Germany in the Eurovision Song Contest 1998
Germany were present at the Eurovision Song Contest 1998, held in Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom.Before Eurovision
The national final to select their entry, Countdown Grand Prix 1998, was held on 26 February 1998 at the Stadthalle Bremen, and was hosted by Axel Bulthaupt and Nena. The final decision was decided on televoting only; the top 3 were announced, but the other placings are known unofficially. The winning entry was "Guildo hat euch lieb!," performed by Guildo Horn and written and composed by Stefan Raab.At Eurovision
Horn was the ninth performer on the night of the Contest, following Israel and preceding Malta. At the Contest, he performed together with his band Die Orthopädischen Strümpfe. At the close of the voting the song had received 86 points, placing 7th in a field of 25 competing countries.Voting
Points awarded to Germany
Points awarded by Germany
Backup jury points
