This Benidorm Festival succeeded in drawing eurofans back to Eurovision and fueling excitement for the year’s most anticipated music celebration. The channel’s performance highlighted Spain’s entry, and the event generated high expectations both at home and abroad. The song, with its reggaeton and Latin pop cadence, stood out as a festival favorite. SloMo rapidly rose to the top of bookmakers’ rankings among songs from all represented countries.
According to data gathered by Eurovision World, Ukraine holds the lead with a 42% chance to win, followed by Italy with 15%, Sweden with 11%, the United Kingdom with 7%, and Spain at 4%. Chanel sits in fifth place for winning the Crystal Microphone, though rankings shift as the gala day approaches.
The channel faced a challenging path to secure support for its candidacy. Chanel’s single SloMo sparked controversy again due to its lyrics. In response, the artist has consistently defended the work, saying on numerous television programs that art cannot be judged as simply good or bad, and that meaningful expression should be celebrated rather than censored.
As the Eurovision journey nears, the participating singers engage in multiple events to showcase their songs and remind audiences why their talents deserve attention. One such event is Eurovision House Party, where artists perform in various venues. Chanel chose to deliver an acoustic studio version of her track to emphasize the song’s core message, prioritizing artistry over elaborate costumes, a trait she has long been associated with.
Through this approach, the artist aims to connect with viewers on a deeper level. A new interpretation of the song, distinct from the original, is intended to appeal to undecided fans. Chanel’s bid for Spain represents a return to national representation after a period with limited breakthroughs. Although Ukraine remains among the favorites because of the country’s current circumstances, Spain’s position near the top signals a hopeful trend for audiences who yearn for a remarkable moment on the stage.
Top 10 bets for Eurovision 2022
These ten nations have been crowd favorites as of May 3. The lineup is as follows:
- Ukraine with Stefania
- Italy with Brividi
- Sweden with Hold Me Closer
- England with Spaceman
- Spain with SloMo
- Greece with Die Together
- Poland with River
- Norway with Give That Wolf a Banana
- Netherlands with De Diepte
- France with Fulenn