LATVIA EUROVISION 2023 - REACTING TO ‘AIJĀ’ BY SUDDEN LIGHTS (FIRST LISTEN…WOWEEE)

Hi guys, and welcome back to my channel! If you’re new here, my name’s Rachel and I’m a huge Eurovision fan as well as a musician.
In today’s video, I reacted to Latvia’s entry for Eurovision 2023, ‘Aijā’ by Sudden Lights.
This one really took me by surprise, mainly due to the usage of multiple time signatures! 5/4 and 3/4? What more could I ask 4 😝.
But seriously though, this was great! A fabulous hook in the chorus underpinned by some really great acoustic and electric guitar melodies that complimented the singers voice so well. Not to mention, the really nice blend of languages. Well done Latvia, smashed it!
Initial Score: 9/10
Intro 00:00
Reaction 01:23
Thoughts & Comments 06:12
Outro 08:40
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[@jacob.basque]

the most uderrated song this year!!! this is a BOP. I NEED LATVIA IN THE GRAND FINAL 😭❤

[@raivopelcis551]

I really hope we will go to final...but semi final 1 is strong🥲 Buuuut our musicians are already preparing for that. They are doing a tour to introduce Europe with their song. They already participated as guests in Moldovan national selection final. So I hope they gather enough fanbase to get votes for qualifying. :)

[@GP-op4yt]

Would be great to see this qualify, but could suffer on the night due to the more immediate dopamine-hitters in the semi! The charms of the verses may be harder for others to hear perhaps. If I had to think of something comparable, maybe Muse?

[@PoderdoCosmos]

Im voting for them and Finland. 20 votes each.

[@bokuwamizuki]

I hope this song makes it to the grand final, it's a great song. Much love from Finland ❤️

[@clarabella8]

Luckily Italy could vote on semifinals 1 and I Will give them all my votes

[@danielahelanne]

Finally someone who appreciates this masterpiece !

[@PatiMoon]

This is my favorite entry of 2023 so far. I know it's not the kind of song that wins Eurovision, but I think a lot of people will enjoy it and I hope to see them qualify and get a top 10 even. Thanks for the extra footage at the end, lol.

[@bokuwamizuki]

Not my top 1 eurovision 2023 song but a really good entry. Def on my top 5 ❤️

[@arisplugis5197]

yeah,... if they had a transgender as a lead solist then they would win for sure.

[@diegosanchezhernandez2356]

I really love this song, it feels very intimate and like something I've never heard before. I hope it gets to the final

[@PoderdoCosmos]

They remind me of M83. I love them.

[@domiiinik4320]

This is my number 1 currently, I love the blend of rock and electronic, his voice is also perfect for this kind of song

[@PoderdoCosmos]

It's my number 2 🥰🥰🥰

[@MiudmonDice]

This song has just... Grown and grown on me. It was a bit of a learning process, i suppose, but this is just such a fantastic piece

[@Alba-dg8tt]

My winners this year ❤

[@Nora-esc2023]

As a Latvian Canadian with an international vote this year - I will be voting for Sudden Lights! Latvia to the GRAND FINAL. The time signal is a killer for Kararoke! - but I can sing Sweet Dreams in Latvian (the fade to the end). Quiet is the ultimate Latvian style. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYWbiJikpbdrhKs

[@mishinha]

I love this song, it reminds me of Mew, which is my favorite band, so moody but also hopefull!

[@driadka]

The only problem is that Latvia is this year in the first semi and since there's no jury and song is a massive grower, it might be overshadowed by other songs. Though I do hope it will make it to the final, it's so worth it!

[@ThePeaceAround]

Me too! Hope it gets to the final :)

[@neringajure1366]

True! I am lithuanian, and I absolutely love this song from our brothers!!! Wish them all the best in the semi!!

[@danielely3807]

This is so underrated, I can't even... I watch a lot of tops posted here on youtube, and this is almost always towards the bottom and I can't understand why...

[@ThePeaceAround]

Sounds so underrated!

