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Posted by: Jạy 21st June 2013, 12:55 AM

http://i.imgur.com/hAOLGzr.png

Country Name: Jayrusalem
Capital City: Yerüshajayim

Posted by: Jạy 21st June 2013, 12:55 AM

Jayrusalem's BJSC History


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghVuT9I7xeY
LV | 55 | June 2013
Sharon Doorson
'Killer'
[01st - 114 points] - Semi Final 1 Result (Qualified) [14 qualifiers | 26 entries overall]
[09th - 121 points] - Final Result [29 finalists]


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07WL16cVEYA
LVI | 56 | July 2013
Kay
'Next to You'
[20th - 38 points] - Semi Final 1 Result (Did Not Qualify) [15 qualifiers | 24 entries overall]


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGDxZ3p_qeU
LVII | 57 | August 2013
The Green Children
'Kisses from the Sky'
[18th - 44 points] - Semi Final 1 Result (Did Not Qualify) [15 qualifiers | 25 entries overall]


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZMKmq-nff8
LVIII | 58 | September 2013
Tom Swoon featuring Taylr Renee
'Wings' [Myon & Shane 54 Summer of Love Mix]
[18th - 49 points] - Semi Final 1 Result (Did Not Qualify) [15 qualifiers | 27 entries overall]


https://soundcloud.com/joel-compass/joel-compass-astronaut-ghost
LIX | 59 | October 2013
Joel Compass
'Astronaut' [Ghost Loft Remix]
[15th - 51 points] - Semi Final 2 Result (Qualified) [15 qualifiers | 26 entries overall]
[31st - 40 points] - Final Result [32 finalists]


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XK33xMbdWcQ
LXVI | 66 | July 2014
Naxxos
'New Orleans' [Sam Feldt Remix]
[16th - 53 points] - Semi Final 1 Result (Did Not Qualify) [15 qualifiers | 28 entries overall]


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmJ06K9v_Dc
LXVII | 67 | August 2014
3LAU featuring Bright Lights
'How You Love Me'
[04th - 92 points] - Semi Final 1 Result (Qualified) [15 qualifiers | 30 entries overall]
[05th - 145 points] - Final Result [32 finalists]


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zqdo_Umd5c
LXXII | 72 | February 2015
Natalie La Rose featuring Jeremih
'Somebody'
[02nd - 133 points] - Semi Final 1 Result (Qualified) [15 qualifiers | 32 entries overall]
[05th - 161 points] - Final Result [31 finalists]


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-VET23C-9A
LXXIII | 73 | March 2015
Lion Babe
'Treat Me Like Fire'
[16th - 63 points] - Semi Final 2 Result (Qualified) [16 qualifiers | 32 entries overall]
[08th - 140 points] - Final Result [34 finalists]


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpvUoCL001Q
LXXIV | 74 | April 2015
COIN
'Run'
[17th - 61 points] - Semi Final 1 Result (Qualified) [20 qualifiers | 33 entries overall]
[40th - 141 points] - Final Result [42 finalists] {Note: 18 Point System}


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tekBe4QNM8
LXXV | 75 | May 2015
Adam Rickfors featuring Marylin
'Heartbeats'
[12th - 70 points] - Semi Final 1 Result (Qualified) [20 qualifiers | 35 entries overall]
[18th - 192 points] - Final Result [41 finalists] {Note: 18 Point System}


https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=rig4nZZ2sbU
LXXVII | 77 | August 2015
Bonnie Anderson
'Unbroken'
[06th - 88 points] - Semi Final 2 Result (Qualified) [20 qualifiers | 35 entries overall]
[05th - 278 points] - Final Result [42 finalists] {Note: 18 Point System}


https://soundcloud.com/myzica/wait-just-a-minute-makeup
LXXIX | 79 | October 2015
Myzica
'Wait Just a Minute' [Makeup and Vanity Set Remix]
[07th - 83 points] - Semi Final 1 Result (Qualified) [20 qualifiers | 32 entries overall]
[13th - 206 points] - Final Result [42 finalists] {Note: 18 Point System}


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J78HcPJwl1M
LXXX | 80 | November 2015
Liz Longley
'Rescue My Heart'
[18th - 58 points] - Semi Final 2 Result (Qualified) [20 qualifiers | 32 entries overall]
[37th - 125 points] - Final Result [41 finalists] {Note: 18 Point System}


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cx45hgWqj8
LXXXI | 81 | January 2016
Keke Palmer
'I Don't Belong to You'
[24th - 36 points] - Semi Final 1 Result (Did Not Qualify) [20 qualifiers | 32 entries overall]


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Maq_oG43nIU
XCII | 92 | February 2017
Coracle featuring Michael Bird
'Running on Empty' [Chris Howland Remix]
[32nd - 9 points] - Semi Final 1 Result (Did Not Qualify) [20 qualifiers | 32 entries overall]


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxXk1xMXt9M
C | 100 | October 2017
Loop
'Maybe I'm a Liar'
[29th - 98 points] - Semi Final 1 Result (Did Not Qualify) [23 qualifiers | 43 entries overall] {Note: 18 Point System}


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FuNneHaJC04
CXXIII | 123 | March/April 2020
The Perfect Kiss
'Indebted to You'
[19th - 54 points] - Semi Final 1 Result (Qualified) [20 qualifiers | 30 entries overall]
[36th - 116 points] - Final Result [41 finalists] {Note: 18 Point System}


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbywD7ai-wM
CXXIV | 124 | April/May 2020
Donna Missal
'Hurt by You'
[09th - 82 points] - Semi Final 2 Result (Qualified) [20 qualifiers | 33 entries overall]
[13th - 188 points] - Final Result [42 finalists] {Note: 18 Point System}


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYIY8VwqaPk
CXXV | 125 | June 2020
Audrey Mika
'Just Friends'
[21st - 46 points] - Semi Final 2 Result (Did Not Qualify) [20 qualifiers | 30 entries overall]

Posted by: Ryan. 21st June 2013, 12:56 AM

Welcome Jay!! Congratulations on qualifying for the first time!

Posted by: Calum Sandé 21st June 2013, 07:58 PM

Loving the thread Jay, welcome to the contest! Hoping you do well with Sharon!

Posted by: Jạy 30th June 2013, 05:19 PM

BJSC LV

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghVuT9I7xeY
Click the artwork to watch the 'Killer' music video!

BJSC LV: Jayrusalem achieve a Top 10 result in their debut contest

After a wonderfully hosted final courtesy of Skall, it was revealed that Jayrusalem's first ever entry - Sharon Doorson's 'Killer' - finished in 9th place, with 121 points. Additionally, 'Killer' came first in the Group 1 Semi Final, with 114 points!

We are thrilled with these results, and very thankful to the countries who voted for Sharon Doorson throughout this contest.

Many congratulations to Caerfyrddia, who won BJSC LV with the wonderful 'Bring It Back' by Marcel Woods feat. Vanbot.

Posted by: Jạy 30th June 2013, 05:19 PM

BJSC LV - Stats [Sharon Doorson - 'Killer']

Posted by: Tiaramisu 30th June 2013, 06:31 PM

Poor Daehun, it was all lies!

Posted by: *Tim 30th June 2013, 06:37 PM

Yehesi coming 18th in your rating?! That's 0 points from me next contest

Posted by: Jạy 30th June 2013, 06:43 PM

QUOTE(Tiaramisu @ Jun 30 2013, 07:31 PM)

QUOTE(*Tim @ Jun 30 2013, 07:37 PM)

Posted by: *Tim 30th June 2013, 06:54 PM

QUOTE(Jạy @ Jun 30 2013, 06:43 PM)

I am very grateful that you both gave me high points in this contest. Obviously I didn't realise who would and who wouldn't give me points during the voting process. Please don't hold grudges against me for putting your entries where I did. At the end of the day it's a song contest, so I had to be honest with how I ranked them and who I gave points to. I'm never going to be a country that votes based on favouritism towards other countries - it'll always be purely based on my enjoyment of the songs.

So by all means give me 0 points in the next contest if you happen to not enjoy my next entry much, but please don't do that just because of where I placed your entry in the Semi Final! Perhaps your respective next entries will be ones I give points to!

Anyway let's not be too serious, it's supposed to be a bit of fun!

Posted by: Jạy 30th June 2013, 07:03 PM

We shall see!

By the way, I actually really liked your entry. Semi Final 1 was such high quality; I enjoyed near enough every song. Was tough to do the ranking. I considered Botanikka's song in 20th to be 7 out of 10, while 10th position Bignia-Zaragovina scored 8 out of 10. That's how close it was.

Posted by: Tiaramisu 1st July 2013, 05:56 AM

Oh dear, I was only joking Jay so my previous comment isn't a serious one.

Posted by: Jạy 21st July 2013, 08:16 PM

BJSC LVI

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAhcq8Vvk3I
Click the artwork to watch the 'Next To You' music video!

BJSC LVI: Kay fails for Jay!

