Eurovision 2025: A Deep Dive into This Year's 37 Entries

From heartfelt ballads to quirky anthems, Eurovision 2025 promises a showcase of creativity and emotion.

The anticipated Eurovision Song Contest 2025 kicks off this Sunday, featuring a vibrant "turquoise carpet" event in Basel, Switzerland, that welcomes competitors from 37 nations. The real action begins with the first semi-final on Tuesday, where five countries will face elimination. Another six will exit in the second semi-final on Thursday, culminating in the Grand Final scheduled for Saturday, May 17.

This year's lineup is refreshingly diverse, with returning artists, an opera singer, and innovative songs addressing everything from cultural homage to poignant themes of loss. To prep for the competition, here's a breakdown of all 37 entries grouped by genre.

**Zany Pop Favorites**
Among the fun entrants, UK band Remember Monday stands out with their catchy anthem "What The Hell Just Happened?", showcasing an eclectic mix of musical influences. They hope their unique style and harmonious vocals will help them stand out in a competitive field. Hot favorites include the Swedish entry KAJ, whose invigorating song "Bara Bada Bastu" critiques the Euro-pop mold with a sauna-themed tune celebrated even by music legends. Austria's JJ offers an operatic take with "Wasted Love," blending high art with techno elements. Ireland's quirky submission "Laika Party" playfully laments the fate of Russia's space dog in a vibrant rave style.

**Cultural Homages**
Italy inspires two distinct entries this year. San Marino's "Tutta L'Italia" celebrates Italian culture with lively dance beats, while Estonia's Tommy Cash presents a tongue-in-cheek take on Italian stereotypes with "Espresso Macchiato," contributing to the cultural tribute theme.

**Subliminal Seduction**
Going for innuendo, Malta’s Miriana Conte pushes boundaries with "Serving," originally filled with suggestive phrases that were altered following complaints. Australia’s Go-Jo and Finland’s Erika Vikman also serve up playful innuendo in "Milkshake Man" and "Ich Komme" respectively, showcasing a syllable of cheeky charm.

**Cancer & Healing**
This year’s contest takes on powerful themes, as three artists draw from personal experiences with cancer. French singer Louane expresses heartfelt emotions in "Maman," while Norway's Kyle Alessandro transforms a phrase of hope into a pop anthem. Slovenia's Klemen Slakonja brings a deeply intimate perspective to "How Much Time Do We Have Left," resonating with personal storytelling about love amid illness.

**Dance Bops**
The lively dance floor is alive with Belgian explosive beats in "Strobe Lights," Denmark's infectious "Hallucination," and Germany’s catchy "Baller." Germany hopes that with their vibrant delivery, they might shake off a 15-year losing streak.

**Multicultural Vibrations**
Artists like Shkodra Elektronike blend traditional ethnic sounds with modern beats in "Zjerm," while Greek balladeer Klavdia’s "Asteromáta" focuses on the experiences of refugees. Dutch singer Claude shares his journey with "C'est La Vie," highlighting the overarching themes of resilience through adversity.

**Gothic & Ethereal**
With a resurgence of 'gothic pop,' artists like Justyna Steczkowska return with striking performances. Also, Slovakia’s Marko Bošnjak confronts personal trauma with "Poison Cake," while Latvia’s Tautumeitas bring haunting melodies that echo through the competition.

**Rock Revival**
Drawing from the past, Italy's Lucio Corsi revives glam rock vibes with "Volevo Essere Un Duro," Portugal’s Napa channels 70s influences with "Deslocado," and Ukraine's Ziferblat offers a hopeful anthem amidst adversity in "Bird Of Pray."

**Heartfelt Ballads**
As is tradition, this iteration also showcases heartfelt ballads, with Israel's Yuval Raphael touching on recent tragedies, and Georgia's Mariam Shengelia seeking to clarify her song's intent amid controversy.

With such a variety of entries, Eurovision 2025 promises to be a memorable blend of talent, emotion, and diverse musical expressions. Tune in as the world comes together to celebrate creativity in Basel!