James Newman: ‘Loss at Eurovision makes me stronger’ | Stars

entertainment">“Moments when things don’t turn out the way you hoped teach you how to get back together and get stronger,” writes Newman. “When you write a song, there is never a guarantee that you will find the connection with the audience that you hope for. I would like to thank all the fans who supported me on this adventure. Because those are the people you ultimately do it all for. ”

entertainment">The British media were deeply disappointed with Newman’s “humiliation” on Sunday. The Guardian stated that it is “a disappointing result in a long run dating back to 1997.” Then the UK won for the last time, thanks to Katrina and the Waves.

entertainment">The Sun was sharper in her comment and speaks of “a humiliation. If the corona virus had submitted a song, it would probably have received even more points, ”the newspaper writes in its comment. The Independent finds that James Newman’s song “was received by our European neighbors with the same enthusiasm as a fart in a crowded room.”

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