This song is in my top 3 this year. I'm completely in love, even more so after understanding the concept behind the lyrics. The melody is dissonant in the verses, and the vocals really resemble a lullaby in the chorus. Sudden Lights was one of the great discoveries of this year for me. Their other songs are also excellent. Thank you, Latvia
First listen: Pew 😌 It's been years, since we have last sent something not embarrassing to the Eurovision. Second listen: hmm, this is kinda good actually Sixt listen: Guess this is my ringtone now 😳 I am addicted
This is currently my favourite song! It has this indie, even prog rock feel to it like Porcupine Tree, Radio Head and Agent Fresco. I love how it switches from 5/4 to 3/4, though the odd time signature may also make that intro so jarring. I also fully agree on your thoughts on wanting to see this qualify. It's gonna be hard, but last year I didn't expect Iceland to qualify either so fingers crossed. I'll definitely toss it some votes
@@ESCTom yeah it can be hard stuff to deal with. Most eurovision songs have a 4/4 beat so it doesn't come up a lot luckily ^^ Can't deny it's fun when it does switch up though!
Definitely the kind of song that gets better with each listen. It's not quite striking me the first time. I'm saying this as someone who thought Raum would have been the best option for Latvia.
It saddens me how people are not responding to these creative instrumentals well. People were annoyed at the voices in the instrumental of The Moon Is Rising in Latvia 2021 and now people find the intro of Aija "off putting"...because these were the elements of these songs that wowed me from the get go.
im open to creative sounds, Cha cha cha and "Samo mi se spava" are my top 2 songs this season. but i still want it to sound pleasing to the ear. anyway im only 1 person, they dont need to win everyone over. just enough to get the votes
This is good but I never remember what Latvia are bringing us when I read the name of the band and song. Always have to check it out. Though I've seen hundreds of "My top m-37". Why is that?
This song is so beautiful. A rock ballad which has a sweet meaning behind it plus the last part ends like that because the song is basically a llulaby. I love it. My 2nd so far 🔥🇱🇻
You're my favourite Eurovision youtuber and I've watched all of your reviews for this year so far, keep it up! I was just listening to the Latvian entry when I thought "I don't remember watching tom's review on this, did I miss it?" And JUST when I thought about that, this video pops up. This is my third place so far behind Czechia and Slovenia, I really like it, it's underrated af :(
thank you Mr Pushy, sorry im replying so late, theres been so many things coming out recently 😂 yea im hoping its underrated too. not cos its my fav, but because i want them to QF this year
I love it. I can totally see other eurovision fans not liking it but its completely my type of music. I'm also worried for them with the semi that theyre in too. We don't have all the songs but theyre with a whole bunch of countries with good track records.
yea i feel like this is another situation where if Latvia were in the right draw, theyd be ok. but once again they have gotten a draw that doesnt work for them
The 2023 song Latvian „Sudden Lights”- Aijā. Aijā is a popular word in Latvian lullaby's. Eurovision has something special and surprising this year. something different from other countries. About the cultural values of our nation and how united the nation is together, no matter how difficult it is. Vote for Latvia because they have worked hard? Give them a chance to reach even higher heights in the future.
A lullaby is, in my opinion, the most beautiful and loving form of music. Seeing the dark world events and people's lives ruined by evil, we could not remain indifferent. That's how the song was made in English, it's our attempt to comfort everyone who is hurt by what's happening. The title of the song in the native language - in the mood of a Latvian folk song - in a word that is impossible to translate," "Sudden Lights" explains the meaning of the song.🇱🇻
also I just wanted to say I only just started following you here and on twitter but I really like how you explain your thoughts and try to be open and see merit in every song
Oh man, I just want all the more interesting songs in the final (this one, My sister's crown, Mama ŠČ, Cha Cha Cha hopefully) it would be so chaotic and fun.
i think the electronic intro could be beneficial actually to catch people's attention, much like the self playing piano with bridges and once they have the attention of people, they then get into the core oft he song and so on and so forth
The depressing element of last year's vote rigging is that a nuanced song like this now has little chance of qualifying without juries. Maybe he needs an inflatable rocket.