It wasn't second time lucky for Jayrusalem, whose second entry 'Next To You' by Kay fails to qualify. Kay finished in 20th position in the Group 1 Semi Final, attracting 38 points from 8 countries. Thanks to those who showed us support, and congratulations to those who progressed into the Final!

Posted by: Jạy 21st July 2013, 08:39 PM

BJSC LVI - Stats [Kay - 'Next To You']

Posted by: *Tim 22nd July 2013, 09:21 AM

You're song should've made the final, it was good enough to be there and then flop in last place but that aside

Posted by: Oricon 22nd July 2013, 09:54 AM

Jay, I don't think you are allowed to reveal your semi final votes unless the country DNQed. You have to wait until the final results and then you can reveal your semi votes I think.

Posted by: Jạy 23rd July 2013, 04:46 PM

Thank you for the heads up Yu - edited it out now. Sorry about that!

Cheers Tim!

Posted by: Jạy 17th August 2013, 08:10 PM

BJSC LVII

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS1LlgR7Yh8
Click the artwork to watch the 'Kisses From The Sky' music video.

BJSC LVII: Third time unlucky.

It's another "DNQ" for Jayrusalem! The result was a slight improvement on last month, with The Green Children finishing 18th in Semi Final 1. A total of 44 points were accumulated from 12 countries.

Posted by: Jạy 8th September 2013, 01:58 AM

BJSC LVII - Stats [The Green Children - 'Kisses From The Sky']

Posted by: Jạy 8th September 2013, 02:05 AM

BJSC LVIII

https://soundcloud.com/myonandshane54/tom-swoon-ft-taylr-renee-wings
Click the artwork to hear 'Wings'.

Posted by: Umi 8th September 2013, 02:14 AM

The urban-ness of this thread pleases me.

Posted by: JosephStyles 8th September 2013, 02:25 AM

FLOP.

(loving the new entry though, back on form x)

Posted by: Jạy 6th October 2013, 03:20 PM

BJSC LVIII - Stats [Tom Swoon featuring Taylr Renee - 'Wings' (Myon & Shane 54 Summer Of Love Mix)]

Posted by: Jạy 6th October 2013, 03:21 PM

BJSC LIX

https://soundcloud.com/joel-compass/joel-compass-astronaut-ghost
Click the artwork to hear 'Astronaut'.

Posted by: Calum Sandé 6th October 2013, 03:23 PM

This was a potential of mine a couple of contests ago, so it's nice to see it's been sent. Shame I'm not in your semi, but HOPING you can Q

Posted by: HausofKubrick 6th October 2013, 03:36 PM

^snap!!

Soooo good, if it fails because of being in the wrong semi I'll eat my foot See, guys can be quite good too especially when they look as DAMNFINE as this one (gotta count for an extra point or two surely? *kinkyburns*)

Posted by: Jạy 6th October 2013, 04:56 PM

Thanks guys! Oops, hopefully there will be some support from people in my semi!

Posted by: { bré } 24th May 2014, 11:56 PM

Excited for your comeback

Posted by: JSG 27th May 2014, 08:46 AM

Is Jayrusalem coming back? ❤

Posted by: -Jay- 3rd July 2014, 05:48 PM

BJSC LIX - Stats [Joel Compass - 'Astronaut' (Ghost Loft Remix)]

Posted by: -Jay- 3rd July 2014, 05:49 PM

QUOTE({ bré } @ May 25 2014, 12:56 AM)

Excited for your comeback

QUOTE(JSG @ May 27 2014, 09:46 AM)

Is Jayrusalem coming back? ❤

Posted by: Oricon 3rd July 2014, 06:17 PM

I heard Jayrusalem citizens are a big fan of the Daehunese people. This bonds well for future prospects between both nations.

Posted by: JSG 3rd July 2014, 06:23 PM

You mean more than one month right

Posted by: Callum Sandford 3rd July 2014, 08:11 PM

Yay! Glad I timed my joining the competition with your comeback!

Posted by: -Jay- 3rd July 2014, 10:15 PM

QUOTE(Oricon @ Jul 3 2014, 07:17 PM)

QUOTE(JSG @ Jul 3 2014, 07:23 PM)

You mean more than one month right

QUOTE(Callum Sandford @ Jul 3 2014, 09:11 PM)

Posted by: -Jay- 9th July 2014, 01:06 PM

Jayrusalem is participating for the first time since the October 2013/LIX contest (coming 31st in the final with Joel Compass - 'Astronaut')! Here is our entry for...

BJSC 66

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XK33xMbdWcQ
Click the artwork to hear 'New Orleans'.

Deep house music with saxophone usage! It sounds wonderful in the summer sunshine imo. x

I hope some of you like my entry. I don't expect to do too well *negativity~*, but nevertheless I felt keen to take part again and experience another contest!

P.S. Don't call it a comeback, this might only be a temporary return.

Posted by: Thermo 9th July 2014, 01:11 PM

lovely entry. prefer the Mr. Belt & Wezol remix of it but this could be getting som points form me

Posted by: -Jay- 9th July 2014, 01:23 PM

Thanks Thermo! I was really torn between which remix to send actually. I decided to opt for this version in the end; I prefer the summery vibe of this one... I guess it's better to follow your gut instinct? Maybe that will be my downfall!

Posted by: JosephStyles 9th July 2014, 03:42 PM

Feltz to slay x

Posted by: -Jay- 11th July 2014, 05:49 PM

QUOTE(JosephStyles @ Jul 9 2014, 04:42 PM)

Feltz to slay x

Posted by: -Jay- 8th August 2014, 05:09 PM

BJSC 66 - Stats [Naxxos - 'New Orleans' (Sam Feldt Remix)]

Posted by: -Jay- 8th August 2014, 05:16 PM

(Racism from Persephonia duly noted)

Posted by: -Jay- 9th August 2014, 02:17 AM

Jayrusalem are proud to be co-hosting this month's BuzzJack Song Contest with Aeroche and Bellamia! Our entry this month is...


BJSC 67




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmJ06K9v_Dc


We hope you all enjoy our entry!

Posted by: JosephStyles 9th August 2014, 02:43 AM

Love the entry Jay, this better get you to qualify! Thanks very much for the Bean recommendation also, we girls gonna run this show *.*

Posted by: -Jay- 16th August 2014, 08:50 PM

Jayrusalem have qualified! This is our third qualifying entry out of 7 entries.

Thanks to those of you who supported us in the semi stages of this contest.

Posted by: { bré } 16th August 2014, 08:52 PM

Never doubted it but fabulous to see this qualifying <3 Hope to see wigs being snatched by it in the final ~

Posted by: Addy K!ng 16th August 2014, 09:09 PM

Another entry that I was pleased to qualify .

Posted by: Oricon 16th August 2014, 10:05 PM

YAY!

Posted by: -Jay- 17th August 2014, 02:23 AM

Thank you guys! Good luck to all three of you in the final.

Posted by: -Jay- 26th August 2014, 04:24 PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmJ06K9v_Dc

BJSC 67

After a string of FLOP entries, we have turned it all around this month by achieving our biggest success to date! Our 7th entry 'How You Love Me' by 3LAU proves to be lucky number seven by placing within the Top 5 of its semi & in the final, at #4 and #5 respectively. Jayrusalem would like to thank all of the countries who supported us this month.

Also, thanks to:
Hendinia for recommending the song to me (a recipe for success, clearly! *.* )
Bellamia/Aeroche for a wonderful time co-hosting with them.

Finally, a big congratulations to Persephonia for winning the contest. We look forward to your imminent hosted contest!

Posted by: -Jay- 26th August 2014, 06:43 PM

BJSC 67 - Stats [3LAU featuring Bright Lights - 'How You Love Me']

Posted by: ¡bré! 30th January 2015, 06:55 PM

Excited for your comeback

Posted by: HausofKubrick 30th January 2015, 06:58 PM

I be tingling.

Posted by: Jay ジ 30th January 2015, 07:13 PM

Ready to lay your holes~

Posted by: ¡bré! 30th January 2015, 07:14 PM

Cannot wait for tits one

(injokes lol)

Posted by: Jay ジ 10th February 2015, 12:05 AM

Jayrusalem returns after a six month absence from the BuzzJack Song Contest. We make our comeback with 'Somebody' by Natalie La Rose featuring Jeremih. This R&B/Pop song contains an interpolation of Whitney Houston's 1987 hit 'I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)'.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZaRypcAQGps

Good luck to all countries taking part this month!

Posted by: Jay ジ 15th February 2015, 11:52 PM

Clearly BJSC exposure prompted Natalie to make a video for the track.

Posted by: CDC 15th February 2015, 11:59 PM

this song is EVERYTHING


-good luck

Posted by: Jay ジ 16th February 2015, 12:09 AM

Glad you like it! Good luck to you too, I really enjoyed your entry (I really need to check out the rest of Troye's EP!)

