The Wiwi Jury reveals their favourites in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2024

Junior Eurovision 2024 is only a few days away, taking place this Saturday 16 November. A total of 17 countries will present their entries for the public and juries, all hoping to be crowned the winner at the end of the show.

Before we settle down to watch some amazing young singers, the Wiwi Jury — our in-house panel of musical unprofessionals — has been busy listening to all the competing entries. It’s now time for them to reveal who their favourites are.

Below, they’ll each list their top five songs from Junior Eurovision 2024 and provide short reviews of their favourite. Read on to find out who they’re rooting for.

Junior Eurovision 2024: Wiwi Jury Reviews

Ruxandra

1. Georgia: Andria Putkaradze – “To My Mom”

This year was a surprise for me because I usually keep in mind that it’s a contest for children, so I tend to choose songs with a more child-friendly feel. However, this year proved that when children sing about topics they deeply relate to — like love for their parents — they can express an incredible amount of emotion in songs that feel more mature. Andria has a fantastic voice and charisma. He effortlessly holds my attention, reminding me that sometimes simplicity and honesty are the best tools for a good song. The lyrics, which he genuinely connects with, have a poetic touch that I really enjoy.

2. Armenia: Leo – “Cosmic Friend”
3. Malta: Ramires Sciberras – “Stilla Ċkejkna”
4. Netherlands: Stay Tuned – “Music”
5. France: Titouan – “Comme ci, comme ça”

Pablo

1. Spain: Chloe DelaRosa – “Como la Lola”

This is nothing short of explosive. Chloe absolutely exudes star power in a number that harks to the iconic “Antes Muerta Que Sencilla” but brought to modern times. Multiple references to current artists, evident Spanish pride, and hooky moments all over the song. They’re out for the victory, and they have the material to do so with ease.

2. Ukraine: Artem Kotenko – “Hear Me Now”
3. Ireland: Enya Cox Dempsey – “Le Chéile”
4. Armenia: Leo – “Cosmic Friend”
5. Estonia: ANNABELLE – “Tänavad”

Antranig

1. Ireland: Enya Cox Dempsey – “Le Chéile”

Ireland is my standout for this year, with a fantastic entry that straddles youthful joy and energy with a refined twist. “Le Chéile” will be easy to connect with for children and adults in equal measure, and it has a memorable hook that is infectious after just one listen. Both the heavy bass in the pre-chorus and the chorus itself are dazzling. This is a song that goes places and Enya is a fantastic performer who will make this take flight on stage. Well done, Ireland!

2. Armenia: Leo – “Cosmic Friend”
3. Estonia: ANNABELLE – “Tänavad”
4. Portugal: Victoria Nicole – “Esperança”
5. North Macedonia: Ana and Aleksej – “Marathon”

Scarlett

1. Georgia: Andria Putkaradze – “To My Mom”

A gorgeous song once again from Georgia. Compared to other songs and even other ballads this year, “To My Mom” stands out for its magical melody. Andria’s voice and sincere performance very much elevate the song. The instrumentation is rich, at times melancholic, but 100% timeless. Plus, the ticking rhythm in the background is quite a nice touch that adds a bit of flair. I hope the audience gives this song the attention it deserves, because this remains supremely underrated.

2. Estonia: ANNABELLE – “Tänavad”
3. Ukraine: Artem Kotenko – “Hear Me Now”
4. North Macedonia: Ana and Aleksej – “Marathon”
5. Ireland: Enya Cox Dempsey – “Le Chéile”

Jonathan

1. Spain: Chloe DelaRosa – “Como la Lola”

This is pure joy. Chloe hooks you in from the very first phrase and keeps you enticed throughout the entire song. It’s very hard not to smile and dance along when it comes on, so expect Madrid’s Caja Mágica to enter full on party mode when the homegirl takes the stage. A sprinkling of flamenco elements gives the entry a noticeably Spanish yet perennial quality, demonstrated by how it resembles María Isabel’s 2004 winner whilst also feeling completely contemporary for 2024. The song encapsulates exactly what Junior Eurovision is all about — children spreading happiness through music.

2. Armenia: Leo – “Cosmic Friend”
3. France: Titouan – “Comme ci, comme ça”
4. Ireland: Enya Cox Dempsey – “Le Chéile”
5. Ukraine: Artem Kotenko – “Hear Me Now”

What do you make of the reviews of our Wiwi Jury for Junior Eurovision 2024? Do you agree? Who are your favourites ahead of the contest? Let us know in the comments below.