[@connorjohnnn]

I dont have a musical background or any musical knowledge at all so I don’t know time signatures however I think everyone will be able to see how interesting and unique the production itself is in that first verse. It’s quite the way to start a song. I think the chorus is gorgeous and the outro in Latvian is beautiful too. I really hope it qualifies but I’m quite nervous for it’s chances tbh.

[@franciscocelson1462]

I love that song so much 🔥😍

[@CoCaSilvia]

I love this song!

[@boopyournose5698]

Based on the group itself, they said the song is made to console the world in these dark times where media is showing only bad and society in general is suffering. To me this is a work of art. Based on the meaning they have provided, I don't even see it as experimental but a very intentional in each detail. From the mood throughout the songs to instrumental, to lyrical change in mother tongue to emphasis on certain words and even to the point they don't follow any classical music rule... Very underrated song. Maybe it isn't the best bet for Eurovision since it's more about instant gratification and this song is more the one who gets better after each time you listen to it, but definitely a very impactful song.

[@ds5379]

This is an underrated gem in the contest. And I haven't been particularly keen of Latvia 's contributions lately.

[@hotelvasthorizon]

I love this song and still listen to it on a regular basis. His live vocals are impressive

[@cherrycolouredshades]

omg how beautiful this song is, it would be such a crime if it doesn't go through 😭😭

[@DynalYT]

yeah idk how they didnt go through

[@59Crossword]

Great reaction to a a spesial entry. Thank you for pointing out the unique time signature!

[@ras6070]

I knew you would love that song and understands the art in that. I myself don't have the real musical background (like I forgot everything) but the way it sounded off/not right made it by the first listen really special to me. The lyrics being simple with a message I could immediately sing along. The last part and the transition to that with the Latvian and the meaning of Aija being the sound of the lullaby just like Spaines EAEA. (Love to have both this year) I love that. I could have wanted more of that Latvian but just that makes it special enough. I wish and hope that it'll get the appreciation it deserves in the semi. At lot of loves

[@Oeugh]

No but honestly alot of people are saying ”non qualifier, boring” like this is 100% qualifying! Perfect vocals, impactful, native language in the end and authentic. And of course musically probably the most complex entry with the time signatures, which could honestly off put some viewers too. But im so hoping this qualifies so bad 🙏🙏🙏

[@raivopelcis551]

And a lot of these people change their mind after listening to it more than 3 times and add it in their top 15

[@MiudmonDice]

​@@raivopelcis551 but something about that is worrying. It's a 100% televote semi with the majority of people only hearing it once. Saying this as someone who has this as my current winner... I'm worried about it's chances.

[@raivopelcis551]

@@MiudmonDice yeah same...I am already mentally preparing either for a NQ break or 6th NQ in a row.(not including 2020 then it would be 7th).

[@ThePeaceAround]

I’m just pleased I get to see this one performed live :)

[@mjjdavid]

The BEST song this year in esc

[@plantita3183]

I knew you would love this from the moment it came out, it’s so good my 1st currently

[@dennyromanihinostroza2298]

I Love Latvia ❤ the melody and lyrick is great is very sentimental, good luck Latvia!!!

[@Rik77]

This went under the radar for me until recently. Its stunningly beautiful without being saccharine. One of my favourites this year.

[@clarabella8]

MY FAVOURITE!!! 12 points from Italy

[@bojankocic8425]

I don't have any musical background but I loved this song from the first time I heard it. I noticed that there is something different and unique when it comes to the melody and the guitar part reminded me of some 2000s alternative rock bands that I listened to when I was a university student. I hope they qualify because they deserve it! Thank you for another great video, Rachel! :)

[@Ita.Paperwhite]

This reminds me of music I listened to 10-20 years ago. Absolutely love this! Indie experimental. It's beautiful and such quality

[@Pine_bluffs]

Yes! Suede, Muse etc! Love that vibe.

[@mishinha]

It reminds me a lot of Mew!

[@marxton_]

I really wish this qualifies! It's in semi 1 where literally all the strongest entries are (I've never seen this very abnormally imbalance semifinal as this one yet). I like how the good the message is despite the lyrics being simple and straightforward. This is quality and deserves to qualify too. My favorite so far!