Posted by: Jay ジ 17th February 2015, 12:53 AM

Jayrusalem are very pleased to have qualified for the fourth time with 'Somebody'! Thank you to the countries who've supported our entry so far, and we hope you continue to do so as we enter the finals.

------

A recap of our BJSC history:

55 LV | June 2013 | QUALIFIED - Sharon Doorson 'Killer' [9th]
56 LVI | July 2013 | DNQ - Kay 'Next To You'
57 LVII | Aug 2013 | DNQ - The Green Children 'Kisses From The Sky'
58 LVIII | Sept 2013 | DNQ - Tom Swoon featuring Taylr Renee 'Wings' (Myon & Shane 54 Summer Of Love Mix)
59 LIX | Oct 2013 | QUALIFIED - Joel Compass 'Astronaut' (Ghost Loft Remix) [31st]
66 LXVI | July 2014 | DNQ - Naxxos 'New Orleans' (Sam Feldt Remix)
67 LXVII | Aug 2014 | QUALIFIED - 3LAU featuring Bright Lights 'How You Love Me' [5th]
72 LXXII | Feb 2015 | QUALIFIED - Natalie La Rose featuring Jeremih 'Somebody' [TBA]

Posted by: Jay ジ 22nd February 2015, 04:47 AM

'Somebody' is #37 in the Billboard Hot 100! This certainly makes it the biggest chart hit we've entered so far. cheap

Hope you're still tingling, D'yermak'er!

Posted by: Riser 22nd February 2015, 04:55 AM

In the club like what
We be in the party in the club like what
In the club like what
We be in your city goin' dumb like what!

Like, what?

Posted by: Jay ジ 25th February 2015, 12:54 AM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zqdo_Umd5c

BJSC 72

'Somebody' by Natalie La Rose came 5th in this month's contest! We're extremely pleased with this result, and would like to thank all the countries who gave us points. In all, 'Somebody' is Jayrusalem's third Top 10 success and fourth qualifying song. Our previous entry 'How You Love Me' by 3LAU also placed 5th.

Congratulations to Hushkanukia for winning! Jayrusalem gave your song our 12 points in both the semi-final and the final. We look forward to you hosting the next BJSC.

Posted by: Jay ジ 25th February 2015, 01:29 AM

Countries receiving 12 points from Jayrusalem:

BJSC 55 ¤ June 2013
D'yermak'er ¤ Pawws - Slow Love [2nd in SF1 ¤ 7th in Final]

BJSC 56 ¤ July 2013
Bellamia ¤ Lauren Aquilina - Sinners [10th in SF1 ¤ 20th in Final]

BJSC 57 ¤ August 2013
Federal Republic of Ashton ¤ Little Nikki - Little Nikki Says [1st in SF1 ¤ 3rd in Final]

BJSC 58 ¤ September 2013
(Semi Final 1) Euphoriffith ¤ Plezier - Plezier Anthem [5th in SF1]
(Final) Altyr Muunilinst ¤ Arlissa - You're Not Alone [5th in Final]

BJSC 59 ¤ October 2013
(Semi Final 2) Ingermanlandia ¤ Monsieur Adi featuring A*M*E - What's Going On [5th in SF2]
(Final) Ramrynia ¤ Klingande - Jubel [4th in Final]

BJSC 66 ¤ July 2014
Oslol ¤ Dami Im - Super Love [4th in SF1 ¤ 4th in Final]

BJSC 67 ¤ August 2014
(Semi Final 1) Ramrynia ¤ Blonde featuring Charli Taft - Higher Ground [18th in SF1]
(Final) Kluminican Republic ¤ Francesco Yates - Call [19th in Final]

BJSC 72 ¤ February 2015
Hushkanukia ¤ PVRIS - St. Patrick [TBA in SF1 ¤ 1st in Final]

Posted by: Jay ジ 2nd March 2015, 08:05 PM

BJSC 72 - Stats [Natalie La Rose featuring Jeremih - 'Somebody']

Posted by: Jay ジ 10th March 2015, 06:59 AM

Jayrusalem's entry for BJSC 73 is Lion Babe - 'Treat Me Like Fire'!

¤ Lion Babe are a New York based duo comprising of singer Jillian Hervey & producer Lucas Goodman. ¤ 'Treat Me Like Fire' is an R'n'B/Soul song which originally dates back to 2012, and was later included on the 'https://open.spotify.com/album/3vwDIj8DVYqAkCspoKHMOr' (2014). ¤ 'Treat Me Like Fire' has recently been given a new lease of life, with a re-shot video premièring earlier this year. The new visual is simplistic yet stunning, perfectly complementing the song's relaxed vibe. ¤ The song has gained support in the UK thanks to Radio 1 including the song in their 'In New Music We Trust' list (9th February). ¤

Due to the age of this track & its recent exposure, we are aware that a few of the competing countries may have heard this before now. Whether it's an old favourite, a newer discovery or a first time listen due to this contest, we hope you all enjoy 'Treat Me Like Fire'!

Good luck to you all, and we hope that Hushkanukia has a fun experience hosting this month's contest.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-VET23C-9A

Posted by: Josh. 10th March 2015, 07:12 AM

I have absolutely loce this, it's really stunning. Best of luck and I'm sure you'll get fair points from us this time unlike Somebody which received none which is #2 in our chart

Posted by: JosephStyles 10th March 2015, 05:20 PM

Yet another fabulous entry Jay, this must qualify! Could see it being another top 10 for you tbh Jayrusalem are fast becoming one of my favourite countries.

Posted by: Jay ジ 10th March 2015, 06:58 PM

Thank you Josh, glad you love the song! I look forward to hearing your entry this month.

High praise from Bellamia. Let's hope we continue the "Jayrusalem enters, therefore Bellamia qualify" thing.

Posted by: ¡bré! 11th March 2015, 04:07 PM

Pretty certain this is going to be another BIG hit for you, could even be a winner??? I say having heard less than half of the songs so far

Posted by: Jay ジ 12th March 2015, 04:43 AM

Thanks Bra! *.* Not sure about winning(!), but I hope this qualifies - it's my favourite entry to date!

Posted by: Jay ジ 19th March 2015, 12:32 AM

Lion Babe qualified, which makes it the first time that Jayrusalem have qualified for two contests in a row! Our three most recent entries have all qualified, but the first of those (3LAU) occurred back in August 2014.

Our run since we debuted in BJSC 55:

09-DNQ-DNQ-DNQ-31-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx-DNQ-05-xx-xx-xx-xx-05-Q

Q = qualified, final position not yet known
DNQ = did not qualify
xx = didn't take part

~

After a good start with my debut entry, I became a little despondent about the contest after 3 DNQ's in a row and then coming second last when I finally managed to qualify again! That's why I took such a long break before I decided to give it another shot (and came back with a DNQ in the dreaded position of 16th in the semi final, when only 15 qualified). When 3LAU came 5th I felt like I was unlikely to ever top that, so had another break to savour that moment. Nice to be on a bit of a roll at the moment anyway, and I finally have more qualifiers than dnq's!

Posted by: Jay ジ 24th March 2015, 04:16 AM

Thanks very much to the countries who provided points towards 'Treat Me Like Fire' (all 24 of you!). It received 140 points in all, enough to end in 8th place in the final. Jayrusalem are thrilled to have another Top 10 result to their name!

Congratulations to Daehun for another win, with the wonderful 'Raindrops' by SNBRN featuring Kerli. Jayrusalem provided 10 points towards their entry. We look forward to you hosting LXXIV! Our 12 points went to the runner up, 'Air It All Out' [7th Heaven Remix] - Paulini, entered by FARC. This song has become our favourite entry throughout all the contests we've taken part in.

BSJC 73 Stats will be posted here once all the information is available.

09-DNQ-DNQ-DNQ-31-[Missed 6 Contests]-DNQ-05-[Missed 4 Contests]-05-08

Posted by: Apricot 24th March 2015, 10:21 AM

Well done Jay, but I was hoping you would be a bit higher, if not win!

Posted by: Jay ジ 25th March 2015, 04:43 AM

Aww thanks April! Personally I didn't think I'd win, even though the odds were quite favourable - I was just keeping my fingers crossed for Top 10.

I'm looking forward to your involvement in the next contest!

Posted by: Cameron 25th March 2015, 09:10 PM

Was fantastic Jay! Your last 2 entries were on point!

Posted by: Jay ジ 26th March 2015, 06:41 AM

Thanks Cameron! I really enjoyed your entry too, I wish I could have given it more points than just 1. I found it so hard to order my final 10!

Also just want to say again that you were an excellent host! I can only imagine how demanding it is to work out the points for two semis, the final and host the results of both, as well as setting up all the relevant threads. I say this because it was a particularly large contest, so that would have provided extra work!

~

It has emerged that Lion Babe only came 16th in Semi Final 2! This came as quite a surprise, not for cocky reasons(!) but because I wouldn't have assumed before now that a Top 10 final song would have done relatively a lot worse in the semi stages. In light of this position, I'm extra pleased to have even made it into the Top 10 of the final at all.

