Through all the controversies that surround Israel, it’s always interesting to watch and talk about this show without getting into the politics surrounding the country.

2018 discovered a true star. This unknown from Israel came onto the stage with a song unlike any other heard on the Eurovision stage with a bang.

Written by famous winner of the 1998 contest, this song, originally titled "Ke'ilu Kan (or "As if here"), was an impressive entry.