France FRANCE 2016 - Amir - J'ai cherché

[QwaarJet]

The battle is not gonna be between France and Russia, it will be between Russia and Ukraine.

I seriously doubt that.

 

[tuorem]

Well, the more I listen to the song, the less I see how this could trouble top places actually. Unless we've got a staging that takes it to the next level, I can't see us do as well as most people think.

As I said earlier, that's very standard to my French ears, but it's catchy, which is the most important factor to most viewers I guess?

If Heroes won, then everything is possible, but I'd be surprised if that song won tbh.

 

[GWTW1939]

Well, the more I listen to the song, the less I see how this could trouble top places actually. Unless we've got a staging that takes it to the next level, I can't see us do as well as most people think.

As I said earlier, that's very standard to my French ears, but it's catchy, which is the most important factor to most viewers I guess?

If Heroes won, then everything is possible, but I'd be surprised if that song won tbh.

Well Heroes was the EBU chosen one that's why it was possible otherwise if things had played out fairly Sweden would have been a distant third and we would be going to Turin or Rome this year

 

[tuorem]

Well Heroes was the EBU chosen one that's why it was possible otherwise if things had played out fairly Sweden would have been a distant third and we would be going to Turin or Rome this year

I agree, but I hope they won't push us like they did with Sweden just because Russia is a threat or whatever. Last year, the jury vote looked really tactical and I don't want that to happen again. Fortunately, the real 50/50 system is back.

 

[ory26]

J'ai cherché - Piano version:

 

[esc87fan]

What a lovely performance, I really enjoyed it

 

[yulara]

It's so strange to have high expectations for my own country, I'm not used to it

 

[VikingTiger]

Well, the more I listen to the song, the less I see how this could trouble top places actually. Unless we've got a staging that takes it to the next level, I can't see us do as well as most people think.

As I said earlier, that's very standard to my French ears, but it's catchy, which is the most important factor to most viewers I guess?

If Heroes won, then everything is possible, but I'd be surprised if that song won tbh.

Yes, you said it: "Catchy". The french entry this year is very catchy and instant. That is always a good thing in a competition like the Eurovision. Amir will probably also come across the screen as a very nice and likeable young man; always smiling and with moves that can seem a bit "amateurish" - but charming indeed!!! If at the same time he neals the vocals - I think France will be right up there fighting in the top 3. The song also will appeal to all parts of Europe.

Amirs big contender, Sergey, on the other had; will seem utterly professional, I expect a great show from the Russian team. And he has the advantage of being known to many people. But I think many Europeans will go for the less pretentious act... Remember 2010?

 

[ESCada]

I get Rybak vibes from him.....,

Constantly smiling while performing, very cheeky and flirty .... Totally living for the stage and for the moment.

I guess we have a winner

 

[ayzelto]

I still think the song is one of the best this year, but that live.....

 

[tuorem]

Yes, you said it: "Catchy". The french entry this year is very catchy and instant. That is always a good thing in a competition like the Eurovision. Amir will probably also come across the screen as a very nice and likeable young man; always smiling and with moves that can seem a bit "amateurish" - but charming indeed!!! If at the same time he neals the vocals - I think France will be right up there fighting in the top 3. The song also will appeal to all parts of Europe.

Amirs big contender, Sergey, on the other had; will seem utterly professional, I expect a great show from the Russian team. And he has the advantage of being known to many people. But I think many Europeans will go for the less pretentious act... Remember 2010?

I get you except that Satellite was fresh to listen to (we never heard a song like that before in the contest) and memorable due to the way it was performed (Lena's style). IMO, J'ai cherché doesn't stand out as much as Germany 2010 in these regards to win, but it seems like my opinion is unpopular, so good for him

 

[VikingTiger]

I get you except that Satellite was fresh to listen to (we never heard a song like that before in the contest) and memorable due to the way it was performed (Lena's style). IMO, J'ai cherché doesn't stand out as much as Germany 2010 in these regards to win, but it seems like my opinion is unpopular, so good for him

Well, 2010 was imo a much weaker year that 2016. And personally I liked Satellite better than J'ai cherche. But I still feel the song and Amir has qualities that can lead to a very good result. At least I am hoping so!

 

[WhoKnows]

Yes, you said it: "Catchy". The french entry this year is very catchy and instant. That is always a good thing in a competition like the Eurovision. Amir will probably also come across the screen as a very nice and likeable young man; always smiling and with moves that can seem a bit "amateurish" - but charming indeed!!! If at the same time he neals the vocals - I think France will be right up there fighting in the top 3. The song also will appeal to all parts of Europe.

Amirs big contender, Sergey, on the other had; will seem utterly professional, I expect a great show from the Russian team. And he has the advantage of being known to many people. But I think many Europeans will go for the less pretentious act... Remember 2010?

Is it though? When it was first released, everyone just kinda shrugged. Then like two weeks later, everyone decided they really loved it.

 

[VikingTiger]

Is it though? When it was first released, everyone just kinda shrugged. Then like two weeks later, everyone decided they really loved it.

I am not saying it is instant love! But after having heard to song only once one would be able to hum or sing the yoouuuuuu-part of the song.

 

[esc87fan]

It took me a few listens to really get hooked, and now it's my favorite song this year. I can't wait till next week to see what his staging will be like (PS: there will be no tutu-wearing, tambourine-banging backing girls in Stockholm, Amir made it official)

 

[Sammy]

It's so strange to have high expectations for my own country, I'm not used to it

I know what you mean. I had this experience back in 2014.

 

[ory26]

The french juries:

- Roberto Ciurleo (Chair person), 46, Virgin Radio Manager
- Pat Angeli, 54, Radio journalist/Music specialist
- Dominique Mattei "Dumé", 34, Singer
- Sarah Cailllibot, 31, Singer
- Léa Ivanne, 55, Songwriter

 

[mariagold]

three of them have italian Heritage, Roberto Ciurleo (Chair person), 46, Virgin Radio Manager
- Pat Angeli, 54, Radio journalist/Music specialist
- Dominique Mattei "Dumé", 34, Singer

 

[toinou03]

three of them have italian Heritage, Roberto Ciurleo (Chair person), 46, Virgin Radio Manager
- Pat Angeli, 54, Radio journalist/Music specialist
- Dominique Mattei "Dumé", 34, Singer

The last two are Corsican, not Italian.

 

[nikolay_BG]

The difference between Amir's song and Sergey's song is that "You are the only one" catches you instantly while "Je whatever" requires more time from the viewer to be appreciated. Not a good sign. Sorry.