'Treat Me Like Fire' really made it into the final by the skin of its teeth as well - usually only 15 songs qualify rather than 16, and Jayrusalem were only one point ahead of Séyetana's entry in 17th place.

Posted by: dandystar 27th March 2015, 08:12 PM

Still really loving this entry, definitely one of my favourites from BJSC recently. Erykah vibes a plenty.

Posted by: Jay ジ 28th March 2015, 07:18 AM

Really glad you love it! I'll have to check out your entry; I didn't hear everything from SF1 unfortunately.

Posted by: Jay ジ 6th April 2015, 01:16 AM

BJSC 73 - Stats [Lion Babe - 'Treat Me Like Fire']

Posted by: Jay ジ 6th April 2015, 01:17 AM

Jayrusalem's 10th entry is 'Run' by http://www.billboard.com/articles/news/6516472/coin-video-premiere-run, an all-male quartet from Nashville. Don't be expecting a country song though! 'Run' is best described as being an indie-pop/synth-pop song. Jayrusalem entering a song with indie leanings & male vocals? While this may seem like an uncharacteristic entry for us, we have actually been reasonably diverse thus far, having entered pop, electropop, dance, trance, deep house, r'n'b and soul into BJSC prior to now. Now we can add indie-pop to that list of genres!

We're not sure how our entry will fare, considering that it's far removed from the songs we've had success with, but we hope there will be some love out there for 'Run'.

Good luck to the other 65 countries competing in the semi finals!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpvUoCL001Q

Posted by: Jay ジ 14th April 2015, 11:46 PM

Thanks to the countries who showed us their support this month! COIN becomes our 6th song to qualify out of 10 entries. Still haven't got high expectations for this, but just glad to be a part of the final.

Posted by: Jay ジ 15th April 2015, 01:29 AM

bra just brought this to my attention:

Posted by: Jay ジ 22nd April 2015, 12:03 AM

COIN came 40th (out of 42 songs) in the final. Obviously not a great result, but nevertheless I'm grateful to have at least qualified. Also I was particularly keen not to come 41st or 42nd, so I guess that's something?

This is probably the first and last time I'll be sending a song of that nature though... I'd say it was a gamble that didn't really pay off.


Anyway, thank you very much to the following countries that gave some of their points to COIN in the semi final and/or final, it's greatly appreciated!

Aeroche | Altyr Muunilinst | Aquafina | Daehun | Desbuanda | FARC | Florina | Flynnonda | Hendinia | Hushkanukia | Land of DW | N-Lazone | Persephonia | π | Ramrynia | Sangria | Séyetana | Singerpurear | Taahino | Tartford | Terra di Campioni | Ultraviolenceland | Unovia | Vülkyria

More support than I assumed, actually!


Congratulations to Persephonia who've won for a 2nd time!


Until next time, whenever that may be...

Posted by: Jay ジ 22nd April 2015, 12:03 AM

BJSC 74 - Stats [COIN - 'Run']

Posted by: Oricon 22nd April 2015, 12:09 AM

The next time is BJSC LXXV

Posted by: Jay ジ 22nd April 2015, 12:10 AM

QUOTE(Oricon @ Apr 22 2015, 01:09 AM)

The next time is BJSC LXXV

Posted by: ¡bré! 22nd April 2015, 12:15 AM

Congrats on not being bottom 2

I understand you being racist to our hosted contests and wish you a good vacation again ~

Posted by: Cody Slayberry 22nd April 2015, 12:47 AM

QUOTE(Jay ジ @ Apr 21 2015, 05:10 PM)

Posted by: ✖ ketalina ✖ 23rd April 2015, 08:57 AM

i don't know how this did so badly...

Posted by: Jay ジ 23rd April 2015, 11:25 AM

Lew. A few people said they "didn't get it" for whatever reason, which is fair enough. I thought it was leaning more towards pop with its hooks so might have some appeal there, as well as the indie nature to it. Maybe not a BJSC friendly package of a song/video/band/vibe overall. I'm really pleased that you liked it enough to give some points towards it!


On a different note, do you think a music video can impact on votes for particular songs, positively or negatively? I really think it should be all about the song when it comes down to it, not about the visuals that happen to accompany it. However I'd be lying if I said that the video didn't have at least some impact on my liking for Bré's entry though. Maybe I wouldn't necessarily have "got it" so instantaneously, otherwise? I'm not sure. Don't get me wrong because I really liked the song all by itself prior to voting for it, but I do wonder if I'd have been more dismissive of it initially without finding the video appealing during my first listen of it.

I mention the video thing because I did get a couple of comments from people not liking COIN's music video. Not sure if entirely serious or not, mind you...! There was also a few who thought the boy in the music video for my 3LAU entry was hot, did that gain the song some votes?

Posted by: ¡bré! 23rd April 2015, 01:02 PM

I often tend to send songs that have a good music video with them (see: all of my last 3 entries) because they stand out to me more when I'm looking for songs to send. So certainly for me, yes music videos can be a positive influence (and I am sure 'Habib Galbi' probably would have done less well without the video). I don't think that's a bad thing though, if a music video happens to make you enjoy a song more that doesn't make your enjoyment of the song invalid. It is a song contest yes, but Eurovision is as well (and that is what BJSC is based on!!1!) and I'm sure there are plenty of examples of songs which connect more with the audience due to their staging/presentation etc. (e.g. 'Hard Rock Hallelujah'). I'd never vote for a song based purely on the video and I am sure no one else would either.

let's not bring Orphic Oxtra into this tho

I wouldn't have thought a music video would ever be a negative influence but maybe ~ I liked the video for 'Run' anyway

Posted by: Conderella 23rd April 2015, 01:04 PM

QUOTE(¡bré! @ Apr 23 2015, 04:02 PM)

Posted by: ¡bré! 23rd April 2015, 01:05 PM

Die

I corrected that within ONE MINUTE of posting

Posted by: Conderella 23rd April 2015, 01:06 PM

i admit i gave 4 points to ramrynia because it had a kewl video. but i only had 11 songs i voted to vote for. either that or i'd have randomly picked out another song i didn't mind and voted for it.

Posted by: Conderella 23rd April 2015, 01:07 PM

QUOTE(¡bré! @ Apr 23 2015, 04:05 PM)

Die

I corrected that within ONE MINUTE of posting

Posted by: Jay ジ 23rd April 2015, 03:58 PM

I'm glad you caught a Bré typo, Pavel. They are a rarity!

~

Good points raised, and it's certainly true that the Eurovision isn't purely down to the song alone either, so in light of that I suppose it's not actually a negative thing if a video enhances the enjoyment of the song.

P.S. Poor COIN.

Posted by: Oricon 23rd April 2015, 10:19 PM

QUOTE(Cody Slayberry @ Apr 22 2015, 01:47 AM)

That gif tho

Posted by: Oricon 23rd April 2015, 10:20 PM

QUOTE(Jay ジ @ Apr 23 2015, 12:25 PM)

I mention the video thing because I did get a couple of comments from people not liking COIN's music video. Not sure if entirely serious or not, mind you...! There was also a few who thought the boy in the music video for my 3LAU entry was hot, did that gain the song some votes?

Posted by: Jay ジ 24th April 2015, 12:32 AM

I was VERY appreciative of those points, Yu!

Hey Yu look at this again:

Posted by: LeeWallace 24th April 2015, 12:44 AM

pretty little liars getting that relevance

Posted by: Jay ジ 24th April 2015, 12:57 AM

I know him from 'Faking It'.

Clues for Yu to be able to find him.

Posted by: Calum Hood 24th April 2015, 01:00 AM

QUOTE(Jay ジ @ Apr 24 2015, 01:57 AM)

I know him from 'Faking It'.

Posted by: Jay ジ 24th April 2015, 01:36 AM

Hmm, he's cute I guess!

Jayrusalem Thread to be rebranded as Hot Guy Chat.

Posted by: Jay ジ 1st May 2015, 12:18 AM

Posted by: Jade 1st May 2015, 12:24 AM

Aw well done for picking a song dedicated to Joseph and Kimberley Walsh's blossoming love. <3

Posted by: Jay ジ 1st May 2015, 12:34 AM

!!!

*Ends up getting 0 points from Joseph*

Posted by: Jay ジ 10th May 2015, 06:49 PM

Whenever this moment fades away
It will never feel the same
One last time just call my name
And let the heartbeats lead the way


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tekBe4QNM8

Posted by: Vülker 11th May 2015, 08:34 AM

It was one of my potentials this month!

Posted by: Jay ジ 11th May 2015, 10:58 PM

It seems this song was doing the rounds! I hope you still like it!

Posted by: Jay ジ 19th May 2015, 02:56 AM

For those of you who gave points to 'Heartbeats' in the semi final - thanks for the support thus far!

Jayrusalem's final positions so far have been (in number order): 5th [3LAU], 5th [Natalie La Rose], 8th [Lion Babe], 9th [Sharon Doorson], 31st [Joel Compass] and 40th [COIN].

