Brits' share their favourite UK Eurovision entries of all time ahead of Saturday's final
The British public have had their say on the top UK Eurovision entries of all time. Despite many Brits hoping for Ed Sheeran, Adele or Harry Styles to represent the UK in the annual song contest, there is a wave of optimism this year among 15 per cent of Eurovision enthusiasts that Remember Monday could clinch the win, ending the UK's 28-year losing streak.
A survey revealed that 38 per cent of Brits are devoted Eurovision fans, tuning in every year or most years and with anticipation mounting for Saturday's final, Brits have shared their rankings of past UK entries.
Noteworthy mentions in the list of top UK Eurovision songs include Lulu's 'Boom Bang-a-Bang' from 1969, and Sonia's 'Better the Devil You Know', which just missed out on first place in 1993.
Cliff Richard's debut Eurovision entry in 1968, 'Congratulations', and Katrina and the Waves' 'Love Shine a Light', which marked the UK's last Eurovision victory in 1997, completed the top five in the poll of 2,000 adults.
However, topping the nation's favourite past entries are Bucks Fizz's 'Making Your Mind Up', Sam Ryder's 'Space Man' and Brotherhood of Man's 'Save Your Kisses for Me'. Cheryl Baker, who clinched the Eurovision title as part of Bucks Fizz in 1981, expressed her delight at being ranked the favourite of all time: 'That's fantastic! It's amazing it was 44 years ago that we won."
'My favourite was Sandie Shaw with Puppet on a String, and I was so excited when I got to meet her. Brotherhood of Man were the biggest selling of the Eurovision entries – I think they sold six million records! But it's an absolute honour and a privilege that people think of our entry as the best of British.
'There's been so many great songs which have come from the UK over the years, and it makes me so proud that people think of Bucks Fizz when they think of Eurovision.'
Speaking at the WhichBingo Awards, she also shared her thoughts on this year's UK entry, Remember Monday. Cheryl said: "I've never picked a winning song yet. I think the girls are brilliant, and the song is really good. I know the bookies are only giving it a 1 per cent chance – but you never know.
"They're up against Sweden and they put everything in – it's not just the song and the singing, it's all in the production. I think they could possibly nick it, which would make them the most successful Eurovision country ever, and they'd love to take that crown – but we'll give them a good run for their money."
Hopeful that her song with Bucks Fizz will remain just as popular in years to come she said: "I'd like to think Making Your Mind Up will still be popular in another 44 years. The bit they always show on the telly is when the skirts come off, as simple as that was it made that performance, and that moment is what stuck in people's memories."
The study indicated that the key elements of a successful Eurovision song include a catchy, memorable chorus (38 per cent), an unforgettable strong hook melody (34 per cent), and a moving or powerful vocal rendition (24 per cent).
Additional essential components are a charismatic performer who garners support (20 per cent) and an element of fun and chaos (19 per cent).
WhichBingo's spokesperson, Charlie Shakespeare, commented: "We're backing Remember Monday to go all the way, but how cool would it be if Ed Sheeran stepped out for Britain one year? As our research shows, there are several factors that contribute to a standout Eurovision performance. If they can adhere to these criteria, there's no reason Britain can't come out on top.
"It's been fabulous hosting so many celebrities at our awards event this week. There's been an incredible vibe here with everyone socialising and thoroughly enjoying themselves."
TOP 10 BRIT EUROVISION ENTRIES
Bucks Fizz – 'Making Your Mind Up'
Sam Ryder – 'Space Man'
Brotherhood of Man – 'Save Your Kisses for Me'
Cliff Richard – 'Congratulations'
Katrina and the Waves – 'Love Shine a Light'
Lulu – 'Boom Bang-a-Bang'
Sonia – 'Better the Devil You Know'
Olivia Newton-John – 'Long Live Love'
Bonnie Tyler – 'Believe in Me'
Cliff Richard – 'Power to All Our Friends'
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