Re: UNITED KINGDOM - United Kingdom 2010
Quick interviews with the YCNU participants on oikotimes.com
Josh
What does Eurovision mean for you? To be involved this far has been a fantastic experience. I’d never imagined I would have the possibility to represent the UK but I’m going to give my best performance for the viewing public.
If you could duet with any Eurovision star, who would it be? I’ve loved lots of the acts over the years but I would love to duet with last years deserving winner Alexander Rybak.
Which UK Eurovision entry of the past decade has been your favourite? I thought Jessica Garlick’s entry ‘Come Back’ in 2003 was really catchy and was a great contender to win but I think this year’s entry is better!
Esma
What does Eurovision mean for you? Representing your country with pride and doing this through the gift of singing and entertaining others is a unique, memorable and fun time for the whole family to get together and enjoy quality music.
If you could duet with any Eurovision star, who would it be? Sertab Erener – Every Way That I Can, and, Helena Paparizou – My Number One. I idolise their amazing ability to sing, dance and look good simultaneously while entertaining the viewers at the same time.
Which UK Eurovision entry of the past decade has been your favourite? Javine, ‘Touch My Fire’ and Jade, ‘It’s My Time’. Both incredibly talented young artists and inspirational for me. Fantastic to watch and made us very proud!
Alexis
What does Eurovision mean for you? I love Eurovision as it’s a chance for Europe to show its musical talent and variety. I believe it’s an honour to sing for your country and therefore get the best out of the performers.
If you could duet with any Eurovision star, who would it be? I believe it would be Cliff, he was and is and influential artist that led and inspired an era of music that I take a lot of inspiration from.
Which UK Eurovision entry of the past decade has been your favourite? I believe last years entry was a stepping stone towards Eurovision focusing on the music. It was a great song and Jade has proved to be an incredible artist.
Karen
What does Eurovision mean for you? Absolutely everything, it’s all been an amazing experience so far and I really don’t want it to end. All the hard work and everyone’s support pays off.
If you could duet with any Eurovision star, who would it be? Alexander Rybak, amazing voice and I feel like I could relate and learn from his energy on sage and also his experience throughout the whole of last year.
Which UK Eurovision entry of the past decade has been your favourite? Jade Ewen, really strong singer and also performance. I’ve met her really briefly before and she’s such a nice grounded person.
Miss Fitz - Marina
What does Eurovision mean for you? To represent the UK in Eurovision would be a dream come true for me – as cheesy as that may sound! It all stems from when I was very young, watching my Dad read out the UK votes, I became a huge Eurovision fan from such a young age and always daydreamed about being the UK representative.
If you could duet with any Eurovision star, who would it be?
Got to be Cliff Richard, he’s a legend!!!
Which UK Eurovision entry of the past decade has been your favourite? I liked Jessica Garlick’s song ‘Come Back’ also ‘Love City Groove’ and Gina G’s ‘Just A Little Bit’, which I performed at school!
Maiken
What does Eurovision mean for you? To me Eurovision means fun times. When I was younger I used to watch it with my family and it was the day of the year all the kids got to stay up late. When I got older I used to watch it and wish that I was on that stage.
If you could duet with any Eurovision star, who would it be?
Celine Dion
Which UK Eurovision entry of the past decade has been your favourite?
Jade Ewen
Gemma
What does Eurovision mean for you?
It is a chance for all nations to get together and celebrate music from different cultures.
If you could duet with any Eurovision star, who would it be?
I’d love to sing a Christmas song with Cliff Richard.
Which UK Eurovision entry of the past decade has been your favourite?
Love City Groove by Love City Groove and Gina G’s ‘Just A Little Bit’
Uni5 - Sam
What does Eurovision mean for you?
It means so much to me, I am so lucky to get this experience yet alone perform for the UK in Eurovision. It would be an honour.
If you could duet with any Eurovision star, who would it be?
I would love to do a cool up tempo number with Gina G
Which UK Eurovision entry of the past decade has been your favourite?
I’m bias having gone to school with Jade, so I’m going to say Jade I think she did an amazing job.
Daniella
What does Eurovision mean for you? It means a lot to me, it would be amazing to represent the UK in the Eurovision and it will make me proud to be British.
If you could duet with any Eurovision star, who would it be?
Celine Dion or Jade Ewen.
Which UK Eurovision entry of the past decade has been your favourite? Well, mine was Gina G but that was in 1996, so not strictly the past decade. If I had to choose from the last decade it would be Andy Abrahams.
Dani
What does Eurovision mean for you? It means a lot to me, especially to be a part of the Eurovision since I was a little girl, so it would be amazing to do the actual show.
If you could duet with any Eurovision star, who would it be?
It would be Jade Ewen I think she has amazing talent.
Which UK Eurovision entry of the past decade has been your favourite?
My favourite entry would be Precious, ‘Say It Again’, they seemed like a cool band.
Amy
What does Eurovision mean for you?
I feel so honoured to have got this far, so if Uni5 win ‘Your Country Needs You’ and go over to Oslo, words would not describe how happy I would feel. The Eurovision means so much to me, I have been a keen fan for years and would be so proud to represent the UK.
If you could duet with any Eurovision star, who would it be?
Gina G
Which UK Eurovision entry of the past decade has been your favourite?
Javine
Lee
What does Eurovision mean for you? To be part of the Eurovision is such an honour. So many stars have appeared on this contest and to follow them is fantastic.
If you could duet with any Eurovision star, who would it be? Abba. I was lucky enough to be in Mamma Mia! (West End and the Film). I’ve met Bjorn and Benny a few times and their both lovely guys. Their songs are fantastic!
Which UK Eurovision entry of the past decade has been your favourite? I would have to say Jessica Garlick. She’s a fellow Welshie and family friend. The family were all sat around the telly supporting her.