Posted by: Vülker 20th May 2015, 04:11 PM

QUOTE(Jay ジ @ May 11 2015, 11:58 PM)

It seems this song was doing the rounds! I hope you still like it!

Posted by: Jay ジ 20th May 2015, 07:43 PM

!! Keeping your cards close to your chest

Good luck with your entry! Just noticed we're one after the other in the final running order.

Posted by: Jay ジ 25th May 2015, 09:13 PM

Adam Rickfors featuring Marylin - 'Heartbeats'



Final: 18th (out of 41 songs)

I'm very pleased with this result, because I'd assumed this might miss the Top 30 songs! 'Heartbeats' returns Jayrusalem to being within the Top 20 results, after finishing at a mere 40th place last month (with COIN - 'Run').

Thanks as always goes to the countries who provided my entry with points across the semi finals and finals.

As ever I'm undecided whether to enter next month or not (whether I feel I have the time to dedicate myself to it~), but I have to say the desire to take part in a Kylienips hosted contest is pretty strong! *.*

Posted by: Jay ジ 25th May 2015, 09:16 PM

BJSC 75 - Stats [Adam Rickfors featuring Marylin - 'Heartbeats']

Posted by: 『bré』 24th July 2015, 02:11 AM

Excited for your comeback

Posted by: Jay ♓ 24th July 2015, 02:13 AM

Posted by: Jaÿ 4th August 2015, 12:49 AM

BJSC 77

Bonnie Anderson - 'Unbroken'



After taking a break for one contest (sorry Kylienips x) Jayrusalem make their return!

Our entry this month is the anthemic pop ballad 'Unbroken' by Australian singer Bonnie Anderson, recommended to us by this month's host Aquafina.

Bonnie says of the song: "We all feel a little broken at times. Life is hard and it can throw hurdles in your way. 'Unbroken' comes from feeling confused [and] lost, personally and as an artist. Everyone has darker moments."


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rig4nZZ2sbU

We hope you enjoy our entry this month - good luck in the semi finals, everyone!

Posted by: JosephStyles 7th August 2015, 12:55 AM

Rubbish xx

Posted by: Jaÿ 7th August 2015, 12:56 AM

QUOTE(JosephStyles @ Aug 7 2015, 01:55 AM)

QUOTE(JosephStyles @ Aug 4 2015, 01:29 AM)

Posted by: Cody Slayberry 7th August 2015, 01:59 AM

It's basically an Australian "Fight Song" tho (i.e. really good)

Sucks we're not in the same semi! "Blackout" is an absolute JAM and "Rodeo" was pretty decent.

Posted by: Jaÿ 7th August 2015, 02:02 AM

Hopefully we'll be meeting each other in the final, Cody! *.* I'm glad you like the song. I'll endeavour to check yours out!

~

Joseph I see you lurking ny2

Posted by: Lana Del Jay 14th August 2015, 02:55 AM

Thanks to those of you who helped Jayrusalem qualify for the 8th time!

Posted by: Lana Del Jay 22nd August 2015, 12:29 AM

Bonnie Anderson takes 5th place for Jayrusalem! This is our joint highest placing... we've been 5th three times now. Previous #5 smashes: 3LAU - 'How You Love Me' and Queen Natalie La Rose of Jayrusalem - 'Somebody'.

'Unbroken' seemed to surpass expectations, given that only three countries predicted we'd come Top 10!

We would like to thank all the countries that supported us throughout the Semi Finals & the Final, particularly Farahtyn, Harmonica & Unovia for giving Jayrusalem your 18 points in the final!

Jayrusalem may not be taking part in the September contest (but we shall see)!

Posted by: Pusheen 1st October 2015, 09:08 PM

Excited for your comeback

Posted by: Jaÿ 1st October 2015, 09:42 PM

Posted by: Rob S 1st October 2015, 09:43 PM

Looking forward to what you send in the end Jay

Posted by: Jade 1st October 2015, 09:44 PM

Excited for your comeback [2]

Posted by: Jaÿ 13th October 2015, 12:15 PM

BJSC 79

MYZICA
'Wait Just A Minute' [Makeup and Vanity Set Remix]



Jayrusalem return to BJSC with our 6th entry of 2015 - 'Wait Just A Minute' by MYZICA (remixed by Makeup and Vanity Set). The question is, will it be our 6th qualifier of the year?

MYZICA are a male/female duo (Isaaca Byrd + Micah Tawlks) from Nashville, Tennessee. Their debut https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/myzica-ep/id996646760 includes the 'Wait Just A Minute' remix, the original pop version and three other tracks.



Listen here:



Jayrusalem are included in Semi Final 1. We hope you enjoy our entry this month! Please feel free to provide feedback~.

Good luck everyone!

Posted by: JosephStyles 13th October 2015, 01:50 PM

Yet another fantastic entry from Jayrusalem *.*

Posted by: Jaÿ 13th October 2015, 02:02 PM

Why thank you! *.* (I'll pay you later )

Posted by: Jaÿ 21st October 2015, 11:05 PM

MYZICA qualified, making it Jayrusalem's 9th final out of 13 entries. To whoever has supported the song so far - thank you! Good luck in the final, everyone. ^.^

Posted by: · cacklina · 21st October 2015, 11:44 PM

this is *gorgeous* i'm glad it's got u through a hard time just now and i hope ur doing well <3

Posted by: Scary Spice 25th October 2015, 03:51 PM

Final result: 13th! Not bad at all! That makes it Jayrusalem's sixth most successful entry.

Thank you to the following countries for giving Jayrusalem points in the final: Mulgracia, Florina (<-- 18s ), Deandria, Joedonia, Quintessa, Aeroche, Vülkyria, Ethanola, Trifoski, Utopia, Summerica, Hendinia, St. Burbia, Pupok, N DNTN, Oslol, Hushkanukia, Botanikka, Terra Avium, Harmonica and The Actual Republic of Bellamia - I really appreciate it. I'm very glad you all liked 'Wait Just A Minute'! Also, thanks to anyone who may have voted for it in the semi, but not the final.

November contest... Jayrusalem will most likely be taking part! Watch this space.

Well done Mulgracia + Jadakissnia for a fabulously hosted contest (and thanks for giving us your 18, James!!) and also congrats to Aeroche for winning with a wonderful song (and thank you again for your kind words ).

Posted by: Jaÿ 5th November 2015, 06:46 AM

BJSC 80

Posted by: Jaÿ 13th November 2015, 09:13 AM

BJSC 80

Liz Longley
'Rescue My Heart'



I was toying with the idea of sending this song prior to now, but I eventually decided to save it for the last contest of the year. 'Rescue My Heart' is an understated ballad, with haunting & atmospheric sounding vocals/production. Somehow I think it sounds really well suited to this time of year, when the days get shorter & colder. I absolutely love it.

'Rescue My Heart' serves as Jayrusalem's 14th entry overall, and 7th entry of 2015.



Listen here:


Jayrusalem is in Semi Final 2 this month, only the 4th occasion that this has happened! The previous three SF2 inclusions resulted in qualifying, so here's hoping that continues.

Good luck to everyone taking part!

Posted by: Jaÿ 20th November 2015, 12:30 AM

Liz Longley has made it to the Final! I'm thrilled because this means that all of my 2015 entries managed to qualify (7 entries; I didn't take part in January, July & September). It's also my 10th qualifier overall out of 14 entries.

Thank you to those of you who gave points to 'Rescue My Heart'! I don't have much of an idea who likes it, but I'm very grateful for the support. <3 I hope these mystery countries continue to like it in the context of the Final...

Good luck to all of the finalists! Also thank you Leww for a wonderfully hosted contest so far; the semi final results were beautifully presented!

Posted by: 🌚🌚🌚 25th November 2015, 03:18 PM

V nice! 💕

Posted by: Jaÿ 27th November 2015, 03:53 PM

QUOTE(🌚🌚🌚 @ Nov 25 2015, 03:18 PM)

Posted by: Jaÿ 30th November 2015, 12:25 AM

37th out of 41 songs for Liz Longley's 'Rescue My Heart'. I can't be too despondent because it's always great to qualify & be a part of the final! Jayrusalem managed 7 qualifiers out of 7 entries this year, which is by far the best showing for my country. Thank you very much to all the nations who supported Jayrusalem throughout the year.

Jayrusalem results in 2015:

xx-05-08-40-18-xx-05-xx-13-37

(xx = did not take part)

Posted by: Froot. 30th November 2015, 12:28 AM

Jayrusalem have had a fantastic year for me! I think we've pointed 5 of those 7 entries and MYZICA is definitely one of my favourites of the year.

