description Melodifestivalen Overview
Melodifestivalen is an annual Swedish music competition organized by the national public broadcasters SVT and SR. Established in 1959, its primary purpose is to select Sweden's entry for the Eurovision Song Contest. The modern format utilizes a touring competition across multiple Swedish cities over several weeks, culminating in a grand final. It is consistently one of the most-watched television broadcasts in Sweden and serves as a major platform for local musicians.
help Melodifestivalen FAQ
Does the Melodifestivalen winner automatically represent Sweden at Eurovision?
Yes. SVT organizes Melodifestivalen as Sweden's national selection, and the winning song becomes the country's entry in that year's Eurovision Song Contest.
Why does Melodifestivalen run for several weeks instead of one night?
The competition uses televised heats followed by additional qualification and a national final. This touring format lets entries compete in different Swedish cities before the finalists meet in the final show.
How is the Melodifestivalen winner decided?
The final combines votes from the Swedish public with points from international juries. This differs from Eurovision itself, where each participating country contributes national jury and public scores.
Which famous Eurovision winners first won Melodifestivalen?
ABBA advanced through Melodifestivalen with "Waterloo" in 1974, while Loreen did so with "Euphoria" in 2012 and "Tattoo" in 2023. Those victories ultimately gave Sweden three of its Eurovision wins.
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