win, don't get me wrong, but this might be one of the few times we can leave with some dignity!
This is the best song the UK have sent in many years. 12 points from Ireland :)
Loved it and voted for it in 2015 (from Israel). Still loving it in 2021.
Finally a decent entry from UK! I LOVE IT! Electro Swing is just fantastic!
Thumbs up from Denmark.
LOL.
Electro Velvet lmao
+HannKiss - 'Electro Swing' is the style of music... lmao
I don't get why you're all hating on this song, seriously, that's certainly not the worse one. I personally think it's catchy, original, and they look cute together. UK, it's your time to shine! Good luck from France!
I know, that many people in the UK don't like this song, but many people in Europe like it an I looooove this song!!!!
Still coming back now and again, still enjoy this one.
Probably the most opinion dividing song in Eurovision history!
Well Done Electric Velvet! ;)
Totally agree! The fact that it has divided opinion and is controversial will be the catalyst for its popularity and success!
Matt Coe I agree! Just like Conchita last year, we will be the talk of the year (unless another song gets announced that trumps us, which is pretty likely seeing as lots of the big players haven't released theirs yet xD)
It totally is. I hope Europe will love it. But we have to see what the entrants are like Sweden who are usually really good.
I quite like it. It's fun ^^
Pagyptsian It is fun- and that is what will help it do better that many people believe. There are so many serious songs this year so this will provide much light relief.
ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS !!!
The best British entry since 2000... Congratulations !
The best British entry since 2014
So here’s the thing…this song is addictive! After listening to it on repeat I’m still in love with it! Yes, it’s fun, catchy, charming, different and it stands out from the rest. It might not be everyone’s cup of tea but at least it’s sweet, refreshing, memorable and entertaining. That’s what Eurovision is all about…not really about winning. People need to chill out, have some fun and dance for heaven’s sake! I think it’s this year’s version of Conchita’s beard in terms of uniqueness. I hope Electro Velvet will do well during tonight’s live performance. Best of luck from The Netherlands! All my votes for UK! Btw I’ll tell my friends to vote for you guys too ;D
I'm a fan of electro swing so this is right up my ally, but everyone has different tastes in music.
This isn't electro swing. It's a terrible attempt at a parody of electro swing.
*****
I believe that F.U.N is an awful attempt at indie rock/pop yet it still falls into the genre.
The genre is very wide and dispersed, some are heavier and some are lighter in their influences in Swing or Electro, this in my opinion is a good mix of both but what brings it down is the lyrics.
***** I agree, the lyrics aren't strong. In fact, it'd do better without them. I still enjoy this, though.
The Black Phoenix I think they could've revised the "sneezes and diseases" line. Sounds a bit too... venereal.
I love the song though. ^^
Callum Johnston It's electro-swing music with your mum harping about wearing a jumper as lyrics. Definitely could have done better without them.
this is so great. the esc hardcore fans are not ready obviously.
thanks UK for bringing something fresh to eurovision.
love from sweden
I honestly don't know why everybody dislikes this song. Have you listened to the songs that have been selected so far? They're all rubbish. And among all that rubbish, I think this song is the best until now. Thanks to the BBC for not sending another boring ballad like everyone else.
Greetings from Spain :)
Still listening 7 years later in the lead up to Eurovision 2022. Brilliantly written funny song. Why didn't people get the humor?
It's good
I kinda love this song. It makes me happy. 10 points from Norway!
This is song is just getting better the more I listen to it......
Fantastic!! Something so different for the UK! Bring it on!!
this song deserves definitly more points I love it greetings from germany
feather snow bless you
denk ich auch :D
feather snow I missed it this year... How many points did we get? (UK) or at least where did we place... Please don't say the usual last...
Beccy Hulme Actually Germany and Austria got last place, France was behind UK by one point as UK had 5 points.
Liam Davis i think its fixed dont you
my fav Eurovision song this year. Friggin love thiis
WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU ALL!? This has been on non-stop over here because it's so good... and I am not a bias person! Electro swing together... we could be on to something and I can't wait to say I told you so!
By the way that riff IS stuck in your head and you know it!!!
Where is 'over here' ??
Harry Daly i was thinking that some thing
Harry Daly "over here" it's a general term on where the person lives.. like myself i live in ireland.
I know what it means
Love it! You'll have my vote from Spain.