[@ds5379]

True. Perfectly decent songs will not qualify in semi 1 and garbage ones will qualify from semi 2 as there won't be anything better. Not to mention that Croatia's gimmicky entry might even pip out a more deserving entry in Semi 1.

[@user-gs3yf7dv8r]

@@ds5379 Croatia is the best thing this year, greatest arrangement

[@ds5379]

@@user-gs3yf7dv8r ugh

[@ds5379]

@@user-gs3yf7dv8r I can literally sing 'If you're happy and you know it clap your hands' to Croatia's song. Such a musical masterpiece. But yeah, we're making fun of Putin and Russia and putting a circus on stage so who cares about the music.

[@freemangriffin4953]

How do they know which semi they are in already? I know Sweden hasn't made their selection yet?

[@valterssluka1945]

they remind me a bit of radiohead, and thats a huge plus in my book!

[@niko5191]

I am a rapper and a poet myself so I listened to this song while looking more at the lyrics and the delivery, and damn, that was really something. The lyrics is truly poetic and really emotional, as it is most likely about a person who tries to hide harsh truth of the world that we live in to his loved one, by trying to keep that person asleep, in a poetic sense. I am also that type of person who invests a lot in others and worries a lot about their wellbeing so this song pretty much strucked me. The entire delivery of "Please, just don't wake up" and that soft ending gave me a really melancholic feeling that I cannot describe.

[@alexwtf80]

Very interesting song... at first the unconventional rhythm made me a bit uneasy but as soon as I got used to it I found it very captivating. 9/10 for me too

[@northcub]

i love this one! so intimate and beautiful. it didn't capture my attention at first but it really grew on me, and I'm really hoping it qualifies.

[@Doivid297]

Seems that Latvia's bringing the more interesting morsels of music theory to ESC yet again. Like you said, I personally think it's the strongest Latvian entry in quite a long time (probably since Aminata - oof), and tbh, I could very well see these guys troubling the top 10, even against some of the "bigger" powerhouses in semi 1. I hope so anyways!

[@avraampavlidis2862]

my #2 so far

[@dunastie]

Really glad you liked this one, it's def one of my favourites as well haha :D The drummachine kinda beat put me off a little at first, but after hearing it a few times it really grew on me haha. That might have been because of the 5/4 and the uncommonness of it throwing me for a loop haha ;p Def agree with ur 9/10 score haha

[@hippopotamusbosch]

Radiohead and Kraftwerk rhythms and electronic instruments. Vocally like early 2000s soft alternative rock (Travis, Keane, Snow Patrol…) They musicianship is what makes this special.

[@Doivid297]

I am a HUGE Kraftwerk fan, I do hear echoes of Tour de France in the intro. Nice to see someone else noticed!

[@hippopotamusbosch]

Check out KZbinr ESC Clarinet Moon for all the Eurovision songs sorted by their key signatures and loads of other fun music minutiae.

[@Doivid297]

@@hippopotamusbosch Ah yes, I'm familiar with some of their content. Very obscure stuff indeed, great fun.

[@Kernel15]

Oh hey! The time signature was something I noticed immediately as well! In my own review I had it going from 5/4 to 6/4, and noted that it's a brilliant way to put the idea of the lullaby into practice; to resolve the uneasy, unfamiliar 5/4 by moving to a more calming, much more familiar 6/4, just like how lullabies are supposed to help soothe and calm! I don't remember many Eurovision acts (if at all) who have played with time signature changes, so that alone adds points for me. I currently have it at 7th :D But I suspect that most people will write it off as a song that sounds weird, rather than view it as a technical strength that adds to the theme of the piece :(

[@xavallokiyo]

in my opinion, this entry is rather underrated when it's actually a little work of art musically speaking...

[@Maidaseu]

It’s Eurovision after all.

[@1RKruemel]

As someone without a musical background, i did not understand the change in tempo but felt it as an emotional difference: - verses feel anxious + build up tension - chorus feels soothing + releases that bottled-up energy LOVE this song!!! and loved how you described the ending: "[letting it] come to its natural end", which i also appreciate about this song

[@sofialatsou2407]

This song is pretty cool!😉

[@Pine_bluffs]

I knew you’d love this! It’s so your vibe, right? I read this song is about his baby daughter. For me, not just the lyrics, but also the low key angsty sound of this track so perfectly captures the overwhelming feeling of responisibility that hits you like a ton of bricks when you have your first child😢 This song is fantastic! Top 5 for me.

