Why Eurovision results are about more than just the best song
The Eurovision Song Contest 2024 is over. Switzerland’s Nemo took home first place for their song The Code, racking up 591 total points for their final score. But what factors go into a Eurovision score? Researchers say there’s more to it than the music.
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The Eurovision Song Contest 2024 is over. Switzerland’s Nemo took home first place for their song The Code, racking up 591 total points for their final score. But what factors go into a Eurovision score? Researchers say there’s more to it than the music.