Remember to share :)
Electro Velvet - You brought a smile on my face. I voted for you.
United kingdom as a winner this year!!!!!
Thumbs up!!!!!!'
I think i should just be representing the UK i mean i can't be any worse?
My dog could do better than this.
I love your channel!
Robert Bell
I think it can be worse. Somehow I really like that song and it's different. I only miss something like a chorus. In my own opinion this song is in the top five of those songs which are already revealed
*****
I don't know why English people dislike this song. It's amazing. It's different, funny, with good voices. It is not comercial. It's incredible! Thank you Uk, hope you a good place in the final.
Still think this was best thing we have ever produced for Eurovision..how it never got anywhere amazes me😒
The UK has SO many amazing artists, but always send jokes.
That's because they are all ready well established artists. They don't need Eurovision to promote themselves.
Unfortunately, that's true.
Or they artists don't want to ruin their reputation.
totally agree
Yeah...u r right. The make fun with Eurovision...thats why they send such funny songs.
I still love this song.
Love it! Go for the win! Love from the USA!
This sounds and looks like 1920's US music in a way...
Well the UK raised us!
Hope you win!
Go Electro Velvet. Gorgeous singers & performers, great backing support, totally inspired costumes.Good luck, we love you! xx
Super proud of my brother and Bianca x
anna larke anna I think this song might surprise us all its different at least
anna larke Good Luck to your brother and Bianca then. It's certainly one of the best British entries from the last years.
I think we're in contention, this is quirky and different. It'll certainly stand out amidst a massive amount of ballads on offer this year. Good luck to Alex & Bianca :)
Me to super proud of my little sister and Alex 👍
melvyn nicholas great isn't it :)))) x
I'll never forgive Eurovision for leaving them at the bottom, this song is just so good and fun
This was so great but so underrated
Great Song!
The live version was horrible but the studio version is much better!
+CubaroGaming true c:
No, the live version was excellent! 😍 Easily the best song of the night!
Though I do prefer the studio version.
Backing vocals killed it
This was the studio version.
Still here in 2022 help
Still cannot believe this song ranked 24. It's a pretty rad tune and it's hella groovy. Not much substance though, but it's just so fun to listen to.
+Ryma Racabre Okay, I recant my statement. Just saw their live rendition at ESC. Damn horrible. Still a fun song but...
Mmmm'KThanksBye.
Don't know, but have you been listening to the lyrics so far? And you're wondered that it was ranked 24th????
+Ryma Racabre ik :(
+johnny150480 STD's and Intercourse is what I hear out of the lyrics... :O
+Ryma Racabre Did you hear the live version? It was disjointed and imprecise, and failed to properly capture the energy; if I had heard that version first instead of stumbling across it here, I never would have purchased it.
I like this song. This one will wake me up after all the ballads. deserves to be in the Top 5
This song is waaaaaaaaaaaay underrated
*DEAR UK!*
We *DON'T* have to like our song, we just need Europe to like it! I don't like the song but we should still support the song. Maybe Europe will appreciate how... _Unique_ (?) it is! Atleast it's better than Englebert Humpadick in 2012 and the French mustache song last year. Besides, it does stand out!
"Besides, it does stand out!"
in an awful way, sure.
HEE HO!
Ikr, that's what I meant
I'm gonna go on a limb and say that it's not better than the moustache song.
Well I really like this song. 😉
Good luck from Germany
It is rather telling how often people from the UK talk about Europe as if it is somewhere else. You do realise that the UK actually is IN Europe?
All i see is like: omg UK, why did u send this?
This is what i think:
Is it only me that loves the song?
No lot of people like it.......it is just some people on here do not know what fun is :)
Thomas Channing Oh ok :) . It doesnt looks like that but well well. Good song from Sweden :)
My favourite this year! ... Well done from Spain
I LOVE THIS SONG!!!!
UK, are you trying to bring back 2003 with this one? I just hope the live performance isn't so bad, otherwise, this is totally Eurovision 2003 for them all over again!
The 2003 one is EVEN better.
ParalimniVoice Erm, In what way? The United Kingdom did not get a single point then. The contest is in May. Don't get over-excited.
AH YOU MADE ME GOOGLE IT, WTF IT'S SO BAD!
absolutely nothing like it, why make me Google that garbage :-/
No Mandy listen to the 2003 it's awful :-)
It's a very first time after 1967 when UK's song in my Top3!
