"Higher Ground" is a song performed by Danish singer

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. The song was released as a digital download in Denmark on 11 February 2018, through Renegade Records. It represented Denmark in the

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, Portugal.

Eurovision Song Contest

On 22 January 2018,

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, Portugal, and subsequently qualified for the final, held on 12 May 2018. In the final, the song received 38 points from jury vote and 188 points from televote for a combined score of 226 points and an overall 9th place.

Theme

In an interview, Rasmussen explains that the song is about trying to solve conflicts by peaceful means and refraining from the use of violence.

Quote: ''"That's why the song is also about being able to take a step back and solve conflicts in a different way than just thrusting a sword into the belly of someone, you are facing. So, it has a message of peace."''

In the same interview, Rasmussen explained that the song is inspired by the legend of Magnus Erlendsson, Earl of Orkney, Magnus Erlendsson, a late Viking age chieftain.

Track listing

Charts

Release history

References

2018 debut singles 2018 songs Eurovision songs of 2018 Eurovision songs of Denmark Peace songs {{Eurovision-stub