Posted by: Jade 30th November 2015, 12:32 AM

This was good, though I'm not happy u beat me in BJSC 80

( x)

Posted by: 🌚🌚🌚 30th November 2015, 12:33 AM

this deserved so much better #istandwithliz

Posted by: Jaÿ 30th November 2015, 01:01 AM

QUOTE(Froot. @ Nov 30 2015, 12:28 AM)

Jayrusalem have had a fantastic year for me! I think we've pointed 5 of those 7 entries and MYZICA is definitely one of my favourites of the year.

QUOTE(Jade @ Nov 30 2015, 12:32 AM)

This was good, though I'm not happy u beat me in BJSC 80
( x)

QUOTE(🌚🌚🌚 @ Nov 30 2015, 12:33 AM)

Posted by: Christmas Jay 11th December 2015, 07:22 AM

BJSC 2015: Personal Review

Hello from Jayrusalem! Firstly, what a great year it's been for BJSC! Being exposed to so much new music and discovering a few gems along the way is the most enjoyable element of the process, for me. I do enjoy the competitive nature of BJSC (and sometimes I get far too invested in it ) but ultimately it boils down to the quality of the songs.

At some point in time (hopefully later this month), I will go back over the 7 contests I took part in and attempt to come up with an End of Year ranking (not including my own songs).

For now though, I'll focus on my own entries and how Jayrusalem fared overall. I'm very happy that I can say I qualified with all 7 of my entries! It's always a nice feeling to make it to the Final, however I end up doing! My best result this year was 5th, achieved twice (Bonnie Anderson - Unbroken & Natalie La Rose - Somebody).

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2015 Stats:
14th, 718 points - Top Countries of the Year (Adjusted)
15th, 1243 points - Top Countries of the Year (Unadjusted)
16th - Votes
18th - Top Scores

I'm pretty thrilled to have placed Top 15! *.*

Yearly Comparison of my placings in "Top Countries of the Year":
http://www.buzzjack.com/forums/index.php?s=&showtopic=150925&view=findpost&p=4505398: 52nd out of 62 pointed countries (75 partaking countries), with two qualifying songs.
http://www.buzzjack.com/forums/index.php?s=&showtopic=162632&view=findpost&p=4878213: 63rd out of 72 pointed countries (83 partaking countries), with one qualifying song.
http://www.buzzjack.com/forums/index.php?s=&showtopic=174240&view=findpost&p=5254267: 14th out of 82 pointed countries (90 partaking countries), with seven qualifying songs [Adjusted points]

Top Songs of the Year: (2015, 388 finalist songs overall)
43rd - Bonnie Anderson - 'Unbroken'
68th - Natalie La Rose feat. Jeremih - 'Somebody'
110th - LION BABE - 'Treat Me Like Fire'
112th - MYZICA - 'Wait Just a Minute' [Makeup and Vanity Set Remix]
175th - Adam Rickfors feat. Marylin - 'Heartbeats'
314th - COIN - 'Run'
321st - Liz Longley - 'Rescue My Heart'

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This is how I'd rank my own entries. I've also noted where each song placed in its final:

01. Natalie La Rose feat. Jeremih - 'Somebody' (BJSC 72: 5th out of 31 songs)
02. LION BABE - 'Treat Me Like Fire' (BJSC 73: 8th out of 34 songs)
03. MYZICA - 'Wait Just a Minute' [Makeup and Vanity Set Remix] (BJSC 79: 13th out of 42 songs)
04. Bonnie Anderson - 'Unbroken' (BJSC 77: 5th out of 42 songs)
05. Liz Longley - 'Rescue My Heart' (BJSC 80: 37th out of 41 songs)
06. Adam Rickfors feat. Marylin - 'Heartbeats' (BJSC 75: 18th out of 41 songs)
07. COIN - 'Run' (BJSC 74: 40th out of 42 songs)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zqdo_Umd5c

Queen Natalie La Rose of Jayrusalem did me proud by coming 5th back in February. ' Somebody' obviously ended up being a big hit in the charts worldwide, particularly here in the UK where it reached #2. I stumbled upon it prior to it charting anywhere, and I will hold onto that!! #notcheap. It also did extremely well in my personal chart, peaking at #1 and spending 20 consecutive weeks in my Top 10 (25 in the Top 40). It is currently third in my year-to-date chart. It's such a bop, and I'd consider it to be my favourite song that I've sent so far. *.*

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-VET23C-9A

'Treat Me Like Fire' by Lion Babe dates back to 2012, but it received a new music video in January 2015 and I discovered it via YouTube recommendations. It's such a beautifully soulful track with striking vocals from Jillian Hervey; it was completely instant upon my first listen and I just knew I had to send it. I received excellent odds for this song, but despite this vote of confidence it was actually very lucky to qualify at all. It placed 16th in its semi, and only the month before the qualifying range was 15 songs, but was extended to 16 in this month. Also, it was only ahead of the 17th placed song by just 1 point. Seemingly I was in the wrong semi, because its performance in the final was a completely different story - it came 8th. That turnaround was enough for it to receive the distinction of being the song with the "Biggest improvement in result from semi final to final" across the first 73 contests. Woo! ;o

https://soundcloud.com/myzica/wait-just-a-minute-makeup

'Wait Just a Minute' is a very special song to me; it helped me get through a difficult time recently. I discovered MYZICA quite randomly - via an episode of Scream the TV series! It wasn't even prominently used, it was just used as background music during an scene in a coffee shop, but it stood out to me. More accurately, that was the original version of the song being used. While looking into it online, I came across the Makeup and Vanity Set Remix of it. The original is quite a cheerful sounding pop song, but the remix is somewhat more alternative and, imo, rather beautiful. I followed my heart and went with the remix version. It had quite a divisive response, so I wasn't too confident about how it would perform - I was hoping for Top 30 at least. It exceeded my own expectations when it placed 13th!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rig4nZZ2sbU

As far as I'm aware, 'Unbroken' is not only my most successful entry of the year, but also my most successful entry to date! (Thank you to Lee for bringing this song to my attention!). Just like 3LAU & Natalie La Rose, it placed 5th, which remains my peak to date. It's a powerful sounding ballad, with great vocals by Australian singer Bonnie Anderson... I'm pleased that it did so well!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J78HcPJwl1M

Liz Longley's 'Rescue My Heart' didn't do particularly well in the most recent contest - it came 18th in its semi, and then 37th out of 41 songs in its final. Sadly it is my least successful song of the year! I have absolutely no regrets sending it though... I think it's a stunning song, and I'm just glad that a few other people seemed to enjoy it, at least, even if it was generally met with indifference.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tekBe4QNM8

My only "Dance moment" this year was provided courtesy of Adam Rickfors, with 'Heartbeats' - which was recommended to me by Yu. ;o #Jayhun. It placed 18th back in May! Random: The artwork weirds me out a bit~

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpvUoCL001Q

Finally... I have to admit, the main reason I sent 'Run' was in an attempt to change things up a bit and see if it appealed to the Indie leaning voters of BJSC (even though as a song it is still quite pop leaning in a sense). Ultimately it seemed to have a rather niche appeal, and came 40th out of 42 songs in its final, therefore sending COIN didn't exactly pay off (geddit?! ).

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Thanks to everyone who gave these songs points, whether it was a top score or even just 1 point! I've said it a lot of times but I'll say it again - I really appreciate all the support.

Posted by: CodySleighBell-y 11th December 2015, 07:45 AM

And you know just what I wanna do

I wanna vote for somebody
I wanna give points to somebody
And we ain't gonna tell nobody
We ain't gonna tell nobody (nobody)

idk

WAIT MYZICA WAS IN SCREAM HOW DID I MISS THAT

Posted by: Christmas Jay 11th December 2015, 08:08 AM

! (If I've read Bré's table right, you gave us 20 points and we gave you 6 points. I therefore feel very stingy. x 'Ghosts' though! *.* )

The usage of MYZICA was in a rather nondescript moment, it was in a scene when Emma & Piper were talking in the coffee shop I think! (Edit: S01E04! Emma arrives at The Grindhouse, there Piper tells her that she's finished her assignment and is ready to leave town, so Emma gives her information to convince her she should stay.)

Posted by: CodySleighBell-y 11th December 2015, 02:46 PM

Tbh I'd rank your entries as so:
1.) Somebody
2.) Unbroken
3.) Heartbeats
4.) Treat Me Like Fire
5.) Wait Just A Minute
6.) Rescue My Heart
7.) Run

Posted by: HarryEzra 13th January 2016, 10:19 AM

Coin, Lion Babe, Natalie all amazing

Posted by: Jaÿ 21st January 2016, 03:25 AM

BJSC 81

Keke Palmer
'I Don't Belong To You'





Keke Palmer is a singer, songwriter, actress & TV personality from America. I think a fair few of you will recognise her as Zayday Williams from Scream Queens!

'I Don't Belong To You' is sensual/laid-back r&b slow jam. The sultry video compliments the song perfectly, and ends with a twist. Hi Cassie! The lyrics are empowering & upfront. Keke explained the song's meaning in a recent interview:

"I don’t belong to anyone else but myself. I have to make my own decisions. Happiness is defined by me. My sexuality is defined by me. And that can change and this can change and I can make it what I want to make it because I’m the one who makes that choice. So that’s what ‘I Don’t Belong to You’ is saying. This song feels right. It feels right and it’s telling who I am. And it captures my identity."



