There’s nothing revolutionary or out of the box here but it does hit you with its honesty. Ron: “Rockstars” is a very pure and simple song. But it’s hard for me to get into this song. I can see a lot of people falling in love with Malik this year, he’s a talented performer and seems like a really nice guy.
At least this one tries to be modern and interesting in a sea of bleh this year. I was just thinking we needed more sentimental ballads by men. Natalie: Thank god you selected this Germany. I’m more than happy to see this in the contest, but for it to properly work, it needs to lean on that storytelling aspect and do so without hesitation. It’s a story of melancholy with a hint of angst, and it feels somewhat offset by the wholesome undertone of the chorus. It lacks a certain punch and edge on the parts it’s supposed to hit. “Rockstars” is a nice track that’s easy to listen to, but that’s also its crutch. Pablo: There’s honesty and an earnest quality in this that no one can deny, as Malik is a great performer with a story to tell. Malik will no doubt express his feelings well on the stage as he has in all live performances. Perhaps it’s fatigue from the American Song Contest, but this German entry is unfortunately not going to gain tailwind in Turin.
Malik is a solid performer, and that’s ultimately what has sold the package. Sebastian: Does “Rockstars” have a place at Eurovision? Perhaps, but there is something so produced and Americanised about “Rockstars” that makes it feel so inauthentic. This may not break new ground, but the ground it covers is very well served indeed. The soft exit takes us back to the beginning and gives the song a nice rounded quality. His growing anger over it all gives the song its emotional crescendo and one well worth the wait. He admits to getting lost in his own doubts and flaws and recognises that time has tamed his free spirit. Ninety seconds in, he seems to press pause on the music and launches into an extended soliloquy. “Rockstars” starts softly and sweetly - the only grit coming from Malik’s gravely voice. William: Malik really tugs on heartstrings with this one.
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