The Wiwi Jury — our in-house team of music unprofessionals — is reviewing and rating the 37 competing songs in Eurovision 2025. Next we review Montenegro, who have chosen Nina Žižić with “Dobrodošli”.
Are we excited for Nina’s return? Read on to find out!
Nina Žižić – “Dobrodošli” (Montenegro Eurovision 2025)
Review: Nina Žižić – “Dobrodošli”
Simon: Great to have Montenegro, and not least Nina, back on the Eurovision stage. Powerful Balkan vibes served with a nice raspy vocal, but it feels like something we have heard before without being able to precisely pin point it. And that is probably the biggest issue with this entry, that it feels authentic but not memorable. The death slot in the semi doesn’t help it either and, although the 12 points from Serbia are probably inevitable, it will be tough for Montenegro to qualify in a tough semi-final.
Score: 4.5
Jonathan: This is my sort of ballad. Grand orchestral melodies accompanied by impassioned vocals that gradually build and build to a resounding climax – “Dobrodošli” leaves goosebumps on the skin as Nina puts her whole heart into the song. The choice of a minor key helps set the atmosphere by giving it a brooding darkness, with Nina acting as a light in the centre of it all through her choice of white dress. Although I appreciate it might be an outside chance, I’d personally love to see Montenegro in the grand final.
Score: 7.5
Lucy: Balkan ballads are a crucial part of Eurovision history, and when they’re done well, they are an instant classic. Sadly, “Dobrodošli” is not in that league. Nina sings it beautifully, but the emotion just isn’t hitting when I listen. It’s also a bit forgettable, the worst thing you can be at Eurovision. I couldn’t tell you what the verses sound like, and I literally listened to it before I wrote my review here. Nina is marvellous, and I wish she could qualify on her second try, but I don’t know if this song can take her to the grand final.
Score: 3
Pablo: A Balkan ballad is never unwelcome in Eurovision. “Dobrodošli” offers a modern take on a classic genre, with Nina exuding control and refinement across the entire number. It’s not the most memorable take Montenegro has done of this — there are instrumental choices that could be done to contrast the highlights and calm moments better, and the ending sort of fizzles out. However, the cinematic atmosphere it builds to is fantastic, and Nina has it in her to elevate this song properly.
Score: 6
Montenegro Eurovision 2025 ranking
In the Eurovision 2025 Wiwi Jury, we have 17 jurors but only have room for four reviews. The remaining scores are below:
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Andreas: 4.5 Antranig: 5.5 Bernardo: 4 Burak: 4.5 Cinan: 5.5 Deban: 5 Jordi: 6 |
Ruxandra: 6.5 Scarlett: 5 Suzanne: 7 Tom: 5 Tomas: 3.5 William: 5 |
We have removed the highest and lowest scores prior to calculating the average. This is to remove outliers and potential bias. We have removed a high of 7.5 and a low of 3.
Wiwi Jury verdict: 5.17/10
What do you think of Montenegro’s Eurovision 2025 entry? Share your own score and review for Nina Žižić’s “Dobrodošli” below!