I’m honestly flabbergasted that this is currently sitting behind Belgium and Denmark in the Eurovision scoreboard. Two songs that to me are painfully generic and unoriginal
well belgium has been out a lot longer, i would guess that a lot of people havent heard it yet. it wont let you see your scoreboard until you rate everything and so some people might just put it at the bottom so they can see their list
Hey! I just remembered that you at some point mantioned that Latvian delegation should spend a lot of time thinking about how to stage the last part of the song. How well do you think they did it in the end?
i thought it was the best staging that Latvia had had since 2015. Although they had the most beautiful LEDs and they didn't really show them which was such a massive shame
Lots of comments here and elsewhere that this gets better with repeat listening. That's fine, but as a first time, three minute listen on the night, that won't help them with non-fandom viewers. I'm an indie fan, but this is niche indie. It's way down in the odds with the bookies for a reason
Must confess Tom, i didn't listen to any of the Supernova songs this year. There was just so much going on all over Europe and had to be selective in what i was paying attention to. So, this is the first time i heard this. I find this ok. Unlike you, indie rock is my vibe completely. Not dismissing this at all but just now, i don't find this special enough. It doesn't grab me and shout "listen to me". Its totally inoffensive to my ears but atm, that is as much as i can say. 3 months to Liverpool though and plenty of time for it to grow into my affections. However, therein may lie the problem. Is it immediate enough to people who will hear this for the first time in the semifinal? I'm not sure But like you, i do wish Latvia well 👏
yea im in the same place as you, the most "grabbing" moment for me is also the most unpleasant. just praying that this song's popularity translates into votes with the broader public
This song is dangerous, after few times listening, it creates addiction 💛
Can confirm
Sooo true
i hope there is enough people that feel as passionately about this song as i do for them to qualify! this is my second place atm behind Vesna!
My absolute favorite! Finally, some beautiful quality indie-style music that is standing out...
The beginning beat is actually my favorite element in the song. Immediately catches my attention
This song is in my top 3 this year. I'm completely in love, even more so after understanding the concept behind the lyrics. The melody is dissonant in the verses, and the vocals really resemble a lullaby in the chorus. Sudden Lights was one of the great discoveries of this year for me. Their other songs are also excellent. Thank you, Latvia
You need to get voting for this, it really needs your help to get through semi 1. I really Wanna see Latvia qualify
@@ESCTom, I am in Brazil now. So I wonder if Eurovision allows me to vote from here.
First listen: Pew 😌 It's been years, since we have last sent something not embarrassing to the Eurovision.
Second listen: hmm, this is kinda good actually
Sixt listen: Guess this is my ringtone now 😳 I am addicted
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This is currently my favourite song! It has this indie, even prog rock feel to it like Porcupine Tree, Radio Head and Agent Fresco. I love how it switches from 5/4 to 3/4, though the odd time signature may also make that intro so jarring. I also fully agree on your thoughts on wanting to see this qualify. It's gonna be hard, but last year I didn't expect Iceland to qualify either so fingers crossed. I'll definitely toss it some votes
thanks for explaining about the 5/4 to 3/4 timing, i dont know those type of technical terms, but i like learning about them 🙏🏻
@@ESCTom yeah it can be hard stuff to deal with. Most eurovision songs have a 4/4 beat so it doesn't come up a lot luckily ^^ Can't deny it's fun when it does switch up though!
It's my favourite at the moment, I hope it will at least make it to the final
Definitely the kind of song that gets better with each listen. It's not quite striking me the first time. I'm saying this as someone who thought Raum would have been the best option for Latvia.
Eeeep but is that not a worrisome thing for some that has once chance to be heard to qualify?
It saddens me how people are not responding to these creative instrumentals well. People were annoyed at the voices in the instrumental of The Moon Is Rising in Latvia 2021 and now people find the intro of Aija "off putting"...because these were the elements of these songs that wowed me from the get go.
The main Eurovision community want every song in a 4/4 time signature with a standard pop sound
im open to creative sounds, Cha cha cha and "Samo mi se spava" are my top 2 songs this season. but i still want it to sound pleasing to the ear. anyway im only 1 person, they dont need to win everyone over. just enough to get the votes
I have discovered this song just today and I am really into it. What a pleasant surprise, an outstandig and unique entry! I support you, Latvia! ❤🇩🇪
@@Werderina Thank You from Latvia ❤️👫
This is good but I never remember what Latvia are bringing us when I read the name of the band and song. Always have to check it out. Though I've seen hundreds of "My top m-37". Why is that?
This song is so beautiful. A rock ballad which has a sweet meaning behind it plus the last part ends like that because the song is basically a llulaby. I love it. My 2nd so far 🔥🇱🇻
You're my favourite Eurovision youtuber and I've watched all of your reviews for this year so far, keep it up! I was just listening to the Latvian entry when I thought "I don't remember watching tom's review on this, did I miss it?" And JUST when I thought about that, this video pops up.
This is my third place so far behind Czechia and Slovenia, I really like it, it's underrated af :(
thank you Mr Pushy, sorry im replying so late, theres been so many things coming out recently 😂
yea im hoping its underrated too. not cos its my fav, but because i want them to QF this year
I love it. I can totally see other eurovision fans not liking it but its completely my type of music. I'm also worried for them with the semi that theyre in too. We don't have all the songs but theyre with a whole bunch of countries with good track records.
yea i feel like this is another situation where if Latvia were in the right draw, theyd be ok. but once again they have gotten a draw that doesnt work for them
So we're gonna have 2 amazing lullaby songs this year?
