Hammers, Moons, Nemos: Eurovision 2024 reviewed, pt10 (Germany, Poland, Switzerland)

Could Switzerland win Eurovision? Yes. Could Germany?... uh, no.
Also, Poland is here.
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[@burnsdaylight]

my favourite nemo fact is that they got their start in music production through minecraft note blocks

[@5q1d87]

Really ?

[@timojarun7830]

His, not “theirs”.

[@olliematic1474]

@@timojarun7830 no, 'their' is correct

[@sterndrache...ok.]

Where did they say that? That's just hilarious xD

[@chelli6555]

That's so funny if true

[@FeeESC]

'nothing burger' is one of my favourite phrases atm

[@thedistracteddoctor]

I totally agree: there’s a new phrase in my vocabulary and it is ‘nothing burger’.

[@azazzlenic]

Don't forget the bread sandwich

[@MattaNL]

​@@azazzlenic the only thing that can actually beat Loreen in a music competition🙈

[@joaovitormatos8147]

Can I just add that the most famous Ammonite is Nautilus, which in Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea is the name of a ship run by... Captain Nemo

[@wilyriley_]

Considering Nemo themself was named after Captain Nemo, this definitely wasn’t a coincidence

[@padmeamidala40]

🤯

[@MorkyMuffin]

It annoys me that some places are saying the lyrics say "heaven's eyes" instead of ammonites

[@dasmysteryman12]

Now I wanna know if Nemo was a big fan of Jules Verne!

[@wilyriley_]

@@dasmysteryman12 their parents were, apparently

[@allegra3500]

Can we get a Gabe in Germany story time please bc I feel like there is so much to unpack 😭

[@trildi]

For real 😂

[@padmeamidala40]

I just teared up a bit - As a non- binary person you explained beautifully how I feel about nemo and their song

[@escgabe]

Thank you!! I’m really glad I was able to represent it properly ❤️

[@tirex3673]

One thing, I want to note about the german televote is, it was still open, while the jury vote was announced, so there is a possibility, that people didn't vote for ryk, just because the jury vote already made his win very unlikely.

[@jennysid]

We have to remember that Jury in Germanys Nf were not germans lol. They were INTERNATIONAL juries who gave Max 10 points... not the germans.

[@Frokkdot0]

Rewatching this series seeing Gabe being so terribly wrong with Germany is really entertaining

[@escgabe]

😅😅

[@Frokkdot0]

@@escgabe But really, I hope they dont see this year as a sign that the NDR needs to not change anything, because it really does

[@lisa.3585]

Thank you so much for your deep understanding of Nemo‘s journey and of „The Code“ as well as their song „This body“! Btw, some weeks ago Nemo performed „This body“ in a much more powerful and positive version on the private Swiss TV channel 3+. As for Germany, I agree that Ryk‘s song is marvellous and would have had a realistic top ten chance.

[@fleurnightingale]

Ich Kundige is such a bop, i am sure it wouldve gotten high.

[@Drag_on_king]

The Code is just such a good representation of being Nonbinary. In the text, visually, and in the music. It is just so impowering. Having some traditional femine aspects (operatic bits) some more masculine bits (rap part) and some unique nonbinary experiences (pop) as the glue. And finding unique, yet elegant ways to piece them together in one whole picture.

[@taykaygalaxy]

nemo strikes me as an esc gabe enjoyer. hope we get confirmation on that lol

[@ely03cassandra]

Gabe, the Germans didn’t ruin Ryk’s chances, it was the international jury. They made sure only Max or Isaak could win. The German public voted for Isaak, to prevent Max from winning. If Ryk still would have had a chance to win after the jury votes, then probably he would have won the televote. I’ve heard/read from many Germans that they didn’t vote for Ryk because there was no point anymore. Therefore, the German public can’t be blamed for this disaster. Only NDR with their horrible voting system and the international jury. Greetings from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@miglepon9303]

The Code is such a good song and it will be the most deserving winner ♥

[@logi-a]

I was devastated when I heard that Grossstadtgeflüster wasn’t going to compete for Germany. Here in Iceland this song was EVERYWHERE. Literally everyone was talking about how much they loved it, even people I know that don’t really care about ESC (yeah ik, shocker. Icelanders that don’t care about Eurovision lol) knew about this song and were excited for Germany to have a good song. Sad but oh well, if we shouldn’t have assumed so early. Also Nemo is easily my number 1 this year and is top 5 in my top ESC songs of all time

[@padmeamidala40]

Aww that makes me really happy as a German :) sending lots of love to Iceland

[@rickhunter3930]

It's easy to forget Germany was set to send Ben Dolic who had a banger in 2020. Whatever system Germany used that year, they should do that again.

