"Johnny" is a song by Danish-Moroccan singer and songwriter
Basim. The song was released as a single on 25 January 2024. The song competed in .
Background and composition
"Johnny" was composed and written by Basim, together with , Frej Randrup Lund, and Erika Charlotte Martinez Vest. Nordsø and Lund also produced the track. In an interview, Basim described the song as a tribute inspired by personal encounters, which showcased his storytelling and reaffirming how important it is to cherish loved ones while they are alive.
''Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2024''
On 25 January 2024, it was announced that the song will be competing in , Denmark's national selection for the
Eurovision Song Contest 2024
The Eurovision Song Contest 2024 was the 68th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. It took place in Malmö, Sweden, following the country's victory at the with the song "Tattoo (Loreen song), Tattoo" by Loreen. Organised by the European Br ...
, which marks 10 years since Basim competed and won the contest in
2014
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with the song "Cliche Love Song". In the final, the song qualified to the superfinal with two other songs, and ultimately placed second overall, winning the televote and placing second with the jury vote.
Charts
Release history
References
2024 songs
2024 singles
English-language Danish songs
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