*Says: Approved! Good composition! Super funny! Super catchy! Charismatic singer! Top 10 in the final.*
_Best wishes from Vienna._
how can so many people not like this song?, its so catchy and has a light, fun mood
You know what,I was so happy with UK's entry last year it was a step forward for us since we always had bad reputation sending gimmicky songs and not taking the competition seriously (apart from 2009) and this is what they chose? they had a choice of over a 100 songs and out of all of them THIS ONE? Really thought we were going to keep improving but we've just gone back to end of the fucking score bored
Best song this year. Easy. It's the only song I will vote for.
Am I the only person thinking this is brilliant and would be a worthy winner?
Douze Points from the Irish in Southern California.
Sweden's Commentator on this UK entry: "Written by a guy who does commerical jingles, sung by two completely unknown artists...... goes to show just how much the UK cares about this competition."
Well they were right. The writer ripped off the jingle for 'Bird's-eye Potato Waffles' which was by that point at least 20 years old!
This song was hideous at best. I felt for the performers who had been roped in to flogging the carcass of a dead horse. They did the best they could with it. Sadly Europe were light years ahead.
Side note: The commentator on german TV introduced the song with "And this is our strongest contender for the bottom spot" ... well, guess who finished last?
12 points from Austria!!! Good luck UK!!!
Tiroooooler
yes, so funny and catchy ... just calm down dear friends in the uk, this will be far above the many boring songs this year! we will definitely like it here in vienna :-))
Thanks. :) I hope people for this song, all we want in the UK is to make it on to the left hand of the leaderboard lol.
Yes, I cross my fingers too for the UK! But one important big thing is the boot sequence! Pleace don´t start as 1st or as last entry like you do often, dear UK! Just perform this song after some boring ballades in the middle of the contest and you will have good scores in the end! ;)
Happy to welcome you all in Vienna, Austria!!!! :)
Video: Shite
Scatting: Shite
Song: Actually rather good
Overall: I think we may actually be on the left hand side this year.
EDIT: WE REALLY WEREN'T. LIVE WAS TRAGIC.
2nd video is supposed to say music.
PickoMotorsport #91 You know you can edit comments right?
You sound like every other deluded moron who voted no.
***** What? and this coming from a guy who is faking to be the russian president. I'm just saying.
***** Dude.. calm down.
Still love this song in 2018
That's sooo crazy :D I love it! 12 Points from Germany!
Irgendwie finden auch meine Freunde das Lied voll toll xD Also Deutsche mögens xD
I'd say thank you In German but Thank you
Danke!
I like it too ! haha I really think it will get points from Germany.
Electro Swing
Come on stop the negative comments because you are insulting my country. Stop saying they will end up nil point which they won't, i like this it's great and all of these negative comments are making me think we are going to end up last so stop please
This is pure genious. Seriously. The UK might even win with this. I don't get why you aren't supporting your song.
Greetings from Ireland 🇮🇪 to the United Kingdom (wales England Leeds)
It's strange, but i'm so in love with this song! And the lady is very adorable ;)
10 points from Russia.
Congratulations United Kingdom Eurovision 2015 good luck.
בוקר טוב חברה
love love love this song ...the remix that comes with the iTunes download is great also
I am 70, I love music, I love this!! How come there are so many who don't?! Unbelievable.
Again I must say well done United kingdom best song they entered in years
What's up guys? Did you make up your minds after only one listening? I think you will regret making negative comments when the UK gets a fairly high placement in the Eurovision Song Contest 2015. This song will get its well deserved recognition after some time. Many people actually enjoy this. The style is called electro-swing and it seems to get a larger fanbase every day. Just because it isn't mainstream pop music doesn't mean it can't be good. It just sounds unfamiliar to begin with. Now, try to listen to it just one more time. And rememeber to smile and have fun! :)
what's with all the dislikes?? this is awesome! I just wish they'd get rid of the electronic segments.
for me, this is the best song from Uk last 15 yrs
I actually like this song, it's something different than from all the other. Congrats from Belgium
This song has my vote!
Am I the only one who thinks that this is catchy, fun and has clever words?
Didnt think petty disagreements between countries could over power peoples recognition of true talent... Times have changed, Eurovision is not as it used to be, well i can honestly say "ELECTRO VELVET" were the best performers of 2015. Keep creating such wonderful tracks!