Listen here:



You'll find Jayrusalem in Semi Final 1. Good luck everyone! Happy listening~.

Posted by: Totto 21st January 2016, 10:03 AM

I was considering this as well

I'm glad you chose it, it's such a good song!

Posted by: Jaÿ 21st January 2016, 09:40 PM

Ooh it's not often that someone else considers something I end up sending! I'm glad you like it! *.*

Posted by: Cameron 21st January 2016, 09:44 PM

Yes Jay, slaying me once again

Posted by: Cody Slayberry 21st January 2016, 11:54 PM

I was aware that she had something out, but I had never heard it until now! I'm actually really impressed with this!

Posted by: LexDANCE 22nd January 2016, 01:37 AM

This is Keke palmer of 'namechecked by Jenna Rose in the song My Jeans' fame I presume?

Posted by: Jaÿ 22nd January 2016, 02:15 AM

QUOTE(Cameron @ Jan 21 2016, 09:44 PM)

Yes Jay, slaying me once again

QUOTE(Cody Slayberry @ Jan 21 2016, 11:54 PM)

QUOTE(LexDANCE @ Jan 22 2016, 01:37 AM)

Posted by: JosephMendes 23rd January 2016, 11:17 PM

In a sea of sultry R&B female songs this month, this really stands out in a good way I think! Yet another amazing Jay entry

Posted by: Jaÿ 28th January 2016, 01:42 AM

Achieved my biggest flop this month! Kay is no longer the flop Queen of my BJSC history... it's now Keke Palmer! It's my first ever entry to not make the Top 20 of a Semi-Final.

Thank you very much to the 4 of you who gave points to 'I Don't Belong To You', particularly UV for a very unexpected & highly appreciated 12 points.

To be honest I did feel like it was a risky choice (I didn't want to put the kibosh on it by mentioning this above) and evidently it didn't connect with enough people. It's time for me to consider where Jayrusalem goes from here!

Posted by: Bré 28th January 2016, 02:01 AM

I did think this was gonna struggle to get through unforch! Female R&B often does :'( Only just missed out on a point from me.

Posted by: Cody Slayberry 28th January 2016, 03:26 AM

You should write the missive to end all missives

Posted by: B-rye 11th March 2016, 10:15 PM

Excited for your comeback

Posted by: -Jay- 11th March 2016, 10:32 PM

;O

to be confirmed

Posted by: Jaÿ 20th March 2016, 02:06 AM

xxx

Posted by: Bré 31st January 2017, 05:36 PM

Excited for your comeback

Posted by: Cameron 31st January 2017, 06:13 PM

PLS

Posted by: Cody Slayberry 31st January 2017, 06:39 PM

GIVE IT TO ME JAY YAS

Posted by: ★ Jay ★ 1st February 2017, 05:20 PM

This hype *.* I'm back to help celebrate The Actual Republic of Bellamia's 50th contest

Posted by: JosephStyles 1st February 2017, 05:36 PM

The hype is HERE *.* delighted to have one of my favourite countries back in my landmark contest

Posted by: Bré 1st February 2017, 05:37 PM

Could we just have Jayrusalem back instead of Bellamia tbh x

Posted by: JosephStyles 1st February 2017, 05:45 PM

Rude x

Posted by: Jade 2nd February 2017, 10:57 PM

Hyped *.* Could this FINALLY be the month that we give each other points outside of spinoffs?

Posted by: Cody Slayberry 3rd February 2017, 12:38 AM

QUOTE(★ Jay ★ @ Feb 1 2017, 09:20 AM)

This hype *.* I'm back to help celebrate The Actual Republic of Bellamia's 50th contest

Posted by: ★ Jay ★ 4th February 2017, 08:09 PM

QUOTE(Jade @ Feb 2 2017, 10:57 PM)

Hyped *.* Could this FINALLY be the month that we give each other points outside of spinoffs?

QUOTE(Cody Slayberry @ Feb 3 2017, 12:38 AM)

Posted by: ★ Jay ★ 12th February 2017, 11:23 PM

BJSC 92

Coracle feat. Michael Bird
'Running On Empty' (Chris Howland Radio Mix)



Jayrusalem returns!

Here to celebrate The Actual Republic of Bellamia's 50th concert contest. Maybe we'll stick around beyond that, let's wait and see.

Listen here:


Deep House~ male vocals~ ;o


You'll find Jayrusalem in Semi Final 1. Good luck everyone!

Posted by: JosephStyles 12th February 2017, 11:25 PM

This needs to do well, a really nice laidback track, excellent comeback Jay *.*

Posted by: Tinasha 14th February 2017, 08:36 PM

Love this. I hope it's in the final!

Posted by: ★ Jay ★ 20th February 2017, 08:17 AM

Boo~

@ Bellamia, Hendinia & Medhelnia for giving us some points, and thanks to those of you who offered their condolences in the results thread.

Of course I'm not happy to be adding a "last in the semi" disaster to my history, especially as it was my first entry in over a year. To be somewhat philosophical about it, it has to happen to two countries each month, and this happens to be my occasion to experience that dubious honour. I'll try and not be discouraged from entering again at some point in the future, but for the time being I'll be bowing out again.

P.S. Sam & Lindsey, you've been doing great work this contest, thanks for being great hosts!

Posted by: 28 Brays Later 13th October 2017, 01:42 PM

Excited for your comeback

(You broke the meme by announcing this before me making this identical post in your thread this time :'( xx)

Posted by: Jay ☆ 15th October 2017, 09:14 PM

Maybe I'll snub BJSC 100, so your post can mean you're actually anticipating my participation in BJSC 101 ;o!

Posted by: Jay ☆ 26th October 2017, 11:28 AM

Posted by: Jay ☆ 26th October 2017, 11:28 AM

BJSC 100

Loop
'Maybe I'm a Liar'



Jayrusalem returns (again)! We're back to celebrate the 100th BuzzJack Song Contest.


Our entry is 'Maybe I'm a Liar', an electro-pop song by the London based singer-songwriter Loop. It's produced by Xenomania's Toby Scott, who is responsible for writing/producing some massive pop songs from the likes of Girls Aloud and The Saturdays.

Loop: "Maybe I'm a Liar is about that one boy you always say you're done with, but always end up going back to - and the stick you get from your friends about it! I think it's pretty relatable cos most of us girls have got into this cycle with certain kinds of guys!"


(Given that I'm such a huge lover of pop music, it's probably surprising that very few of the Jayrusalem entries are pure pop songs - so I'm happy to have found one to send for this celebratory contest!)


Listen here:



We hope you enjoy our entry. Good luck to all the participating countries!

Posted by: Bré 25th March 2020, 12:00 AM

Excited for your comeback

Posted by: Jay ☆ 25th March 2020, 12:03 AM

QUOTE(Bré @ Mar 25 2020, 12:00 AM)

Excited for your comeback

Posted by: Bré 25th March 2020, 12:09 AM

Revived a classic meme gah!

Posted by: Jay ☆ 27th March 2020, 06:09 AM

BJSC 123

The Perfect Kiss
'Indebted to You'



I last participated in BJSC back in October 2017. I hadn't anticipated on ever returning, but I guess you can never say never! Rob suggested that I should take part, and I figured it would give me something fun to do during lockdown.

I heard this song used in the background of an episode of ELITE, and it was the first song I thought of when thinking about what I should send for my comeback. The Perfect Kiss is a project led by Joe Moore (musician, producer, songwriter) with vocals by Holly Vanags - both artists are British. The Perfect Kiss is influenced by 80s synth-pop and disco.

I've no idea whether my return will be a one-time thing or if I'll be back for more beyond this contest, but let's see how it goes. My song is included in Semi Final 1!

Posted by: Jay ☆ 4th April 2020, 10:55 AM

In the Semi Final 1 results, Jayrusalem was the last entry to be announced as having made it to the final! That was a very nice surprise. Thanks to those of you who voted and liked my entry!

The last time a final included Jayrusalem was in November 2015, the 80th contest. Granted I have only sent three other songs between that contest and this one, but still, it's been a long time! The Perfect Kiss - Indebted to You is Jayrusalem's 11th qualifying song out of 18 entries.