[@mio.vision]

I've been looking forward to your review of this song, so that I could learn a little bit more about the music. I love this song, one of my 3 favorites (Finland, Spain, and Latvia). The outro is my favorite moment of all this year. How I experience the song: the unusual time signifies the intrusion of trouble in the world, and the singer finds a way of coping this through a lullaby and tenderness.

[@ThePeaceAround]

Amazing meaning behind the song 💖

[@pean78]

This is a great great song, love it

[@ayumisanyuki7116]

finally the review that i'm looking forward to. the love that this entry needed, thank you ! 🥲🥰

[@oonanas6507]

Aijā is an actual real life good song! I love chachacha for the ESC (and us Finn’s would’ve loved it even without the competition) but no one outside of Finland would have never found Käärijä without the competition. Sudden Lights are amazing based on this and I’m super happy I found them 🩷 it’s really reminiscent of the 2010s music I used to listen to with the electronic/alternative/indie rockpop sounds. Feels like real music again after couple of years of just never ending TikTok music… 👀

[@Tollkirschenkind]

I'm late to the party, but I just recently discovered how much I really love this song. I don't see it qualifying unfortunately, tho it would be totally deserving. I put it in my playlist however for me to enjoy, and sometimes Eurovision is about that: discovering new songs and artists.

[@jonisuominen7836]

I really like this song. Shame that Latvia was so damn unlucky with semifinal draw. 1st half in super strong semi final and all neighbors/friends in wrong semi as well :(

[@perin2000]

So glad you like this, Latvia has one of my absolute favourite entries this year. But unfortunately it’s in SF1, which is so much stronger than SF2, and it’s flying a bit under the radar atm, so I feel like it sadly might struggle to qualify. I so hope I’m wrong though - like you said, this is absolute quality and such a beautifully constructed three minutes of music.

[@cultfiction3865]

Thanks Rachel for this reaction you are looking beautiful as always:) Just like you I do like this song it’s a cool song. Last years offering from Latvia, I pretty much hated with a passion. Half a dozen narcissistic men bragging about how big their private parts were, it was utter cringe. This is tons better though. And I’ll be honest, it took me a few listens for this to click with me, it wasn’t instantaneous. But once it clicks it clicks. strangely my 71 year old father who is a retired musician, didn’t care for this at all. And I know on your thumbnail you have written “a musicians dream” 😂😂 Now you could be right since he might sleep through it if he’s not keen on it.😂 But honestly I really like this and I think this has a decent chance to qualify for Latvia 🇱🇻

[@ThePeaceAround]

Aw maybe it’s just my musicians dream then 😆

[@silencestation557]

Yes, I knew you'll like it, was waiting for your reaction! I absolutely LOVE Latvia this year. The song is such an atmospheric, emotional and beautiful journey ❤️. I'm so sad I can't vote for Sudden Lights in sf1 but I really need them to qualify!

[@starvid1310]

When I wrote a comment under somebody's reaction that I am happy that I can vote for this absolutely stunning song, I got the answer that this year all countries can vote for both semis...

[@silencestation557]

@@starvid1310 It's probably about the "rest of the world"-votes where non-participating countries can vote on a special online platform and it will make one individual set of points.

[@starvid1310]

@@silencestation557 OK, Thanks for the answer.

[@TheManInBlueFlames]

Not sure it will qualify because it's very underrated BUT it's very unique musically. Latvia always sends songs that are different from the pack.