[@TheBadVideoMaker]

I am pleased to hear your opinion of the Polish song. Normally this type of pop song does not stand out for me, but I love this song to the point that it is my favourite this year. I would be happy with the placings that you predict.

[@aekelly]

I get a kick when my favorite channel creators compliment each other. I love Overthinking Eurovision! I was so sad when they took a couple of years off. 💕

[@Giorgiogva]

Great reaction! love from Switzerland 🇨🇭 ❤

[@kai-uweschmidt7615]

First of all: Thank you for the Germany-section. As a German I'm so sick and tired. NDR doesn't have a clue and it would have much bleaker if 2018 never happened. The national final has been a hot mess and the Eurovision-hype in Germany is dying. At least NDR is gone after this Eurovision-season. My biggest fear was that Max Mutzke is winning our national final. Many celebrieties in Germany have promoted him since he got top 10 and some people think he could do it again. "Oh Boy" hasn't clicked with the wider audience in Germany, but I didn't think Isaak had a chance whatsoever. Anyway, I just hope Isaak can bring us at least high enough that the artist is not getting blamed for going to Eurovision. The german media is very rude. He doesn't deserve that.

[@TheSillyPotato]

EDIT; Omg thank you for including my "i'm sorry, zero points" Germany edit LMAO it caught me so off-guard! I feel like I'm the only one who doesn't like or understand "Oh Boy".. I genuinely think Germany would place in the bottom (again) if they sent it. It's just a big hunk of nothing burger to me, I've tried getting into it several times but it just gives me nothing. He's got a really nice voice though! (Disclaimer; I like "Always On The Run" but I think it will get a similar result to what "Oh Boy" would, and before someone accuses me of not liking ballads, "Hold Me Closer" by Cornelia Jakobs is my absolute favorite ESC song with over 2000 streams, with my 2nd fav being "Neka Mi Ne Svane" by Danijela (Croatia 1999) - Oh Boy just never clicked for me)

[@Modosco]

Thank you for your words on Nemo and The Code! I feel the same as you, let's hope for the best!

[@chelli6555]

You getting angry about the Rundfunkbeitrag is so funny, yet so sad and relatable too.

[@6xlord907]

it's so outdated... just feels wrong. if it was a smaller amount and only for independent news i'd be fine with it. but they're using the money for so much garbage aswell.

[@foxytackernadel1249]

You should check out „Wir werden letzter“ and „Alegmane zero points“ referring to Germany‘s absolute disapointment over the years :)

[@_dont_mind_me]

Germany - I don’t care what anyone else says I LOVE this song and it’s my #2. I don’t think it’s perfect for esc but it’s very similar to what I’d listen to in my free time. That being said I like Ryk’s song even more and it probably would’ve been my #1. Poland - I like the song a lot but it hasn’t cracked my top 10, I have no idea how it’s going to do but it’ll hopefully have a good staging concept Switzerland - my #3, I remember watching this for the first time and just sitting there in shock like ‘wow that’s one of the most amazing things I’ve ever watched’ it’s one of a kind and they perform it amazingly. I really hope this wins

[@padmeamidala40]

As a German - thank you for the intervention we desperately need it

[@robyyn_your_gender]

:laughs in 12th place:

[@erinnadia0409]

I'm so glad you mentioned This Body by Nemo, I felt the two songs really go together and make each song even more incredible by hearing them both, This Body makes me feel so sad to listen to but The Code really feels like it's a closing chapter to how Nemo felt, I really hope they do have peace within themselves because they deserve it so much. ❤

[@ashlatano6886]

I couldn't watch the german national final and when I got on my phone the next day I was so confused. I was 100% convinced that Ryk would win. 😭

[@icyflame716]

The fact we lost two amazing ballads to two generic pop songs in both Germany and Luxembourg is kinda sad.

[@jijitters]

I couldn't imagine any song grabbing my heart more than Finland's entry this year, but Nemo truly blew me away. The Code gripped me at first listen and now I can't imagine anyone else winning.

[@joelbarceloba]

My opinions on the songs: Germany: Okay song imo, but they will probably get bottom 5 again. Feel bad😢 Poland: Not for me, idk Switzerland: MY FAVORITE❤Idk if they will win, but that would be so deserved!

