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[OFF TOPIC] Eurovision Song Contest 2019


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5 minutes ago, thiago_simoes said:


I'm sure that there must be a long explanation this. But then again, the greatest voice of this century in my opinion was from Amy Winehouse. This alone makes me question how race can be a factor when it comes to a great voice.

Not saying that black people have the best voices, just saying that they're voices are a perfect fit for backing vocals, due to vocal range, blending and depth.

 

I really miss Amy Winehouse :( It happened so long ago now, it seems like forever ago, but I still remember being devastated, because I listened a lot to her and was eagerly waiting for more albums.

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2 minutes ago, wumo26 said:

I would bet if John Lundvik would take of his shirt you would see it. 

Or maybe it's just me dreaming about it?:p (I should probably stop drinking more Gin and tonic) 

No thanks, I'll wait for another athlete :evil:

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3 minutes ago, Agger said:

 

Yeah. Wasn't selected. Not the first time a song was sent to Melodifestivalen but ended up in another country (we've had a few of those in Denmark as well)

and a hundred of those in Lithuania :lol:

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1 minute ago, Agger said:

That Belarussian girl could be the little sister of a girl who I've had way too many beers with the last few years. They look rather similar.

This has the potential for more stories while we're waiting.

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5 minutes ago, Agger said:

 

Yeah. Wasn't selected. Not the first time a song was sent to Melodifestivalen but ended up in another country (we've had a few of those in Denmark as well)

 

Interesting, I didn't even know it was possible for entries to appear in one national competition and then represent another nation. I like this one though, but like i said, it's not popular amongst the general public. By the way, the UK going with a rejected song from another nation's selection process... that just says it all really.

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3 minutes ago, heywoodu said:

I don't find it weird, bad or anything to think different 'sets' of genes may have slightly different qualities.


I'm not saying genetics is bullshit, it's just that I believe there are many other factors that could be more important than genetics when we try to explain the differences between people.

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