Jayrusalem songs that qualified, and their final positions:

[09th out of 29] LV 55 - Sharon Doorson - Killer
[31st out of 32] LIX 59 - Joel Compass - Astronaut [Ghost Loft Remix]
[05th out of 32] LXVII 67 - 3LAU featuring Bright Lights - How You Love Me
[05th out of 31] LXXII 72 - Natalie La Rose featuring Jeremih - Somebody
[08th out of 34] LXXIII 73 - Lion Babe - Treat Me Like Fire
[40th out of 42] LXXIV 74 - COIN - Run
[18th out of 41] LXXV 75 - Adam Rickfors featuring Marylin - Heartbeats
[05th out of 42] LXXVII 77 - Bonnie Anderson - Unbroken
[13th out of 42] LXXIX 79 - Myzica - Wait Just a Minute [Makeup and Vanity Set Remix]
[37th out of 41] LXXX 80 - Liz Longley - Rescue My Heart
[xxxx out of 41] CXXIII 123 - The Perfect Kiss - Indebted to You

Jayrusalem flop songs that did not qualify, and their semi-final positions:

[20th out of 24 - the top 15 qualified] LVI 56 - Kay - Next to You
[18th out of 25 - the top 15 qualified] LVII 57 - The Green Children - Kisses from the Sky
[18th out of 27 - the top 15 qualified] LVIII 58 - Tom Swoon featuring Taylr Renee - Wings [Myon & Shane 54 Summer of Love Mix]
[16th out of 28 - the top 15 qualified] LXVI 66 - Naxxos - New Orleans [Sam Feldt Remix]
[24th out of 32 - the top 20 qualified] LXXXI 81 - Keke Palmer - I Don't Belong to You
[32nd out of 32 - the top 20 qualified] XCII 92 - Coracle featuring Michael Bird - Running on Empty [Chris Howland Remix]
[29th out of 43 - the top 23 qualified] C 100 - Loop - Maybe I'm a Liar

Posted by: Klumzee 4th April 2020, 01:19 PM

Didn't realise it was 2015 since we last had you in the final! or that you've had so few entries in total! I am a little surprised this song has made it but I do like it and wish it luck for the final! It's a cute one.

Treat Me Like Fire, Somebody and Kisses From The Sky are all incredible entries!

Posted by: Bré 4th April 2020, 02:03 PM

I knew it had been a while but it really doesn't feel like it's been over 4 years! Glad to see you back in a final, they thought it would never happen again

Posted by: Jay ☆ 4th April 2020, 10:13 PM

QUOTE(Klumzee @ Apr 4 2020, 02:19 PM)

Didn't realise it was 2015 since we last had you in the final! or that you've had so few entries in total! I am a little surprised this song has made it but I do like it and wish it luck for the final! It's a cute one.

Treat Me Like Fire, Somebody and Kisses From The Sky are all incredible entries!

QUOTE(Bré @ Apr 4 2020, 03:03 PM)

I knew it had been a while but it really doesn't feel like it's been over 4 years! Glad to see you back in a final, they thought it would never happen again

Posted by: StayatHaus 4th April 2020, 10:17 PM

QUOTE(Jay ☆ @ Apr 4 2020, 11:55 AM)

In the Semi Final 1 results, Jayrusalem was the last entry to be announced as having made it to the final! That was a very nice surprise. Thanks to those of you who voted and liked my entry!

QUOTE(Jay ☆ @ Apr 4 2020, 11:55 AM)

Posted by: Jay ☆ 5th April 2020, 09:13 AM

QUOTE(StayatHaus @ Apr 4 2020, 11:17 PM)

Posted by: Klumzee 5th April 2020, 11:39 AM

QUOTE(Jay ☆ @ Apr 4 2020, 11:13 PM)

Thank you Klumzee! The first two there are my personal 2 favourites! I seem to remember Kisses from the Sky had some positive reception from some members who were in the opposite semi to the one I was in!

Posted by: Purple Kecleon 5th April 2020, 03:33 PM

I wasn’t on Buzzjack at the time but How You Love Me is still one of the best dance songs of the last decade

Posted by: Jay ☆ 4th May 2020, 01:16 PM

QUOTE(Purple Kecleon @ Apr 5 2020, 04:33 PM)

I wasn’t on Buzzjack at the time but How You Love Me is still one of the best dance songs of the last decade

Posted by: Jay ☆ 4th May 2020, 01:18 PM

BJSC 124

Donna Missal
'Hurt By You'



Jayrusalem's latest entry is 'Hurt By You', by American singer-songwriter Donna Missal!

'Hurt By You' is an alt-pop song, with a country edge to it. Lyrically it's an empowering song about letting go of a toxic relationship and attempting to achieve emotional distance from it.

“Letting someone go doesn’t have to signify loss and pain exclusively. There can be wide open space on the other side of that to feel autonomy, freedom, and room to grow. It doesn’t have to suck! And you don’t have to be hurt by change.” - Donna Missal

I love Donna's vocals on this song, she sounds raspy, powerful and defiant.

This is the most passionate I've felt about one of my entries since Myzica 'Wait Just a Minute' five years ago, and it's fast become of my favourite songs of the year. Many thanks to Joseph who introduced me to this heartfelt bop!



Only give me love when I'm giving it back
But you say you'll never be my friend
Always on the train, never on the track
So I'm jumping before the crash
And I know you're just trying to scare me
But you lost all of your effect
You can bark like a dog, baring your teeth
But I'm never going back again
No, I'm never going back again

Babe, it's true
I'm in love with what we were
But not with you
What's left to prove?
Tried so many damn times to cut you loose
Now I'm way too far away to be hurt by you

You call to say you're better, I know better than that
You're just looking for some sympathy
It's not about you or somebody new
This time it's about me
And I know you're gonna say I'm selfish
And I know you're gonna think it's mean
But you show up at my house in the middle of the night
Saying I'm the one that's crazy
Stop trying to debase me

Sorry if I gave the impression
That I'm trying to fix what we broke
Maybe we lay down our weapons
And make peace with letting go
'Cause babe it's true
I'm in love with what we were
But not with you

Written By: Donna Missal, Andrew Wells & Anthony Rossomando

https://genius.com/Donna-missal-hurt-by-you-lyrics

Posted by: Jack 4th May 2020, 01:29 PM

One of my early faves

Posted by: Jay ☆ 4th May 2020, 02:04 PM

Really pleased that you like it, Jack!

I first heard Fletcher - Forever last month and it's such a bop, best of luck in the final!

Posted by: JosephStyles 5th May 2020, 12:31 AM

it's an amazing song! I discovered it when she supported Lewis Capaldi on tour a couple of months ago, she was a brilliant performer too. Alec Benjamin was also scheduled to perform but had to fly home to the US before corona travel restrictions came in - Donna completely turned around my disappointment at not seeing Alec!

Posted by: Jay* 14th June 2020, 03:30 AM

Firstly, thank you to those of you who voted for Donna Missal in the last contest - I was pleasantly surprised to finish within the Top 20 of the results!


BJSC 125

Audrey Mika
'Just Friends'



Jayrusalem's third entry of 2020 is 'Just Friends' by 19 year old American singer Audrey Mika! I can't find out much about her beyond the fact that she's amassed a strong YouTube and TikTok following, but hasn't everyone achieved that these days? x All I can say is that we've entered "cute bop" territory this month!

By the way, this is my 20th entry since joining the contest 7 years ago this month(!)



Just friends don't do what we do

Hey, what's up, where you been?
I've been waitin' by my phone
I don't know what you think
I've been tryin' figure you out
After hours, can you tell
I've been workin' hard lately?
Tryin' now to find a way to get to you

You're on my mind and
I want you as mine, but you
You waste my time, so I'm always runnin'
Don't turn away and I'm not
Not what they say, but you're
Not used to fate, so you're always runnin'

Just friends don’t do what we do
What we do can't do without you
Just friends don't say what we say
What we do can't do without you
Without you, yeah
Without you, without you, without you

You can try, try to hide
You been playin' it cool
I don't know how to act
Wish I could take it all back
But you know, I'll be here
When you need me, and you're callin'
Tryin' now to find a way get to me (Ah)

All I want, all I need, is your location
Drivin' down, 405, no hesitation
All I want, all I need, is your location (Location, oh)
Drivin' down, 405, no hesitation

Written By: Midi Jones, Amisha Sarkar & Audrey Mika

https://genius.com/Audrey-mika-just-friends-lyrics

Posted by: ✖ leww ✖ 14th June 2020, 08:02 AM

OH! i know this expected it to show up - good luck chicken tikka!!

Posted by: Jay* 16th June 2020, 06:19 PM

Thank you Leww *.* fingers crossed!

Posted by: Jay* 28th June 2020, 06:38 AM

Argh I only discovered earlier that Just Friends came 21st in the semi, and 1 point behind the 20th place qualifier! So close (I think I would have needed 2 more points to qualify though). That's the way it goes sometimes! I'm glad some of you enjoyed it, and gave it some points.

I've had some other really close calls:

BJSC 59 - Joel Compass came 15th in the semi, there were 15 qualifiers
BJSC 66 - Naxxos came 16th in the semi, there were 15 qualifiers
BJSC 73 - Lion Babe came 16th in the semi, there were 16 qualifiers. From memory it was just 1 point ahead of 17th. Treat Me Like Fire went on to place 8th in the final!


I'm pretty sure I'll take part in BJSC 126. I've discovered quite a few songs over the past 3 months, so I have some thinking to do about which song my next entry should be!