[@JaneH-u7r]

Is it just me? I didn’t find Ryks song any more compelling that’s Isaac’s. To me they are both slightly dated and snoozy. I do hope Isaac does ok though, I feel like giving him a couple of votes bc he’s clear top guy and has a great voice.

[@padmeamidala40]

Same… I didn’t get the hype at all, but at the same time, given the options 😵‍💫

[@jtb357]

Really??? 👀

[@erinnadia0409]

Yeah I actually like Issak's song more 😂😅 I was happy when he won

[@jamescopeland9047]

I was all on board for Ryk… then the air raid sirens drowned out two-thirds of his performance

[@frenchhufflepuffie83]

Since you talked about fan contests, I'm gonna share my fun fact: I've participated once to one (about twice or three times overall), back in 2018 I would say. I was attributed Norway, and like there were a rule like "don't bring someone who has already participated to a Eurovision event, and don't use a song that has more than a few million views"(don't remember the exact limit). So I searched "Norwegian songs", and in the end I found a very interesting but at the time not very well-known to the public, a young blond with a peculiar voice, AURORA, and her song Runaway. I fell in love instantly and chose it as my entry, and I managed to get 3rd place!

[@michaeldyck1595]

My favourite songs from this year has changed drastically. First it was Ukraine, then it was Croatia, and now it’s Switzerland. hopefully we can go back to Switzerland for the first time in 36 years in 2025

[@joaovitormatos8147]

I just now realized that all the chess is because the Rook in polish is "wieża" which literally means "tower"

[@padmeamidala40]

In German it’s the same Turm in chess- Tower

[@rai1879]

Same in Spanish, torre

[@Snowshowslow]

Dutch as well, toren. I think English is the exception. I mean, even the actual physical object looks like a tower.

[@lmce85]

I don't if Nemo watches you, but I know they have a TikTok with THIS EXACT JOKE 19:07

[@Palatariso_epic]

(6:31 to 6:42) NOT THE CHURCH TAXES 😭😭😭

[@timgriffin2021]

I think, that Germany should stop automatically qualifying to the GF. Maybe this could give us more motivation to send good songs

[@recben8023]

Thank you for introducing me to Oh Boy by Ryk. I have never cried just from listening to a song, but when I listened to it, the combination of the beauty of the song, the soft power of Ryk’s voice, and my anger that this song was robbed of a chance to show the world how amazing it is in favor of the most generic song in the entire competition made me tear up, and I have listened to the song 40 times in a row since watching this video.

[@Iamyouiay]

The German broadcaster needs to sit down and watch the first segment of this video for a whole week on loop. Poland has definitely the most interesting girly bop this year. I wonder how she’ll stage it🤔 And for Nemo, I'm just glad that SRF made the right choice and recently really got the assignment.

[@russell10]

Really enjoyed that review of the Code. Got my fingers crossed they receive the result they deserve

[@mysticgirl916]

They did... and then some!

[@caro12347]

my fav from the german national final was Tears like rain

[@finnlnrd_]

Funny thing, the wildcard song by Floryan sounds exactly like the beginning of Armenia 2014. Same key, and 4 BPM less than Not Alone.

[@superbotnotabot]

6:47 church taxes?! what the frack?!

[@trildi]

The only song this year that I can see potentially being both the televote and the jury winner is Switzerland. Always love a Friends reference, and now it's time to go watch your Poland 2023 video, still not over that whole tragedy!

[@uyoon4581]

My friend and I have a whole inside joke together about Germany this year, because Isaak is so nice and talented but the song is not very competitive, so over all it's just a safe choice. So every time something happens in Eurovision that we don't like we say to each other 'well at least we still have Germany'.

[@RosesEleana]

lord of the lost didn't deserve last place for sure

[@jtb357]

Ryk - Oh Boy should have been the entree.

[@saraht3196]

i didn't know gabe and i know very similar struggles from living in germany 😆 i know that ausländer behörde pain...

[@thekosek]

I must say, Gabe, you nailed how to pronounce Justyna's name and surname. And it's so nice you like polish pick! That being said, no, screw Rafał, him being picked as our representative was not only embarrassing, but it was even bigger controversy that last year NF and it's not even close

[@allegra3500]

I literally live only for these reviews 😭😭

[@efi3825]

Lots of agreeable stuff. But please, don't let the German broadcaster decide their participant behind closed doors. They are already struggling with this behind open doors, you know.