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Haha it was almost 3. There was a lullaby song in Ukraine too
Yes, very indie vibe. That chorus brings me right back to London -97 with Suede, the Verve and such. Good times🥳
Finally their nq streak will end, great for them
The 2023 song Latvian „Sudden Lights”- Aijā.
Aijā is a popular word in Latvian lullaby's. Eurovision has something special and surprising this year. something different from other countries. About the cultural values of our nation and how united the nation is together, no matter how difficult it is. Vote for Latvia because they have worked hard? Give them a chance to reach even higher heights in the future.
It's an interesting entry and for me probably the best from Latvia since Justs. So yeah, I'm rooting for Latvia to qualify.
A lullaby is, in my opinion, the most beautiful and loving form of music. Seeing the dark world events and people's lives ruined by evil, we could not remain indifferent. That's how the song was made in English, it's our attempt to comfort everyone who is hurt by what's happening. The title of the song in the native language - in the mood of a Latvian folk song - in a word that is impossible to translate," "Sudden Lights" explains the meaning of the song.🇱🇻
also I just wanted to say I only just started following you here and on twitter but I really like how you explain your thoughts and try to be open and see merit in every song
thank you M&M - sorry im late replying to this! 🥰
Oh man, I just want all the more interesting songs in the final (this one, My sister's crown, Mama ŠČ, Cha Cha Cha hopefully) it would be so chaotic and fun.
Yea i think this year could be the year that pushes the boundaries on music genres the most this year
i think the electronic intro could be beneficial actually to catch people's attention, much like the self playing piano with bridges
and once they have the attention of people, they then get into the core oft he song and so on and so forth
Thanks for your review from Latvia! I think, their strategy should consist of passionate performance and simple staging, like at Supernova.
Lyrics are important here - probably they should display them somehow on screen. It could help listeners to understand their message.
The depressing element of last year's vote rigging is that a nuanced song like this now has little chance of qualifying without juries. Maybe he needs an inflatable rocket.
True! Precisely why I always argue that the solution is not to remove the juries but to fix it.
yea youre right, i feel this is a jury > televote song
I’m honestly flabbergasted that this is currently sitting behind Belgium and Denmark in the Eurovision scoreboard. Two songs that to me are painfully generic and unoriginal
well belgium has been out a lot longer, i would guess that a lot of people havent heard it yet. it wont let you see your scoreboard until you rate everything and so some people might just put it at the bottom so they can see their list
Hey! I just remembered that you at some point mantioned that Latvian delegation should spend a lot of time thinking about how to stage the last part of the song.
How well do you think they did it in the end?
i thought it was the best staging that Latvia had had since 2015. Although they had the most beautiful LEDs and they didn't really show them which was such a massive shame
Lots of comments here and elsewhere that this gets better with repeat listening. That's fine, but as a first time, three minute listen on the night, that won't help them with non-fandom viewers. I'm an indie fan, but this is niche indie. It's way down in the odds with the bookies for a reason
Must confess Tom, i didn't listen to any of the Supernova songs this year. There was just so much going on all over Europe and had to be selective in what i was paying attention to. So, this is the first time i heard this.
I find this ok. Unlike you, indie rock is my vibe completely. Not dismissing this at all but just now, i don't find this special enough. It doesn't grab me and shout "listen to me". Its totally inoffensive to my ears but atm, that is as much as i can say. 3 months to Liverpool though and plenty of time for it to grow into my affections. However, therein may lie the problem. Is it immediate enough to people who will hear this for the first time in the semifinal? I'm not sure
But like you, i do wish Latvia well
👏
yea im in the same place as you, the most "grabbing" moment for me is also the most unpleasant. just praying that this song's popularity translates into votes with the broader public
Can you react to Polish entry in the National Final- Jann Gladiator. I really hope it wins the ticket to Liverpool and I am dying to hear from you!
Haha yes I’ve seen it’s very hyped. I’ll do it tonight. Was going to wait for all 10 songs but that might take too long
Please Tom - what do you say before you play every track???
"wanna know my secret? bang" its a eurovision lyric. it helps me sync starting the video with my reaction
@ESC Tom aha, mystery solved! Thanks for your reply - your coverage is by far the best - we need to get you more followers 😀
It's not for me this will suffer not enough public will like it
I'm not connecting with this song one bit. It's currently 15th out of 15 for me, so maybe Ireland has a chance of beating one song at least.
Another kettle/toilet break contender for me Tom.