Is It True

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About Is It True

"Is It True?" is a song by Icelandic singer Yohanna and was the Icelandic entry in the Eurovision Song Contest 2009 in Moscow, Russia. The song was composed by Óskar Páll Sveinsson and won second place in the contest. The song was also recorded in Spanish ("Si te vas"), German ("War es nur"), Russian ("Я не сплю" /"Ya ne splyu") and French ("Si tu sais"). Yohanna performed the song in the first semi-final on 12 May 2009, where it came in first place with 174 points (qualifying for the final). In the final, the song came in second place overall with 218 points. That made it the most successful Icelandic song entry to the Eurovision contest since 1999, when Selma placed second with the song "All Out of Luck." "Is It True?" reached #1 in the Icelandic Singles Chart. It became a Top 10 hit in Sweden, Norway, Finland, Greece, Switzerland, and also charted in Belgium, Denmark, Ireland, Russia, Slovakia, the UK, and reaching #14 in the European Hot 100 chart, making it the second best-selling Eurovision entry of the year, only surpassed by Alexander Rybak's winning song "Fairytale". 


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You say you really know me
you’re not afraid to show me
what is in your eyes
So tell me about the rumors
Are they only rumors?
Are they only lies?
Falling out of a perfect dream, coming out of the blue
Is it true?
Is it over?
Did I throw it away?
Was it you?
Did you tell me you would never leave me this way?
If you really knew me
You couldn’t do this to me
You would be my friend
If one of us is lying
There’s no use in trying

No need to pretend
Falling out of a perfect dream, coming out of the blue
Is it true?
Is it over?
Did I throw it away?
Was it you?
Did you tell me you would never leave me this way?
Is it true?
Is it over?
Did I throw it away?
Was it you?
Did you tell me you would never leave me this way?
Is it real?
Did I dream it?
Will I wake from this pain
Is it true?
Is it over?
Baby did I throw it away?
Ooh, is ït true?

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Yohanna

Jóhanna Guðrún Jónsdóttir (born 16 October 1990), known outside Iceland as Yohanna, is an Icelandic singer. Beginning her music career as a child singer, Yohanna received international recognition after representing Iceland in the Eurovision Song Contest 2009 with the song "Is It True?", placing as the runner-up. This tied for the best result Iceland had ever achieved in the contest. Following the success at Eurovision, she released the studio album Butterflies and Elvis (2009). Following Eurovision 2009, Yohanna has since attempted to represent Iceland again on two occasions. In 2011, she reached the finals of Söngvakeppni Sjónvarpsins 2011 with the song "Nótt", and later won the OGAE Second Chance Contest 2011 as well, while she failed to reach the finals i… more »

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Written by: CHRISTOPHER NEIL, OSKAR PALL, TINATIN JAPARIDZE

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13 facts about this song

Artist Origins
The song "Is It True" is famously performed by Jóhanna Guðrún Jónsdóttir, who is also known as Yohanna. She is an Icelandic singer, born on 16 October 1990 in Copenhagen, Denmark, yet she was raised in Reykjavik, Iceland.
Song Genre
Yohanna's "Is It True" belongs to the genre Pop, showcased by its catchy rhythm and mainstream charm.
Contest Success
Notably, "Is It True" was Iceland's entry in the 2009 Eurovision Song Contest.
Eurovision Ranking
This song managed to secure the second place in the 2009 Eurovision Song Contest, which was held in Moscow, Russia.
Song Composition
"Is It True" was written by Óskar Páll Sveinsson, Chris Neil, and Tinatin Japaridze. The music was composed by Óskar Páll and arranged by Nigel Wright.
National Debut
Prior to its success at the Eurovision Song Contest, Yohanna performed "Is It True" during the Icelandic national selection, Söngvakeppni Sjónvarpsins, making it her national debut.
Album Release
"Is It True" is also featured in Yohanna's second studio album, named "Butterflies and Elvis," released in 2009.
Chart Success
The song enjoyed great success on the charts. It topped the Icelandic Singles Chart and also made significant entries into multiple European charts, including the Swedish and Belgian charts.
Music Video
The official music video for "Is It True" premiered on Eurovision's official YouTube channel, showcasing Yohanna's emotive performance.
Lyrics Theme
"Is It True" is a heart-wrenching ballad about love lost and the emotional pain that accompanies an unexpected break-up.
Conducting Credits
Julian Kershaw conducted the orchestra during the song's performance at the Eurovision Song Contest.
Song Translations
Due to its popularity and resonance with audiences, "Is It True" was later translated and released in several different languages, including Swedish.
Likeability Factor
It is said that "Is It True" is one of the most liked and remembered songs from the Eurovision Song Contest's diverse repertoire.

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