[@muffimonkey5065]

my biggest fear at this point is that they intern "worldstar anastasia" with a generic schlager song

[@shimasachu9257]

Germany renewed their last place subscription.

[@myjunkdrawer8014]

Gabe you may need to Tabatha Coffey Germany into making good choices.

[@dasmysteryman12]

Germany is the new UK

[@EmoBearRights]

Im not over Germany not selected Oh Boy or Poland not selecting The Witcher. Sorry I don't like The Tower and thinks it's as generic as hell.

[@cricketsi11]

I will never be over Germany passing up the chance to send Electric Callboy!

[@alexisbrandon1911]

Actually I really like Isaak and his song

[@perlareinhard386]

You are hilarious 😂😅🤣in a good way

[@tifak380]

The only true winner of polish internal selecions should be Pan savyan! Justice for Pan savyan : ((( Seriously go check him out everyone. (Ale twoje oczy w kolorku amaretto...💔💔). Justyna would be a thousand times better even though i dont really enjoy the song. WHY DO WE HAVE TO FUCK UP EVERY TIME POLAND??? WHY????

[@wibbliams]

J a b ł u s z k o

[@thomastheeternaltormentor287]

jesień was also a runner up!

[@domiiinik4320]

Germany - pretty standard for them, bottom 3 in the final awaits Switzerland - this song was my 2nd place for some time, but I got bored, still it's great and top 10 for sure Poland - ah shit, here we go again, why is my country always shooting its own ankles, last year our juries fucked us with Blanka instead of Jann or Dominik Dudek, now they are ridiculous choosing Luna over Justyna, Pan Savyan or Coals, their anti-polish choices should be studied lol

[@thomastheeternaltormentor287]

I get the same feeling about PL song - it eventually falls flat. The participant seems to also lack in the vocals department :|

[@floraeuphoria]

😭😭15:44

[@ΣΠΥΡΟΣΜΑΚΡΗΣ-ρ6ι]

MY FAVOURITE IS GREECE

[@lostmatches]

I find myself concerned about how this channel sometimes focuses on negative aspects of Eurovision, which may unintentionally foster a climate of dissatisfaction or hostility. The content could potentially fuel negative attitudes or hate online. In particular, I’ve noticed that Gabe can come across as rather critical and harsh in his commentary. I truly appreciate Gabe’s passion and insights, but I feel his tone might benefit from a more balanced approach, as it may be unintentionally contributing to a sense of discord within the Eurovision community-a result that I’m sure is contrary to his actual intentions.

[@mariafatimamoraisfernandes4671]

❤❤❤Portugal

[@echtblikbonen]

Deutschland sechsundzwanzigsten Platz. Es tut mir leid!

[@syrupsealpha]

Highly delusional, but i would love germany to send peggy gou

[@kevindeering1457]

honestly don't get why switzerland is the fave to win when croatia, the netherlands, italy and ukraine are all literally right there

[@jijitters]

I like The Codw more than all of those. I really don't understand what anyone sees in Ukraine's entry at all, it's very boring.

[@syrupsealpha]

JUSTYNA IS 51?????????????? DUUUUUUUUUUUUDE here i fucking was thinking that queen was like 27 what on EARTH... how........

[@rumenok]

Duuuuude she was participating at Eurovision 1995 how on earth she can be 27? 😭

[@syrupsealpha]

@@rumenok I am a new eurofan i did not know this either

[@rumenok]

@@syrupsealpha no problem 👌

[@MalenaCPH]

I don't get the hype over Polands song.....

[@reislaya]

Uhmm... excuse me but that fucking 'Oh Boy' is so fucking bad and boring wtf (just like Isaak ofc)

[@jtb357]

Disagree

[@muffimonkey5065]

heavily disagree

[@aekelly]

I absolutely love the way you describe The Code and it's meaning and significance. 🩷🌈

[@Werderina]

I‘m quite tired of the constant bashing of Germany…. 🥱 Also I don’t want to hear about the last place of last year or this year or people talk like „Germany this… Germany that….“. Germans are not melted into a block! We are different and have different tastes, nobody really wanted Ryk but a certain group…. So get over it and stop your annoying oversimplifications. Relax. Thanks.

[@timgriffin2021]

Sagt die tarot tussi 😂

[@timgriffin2021]

Sagt die tarot- t***i 😂

[@timgriffin2021]

@Werderina sagt die tarot-t...i 😂