[@dajnova1148]

This is my number one, now that I have listened to everything. And it’s so sad that it’s barely on a bubble to qualify. As for your question about the rhythm perception by a someone who wasn’t musically trained. I interpreted it as “torn up rhythm” “smth not normal” I tend to gravitate to “weird rhythms”, especially when they are juxtaposed by something tender and melodic. I also LOVE 3/4 signature. It makes me weak in the knees. This here is too hard for my untrained ear to peg, but when you mentioned that it toys between 5/4 and 3/4 it kinda made sense why my body reacted to this the way it did. My ear knows more than my brain, it seems 😂

[@jet687]

Yes! I'd listen to a full album of this. Reminds me of Young The Giants (of "Cough Syrup" fame). Might be disorienting if you hear it in a line up but will definitely make an impression. The lead vocals also sound clean. This type of beat with smooth melodic vocals always make me think of private thoughts in public or a noisy party. There's a sense of nervousness, stifled energy and then catharsis in the bride. Perpetually my vibe. 9/10

[@ThePeaceAround]

I love your analysis and interpretation, spot on!

[@feitablackold2303]

I really, really like this song, and I am proud that this song will represent Latvia, even if it will not qualify (i remember bad results of Hooverphonic as example) - at least we send a song that truly represents us.

[@kevanmcdougallmph]

I am shocked by this. This was my 24 of 29 songs just a month ago. And now it's my 11 and could even crack into the Top 10.

[@lighthouse620]

Other than the beginning sounded very similar to Radiohead's 15 step I cant place any other sounds, its a very good song and I hope it gets Latvia back in for the first time in seven years

[@janisrudzitis437]

This - I have the same reaction when I heard it for the first time (15 step - the same time signature)

[@ThePeaceAround]

YES! I see the influence :)

[@BobKilledLauraPalmer]

For me it's a hidden gem of this year - very romantic lullaby with nostalgic sound (Latvia has been famous as a home for indie rock in post-Soviet region). But considering 100% televote, I'm not sure how it will do in the contest. It's in the 1st, 'bloodbath', very competitive, semifinal, along with several fans and bookies favorites and I'm afraid, Latvia risks to NQ again - not all audience likes this type of dreamy, experimental music. Gosh, I want it qualify so badly...

[@mio.vision]

I know. I really wish that had been drawn into the second half of SF2.

[@boopyournose5698]

To me this song is not Eurovision worthy. Not because it's bad, but because it's so musically complex and advanced that the usual mainstream music that Eurovision goes for wouldn't see the beauty in it. This song is pure art with attention to every little detail that it basically makes the listener feel exactly what they are conveying even if they don't know the language. Eurovision is more about catchy songs while this is the one that gets better after each listen. So while I love the song, I don't see it getting through to the finals. But I hope I'm wrong.

[@mio.vision]

@@boopyournose5698 Will you vote for them?

[@boopyournose5698]

@@mio.vision I don't think I can vote for my own country

[@dk240996]

The intro really threw me off when I listened to it the first time to the point where I couldn't appreciate the rest of the song, but thankfully, I relistened to it soon enough and wow. This is really lovely and I hope the televote only SF format won't prove to be a mistake with this NQing, so help me GOD ESC fans we'll have to have a serious talk.

[@lunchboxangel]

As a person who knows VERY little technical stuff about music, you getting so excited about the time signatures absolutely tickled me. :) I'm an 80s baby and love late 90s - early/mid 2000s rock and indie music, this is so incredible and a little nostalgic for me. Praying they qualify!!

[@laurijss]

... a lullaby to this crazy times!

[@hlb979]

I love songs like these, especially the unusual time signatures always attrack my attention no straight influences detected, but it reminded me of the more experimental side of Radiohead I guess? also, ow :(

[@einom1236]

I am so pleased I've been recommended your channel this year! Now I'm going through video after video of yours and 1) our musical tastes are very similar (I wish you were the official Eurovision jury :D) 2) I really admire how sincere and empathetic you are in your reactions. Thank you so much! You've gained a new subscriber :)

[@turtellok4964]

I loved that outro, I feel the pain

[@REN_1291]

Very special song and one of my favourites. Want to see it in the final.

[@meagans-hx3hv]

I absolutely love this song. I play it everyday. It is so underrated. I think it's very catchy and find myself singing the chorus all the time. It's a shame it's not in semi 2, I worry it may get missed amongst the others in semi 1. BTW, hope your hand is OK Rachel?! 😊

[@anacristinaribeiro9592]

As a portuguese, I love our entry, Ai Coração, but my 2nd is this song from Latvia. Its really my kind of song!

