It's almost Eurovision time, when the world is united for three hours in music and we can't wait. While most people think the show is packed with dated cheesy Euro songs, it couldn't be further from the truth and this year's selection includes some very contemporary-sounding songs indeed.
Not that we want to scare you but there are a whopping 43 countries taking part this year – though only 26 will be in the grand final. To spare you the pain of listening to all of them, we have pulled out 23 of the songs tipped to do well and a few that we just like the sound of.
Check out the ranking below and let us know your thoughts...
23. Iceland – Ari Olafsson
Song: 'Our Choice'
Who? Classically trained Ari looks like a member of a boyband who never gets lead vocals.
What's the song like? A solid but ultimately bland piano-driven ballad that Joe McElderry could have sung as an X Factor-winning song.
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Chance of winning: 500/1
22. Ireland – Ryan O'Shaughnessy
Song: 'Together'
Who? Former BGT star who has penned a rather charming Ed Sheeran rip-off.
What's the song like? Cute lyrics and super sweet melody could give this song a chance. Check out the enchanting video clip – it'll leave a lump in your throat!
Chance of winning: 250/1
21. Azerbaijan – Aisel
Song: 'X My Heart'
Who: Is that Kim K? Er, no.
What's the song like? Perky pop tune with an infectious chorus belted out perfectly by Aisel.
Chance of winning: 200/1
20. Ukraine – Melovin
Song: 'Under The Ladder'
Who? Edgy-looking former Ukrainian X Factor star with New Romantic hairdo and a freaky-assed contact lens in one eye.
What's the song like? Catchy little rock pop tune that has an infectious 'Oh-who-oh-oh' motif.
Chance of winning: 125/1
19. Belarus – Alekseev
Song: 'Forever'
Who? Shaggy-haired fella who looks like he sleeps in a dark room.
What's the song like? Dramatic and moody, but very catchy with a very European sound.
Chance of winning: 125/1
18. The Netherlands – Waylon
Song: 'Outlaw in 'Em'
Who? A Dutch singer who named himself after his idol Waylon Jennings.
What's the song like? Country's cool right now – even Kylie's doing it. This is country by numbers and sounds like the kind of song you'd hear in the background of an '80s Patrick Swayze flick.
Chance of winning: 125/1
17. Denmark – Rasmussen
Song: 'Higher Ground'
Who? Danish rocker who looks part Thor, part mortal Viking. Hot!
What's the song like? Pretty catchy and anthemic, with a little Celtic flavour.
Chance of winning: 80/1
16. Belguim – Sennek
Song: 'A Matter Of Time'
Who? Lank-haired singer who looks like a member of Haim.
What's the song like? A sultry but cool, catchy ditty with a chorus that could be mistaken for a Bond theme.
Chance of winning: 66/1
15. Lithuania – Ieva Zasimauskaite
Song: 'When We're Old'
Who? Pretty young thing with a haunting voice.
What's the song like? A gorgeous, string-swamped tune reminiscent of a Cranberries track and packed with emotion.
Chance of winning: 66/1
14. Germany – Michael Schulte
Song: 'You Let Me Walk Alone'
Who? Curly-permed fella with a voice like Ed Sheeran (him again).
What's the song like? A lovely sing-a-long lighter-waver that again sounds like it's been lifted from the Greatest Showman soundtrack.
Chance of winning: 50/1
13. UK – SuRie
Song: 'Storm'
Who? Former Eurovision backing singer who looks like an Annie Lennox tribute act.
What's the song like? Actually pretty good, because it sounds very European and has a great chorus.
Chance of winning: 50/1
12. Spain – Amaia y Alfred
Song: 'Tu Cancion'
Who? A wholesome-looking boy/girl combo who fell in love on a Spanish reality show. Check out their video, it's soooo cute!
What's the song like? A lovely, sweeping ballad that is no classic but is pretty enough to satisfy many.
Chance of winning: 40/1
11. Australia – Jessica Mauboy
Song: 'We Got Love'
Who? Big-lunged former member of Aussie girl band The Young Divas
What's the song like? This is an upbeat and anthemic corker about gay marriage.
Chance of winning: 40/1
10. Moldova – DoReDos
Song: 'My Lucky Day'
Who? Two geeky guys and a sasspot lass who likes wearing Dynasty hats.
What's the song like? The most Eurovision song in the contest. Insane, cheesy and dated it may be, but dare we say quite a fun pop romp!
Chance of winning: 33/1
9. Finland – Saara Aalto
Song: 'Monsters'
Who? Everyone's favourite Finnish X Factor runner-up!
What's the song like? Ridiculously anthemic dancefloor anthem about trying to escape the shackles of the past. Check out her ballad version sung in 34 languages. It's lush!
Chance of winning: 33/1
8. Sweden – Benjamin Ingrosso
Song: 'Dance You Off'
Who? Insanely beautiful fella from Scandinavia.
What's the song like? This is a cool funky club cut you can imagine Justin Timberlake crooning. Sweden are dab hands at Eurovision and this is great, but might be too cool to win.
Chance of winning: 20/1
7. Czech Republic – Mikolas Josef
Song: 'Lie To Me'
Who? Cute young singer-songwriter-producer who can't stop gyrating and boasts a fine head of superslick hair.
What's the song like? A fun pop R&B corker that sounds a wee bit like Jason Derulo's 'Talk Dirty'.
Chance of winning: 16/1
6. France – Madame Monsieur
Song: 'Mercy'
Who? Smooth and sophisticated lass with peroxide hair
What's the song like? A breathy little song that would be a perfect on a lovemaking soundtrack.
Chance of winning:12/1
5. Bulgaria – Equinox
Song: 'Bones'
Who? A band of doom merchants from the sound of this not-so-merry tune.
What's the song like? Not exactly the kind of upbeat tune to get you dancing around the living room, but perfect for those moments when you want to goth out.
Chance of winning: 12/1
4. Norway – Alexander Rybak
Song: 'That's How You Write a Song'
Who? Handsome fiddle player who won Eurovision in 2009 with 'Fairytale'.
What's the song like? Nowhere near as good as his other song, but it's so upbeat and he is so smiley you can't help but like it.
Chance of winning: 6/1
3. Estonia – Elina Nechayeva
Song: 'La Forza'
Who? Raven-haired opera singer who looks more Kim Kardashian than Monserrat Caballe.
What's the song like: Takes a while to get started but even when it does it still doesn't really grab. Shame! Vocally stunning, musically bland.
Chance of winning: 6/1
2. Israel – Netta
Song: 'Toy'
Who? A girl who has habit of squawking like a chicken. For real!
What's the song like: This kicks off with Netta making said chicken sounds and all sorts of weird noises before becoming a feisty wee pop number with the catchiest chorus of the lot. This is tipped to win, and we reckon it definitely has a chance.
Chance of winning: 11/4
1. Cyprus – Eleni Foureira
Song: 'Fuego'
Who? Pop diva in the making, whose sound has serious Camila Cabello vibes.
What's the song like: This is probably the catchiest song in the whole competition – without the side portion of cheese. We wouldn't be surprised if 'Fuego' became 2018's song of the summer. Bring it on!
Chance of winning: 9/4
The Eurovision 2018 finals airs on Saturday 12 May from 8pm on BBC One.
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