[@anssia3123]

I really like this, it's pleasant and easy to listen to but not boring. I really hope they qualify. It might not be the best fit for ESC but who knows. It's a quality entry. I'm rooting for Latvia.

[@ZakArcherMusic]

I appreciate the musicianship of this entry from Latvia this year. The use of multiple time signatures and clever choice and use of instrumentation makes this song stand out from the crowd. The singer also has a very good voice with lots of control, light and shade which is important for any Eurovision performance. I don’t think it will go down too well in terms of the public vote, but in my opinion this will be lapped up by the jury for sure.

[@mitacla967]

Nice one. They are kinda reminding me of R.E.M., like 'Losing My Religion'!

[@artursbondars7789]

In last year's we like to send experimental songs, not caring much what would others will think. This Year we are sending lullaby, of course there deeper meaning behinds song to.

[@50sRockChick]

That was live. It was from their selection process, I’ve been playing this song on repeat for about a week and watching as much of it as I can, it is nice to see someone appreciate this on first listen. I absolutely love it. Vocally he’s amazing too. Not sure what 5:4 means but someone else mentioned it wasn’t 4:4 .

[@sivale7621]

I loved it since my 1st listening

[@matleeena]

Definitely a grower, took me quite a few listens, but now I really like it. It's kind of funny, because from the first listen I knew this was my kind of music (what I listen to normally, or maybe more accurately, listened to about 10 years ago), but something just didn't click. Maybe I was also a little distracted by the music video, because the song kind of opened up to me when I saw the live performance. Although I do like the video too.

[@shea8977]

2:31 "sorry for the american accent" took me back to school when teachers would apologise for showing us american videos 😭

[@groot1421]

Easiest 10/10 in the selection so far

[@ThePeaceAround]

Knew you’d like it!

[@starvid1310]

@GrootTotally agreed🤩

[@abc4607]

Funny how we are having two songs with the "same" title this year: Aijā and EAEA. Both gorgeous, by the way.

[@Rafaelinux]

How is it the same title?

[@abc4607]

@@Rafaelinux in Spanish, "ea ea" are the words mothers repeat to calm their babies down while rocking them in their arms. I've read somewhere that "aijā" is the same in Latvian. Funny, huh?

[@lejasword]

Different languages, but they have the same meaning

[@mariannazavogianni9852]

Thanks for your reaction, Rachel! This is one of my favourite songs this year. I read somewhere that ‘Aija’ is the name of the singer’s daughter and the song is like a lullaby to her.

[@anniel8753]

a bit of a late reply from me, a Latvian 😁 Aija is actually a girls name in Latvia, however aijā/aijāt means swaying somebody (usually a baby or child) to sleep. To me it brings back the warm and cosy feelings of childhood when you're in your parents lap with zero worries, and I still use it with my daughter as many, many parents do ❤ the word "aijā" is used in most of Latvian lullabies. so while it is slighly different you're still close 😊

[@jacek182]

I like this song

[@Lambertv]

My #1 ex aequo with Aussies song tho can't wait for your reaction to Australian synth prog metal 👀

[@seanmcmichael2551]

"I twatted my hand against the desk". LOL. Rachel, I understood that verb, even though its not really used in Irish English. It seemed an unusual turn of phrase for you. You're generally more measured in speech, mindful of a more global audience. So I enjoyed you letting your hair down. 😂👍 Also enjoyed the song appraisal.... yes, I'd like to see it progress to the Final.

[@ThePeaceAround]

I restrain my language so much in my videos, I actually have a potty mouth when the cameras off 😂

[@gabrielgreenwoodschannel]

She knows what’s up

[@Rafaelinux]

2nd year in a row with a top10 worthy representative from Latvia. Hope they don't get robbed like Citi Zeni!

[@thomasharteveld9614]

Radiohead-ish. Hoping it will go through in bloodbath semi-final 1. Already have 9 songs that deserve to be in the final with 5 songs to be released

[@SergioNoelio]

Hi Rachel! Huge Fan. Please react to Sudden Lights Aija's rendition as it appears on Episode 2 of ESC "A litthe bit more" starting around minute 18:32 . Enjoy!

[@n_mcg]

When I saw that you posted this reaction, I knew it would be one you liked ahaha

[@supaman6713]

I'm from Latvia and even if I wasn't, this would be my favourite after Finland, I think it's too mellow to win though, and realistically won't achieve top 10, knowing Eurovision, not even top 20, but it should, I love indie rock

[@troyyrob]

I also like this song. It is a great and easy listen. I think they just needed to up his mic for his vocals throughout the performance. The music video also has really arresting visuals. You and I also really liked LPS last year. Their mastery of their instruments reminds me of LPS too. I worry this may not qualify. It seems to have its strong fans but I worry it may be too experimental or indie for the voting public. I hope they qualify.

[@juliemilanovic5681]

Can't wait for you to react to Voyager Australia's entry. They actually won the public vote with their track Dreamer later year. But Promises is great too 👍🤗

[@lindaneimane2073]

Beautiful song discription 🌸🌸🌸

[@Charlotte1333]

When I heard this song for the first time, I thought interesting rhytme I wonder what ThePeaceAround is gonna say about it 😊 I love it, it reminds me of the band Air Traffic in the 2000s. The style and the singer’s voice

[@peterhajduch6702]

It isnt one of my favourites but i need this in the final. So far Ireland Malta are out for me, so Latvia needs flop from Switzerland, Azerbaijan and then one more country, unfortunately if this makes it, It will be borderline but i really hope they will make it.

[@astrongcc8911]

I don't have any idea if any popular Eurovision song has a 5/4 signature but Greece 1983 is one example I guess Can't wait for you to react to Serbia. That one is an experimental song and a half, my current winner too.

[@jesuism6386]

I knew you would like this song I like it too but I'm afraid that public don't understand this song like you said the low energy in the verse will surely lose a lot of people. Your little aww at the end was cute❤😂

[@neilonaniet]

My favourite Japanese mathrock band (who I had the privilege of seeing live last September) went mad with 5/4 and 6/4 in their early material, so this song caught my attention too. It’s an underrated song, I feel. I don’t think it’s getting as much hype as other countries I could mention. I think this will qualify, but … *checks* … yeah, they’re in semi-final one, with a lot of good songs. Might be touch and go. But just as I think Vesna will easily avenge We Are Domi, this could well get some justice for Citi Zeni 😀

[@ThePeaceAround]

You have to let me know the name of the band now!

[@neilonaniet]

@@ThePeaceAround They're called Tricot. Check their early EPs - "Bakuretsu Tricot San" and "School Children and the Cosmo". They're both on Spotify if you use it. Hopefully, they'll be back in the UK soon, in a town near YOU. Check out instrumental Japanese mathrock band Paranoid Void too. I also saw them last year when they came over. In fact, there are just too many awesome Japanese mathrock bands these days. My favourite genre right now.

[@jamesmcn2582]

I’d love to see this in the final! Also - I’m not sure if 5/4 has been used at all in recent years, although the chorus sounds a bit more like 6/8 than 3/4 to me:)

[@th5841]

I would say 3/4. The bars come in pairs. 6/8 is more triplets. It feels like 2/4 but with triplets instead of 8s. Queen Of Kings is 12/8, but it feels like 4/4 with triplets.

[@ThePeaceAround]

Yeah it’s definitely 3/4, just a fast time signature

[@blythb7819]

I really like this one. Sadly I don’t think it will do well as it doesn’t have that mass appeal, but I’ll remain hopeful! Gives me Biffy Clyro vibes!

[@musikkritisk]

I can put this song below the 13th place, it has something unique despite the lack in a strong hook but the sound itself. I don't have music education but my taste likes it!

[@starvid1310]

below or over 13th place?

[@katebirch1207]

I tend to latch on to rythm in music. For some reason I don't pick up the 5/4 in this at all (I've listened to Aija a *lot*) but I felt drawn to it immediately. That might actually be a thing for me now that I think about it, the song that got me into Nightwish - Ghost Love Score - also has complicated meters (also did not pick up on them, saw a reaction video XD). Oh and I have taken like 4 music theory lessons and I was under 15 years old, so I'd conside myself non-trained.