Eurovision in Vienna is just less than a month away. In the lead-up to the start of rehearsals, we will get to know a bit more about this year’s artists, their discography, and their Eurovision 2026 journey so far. The next artist in this year’s preview is Azerbaijan’s JIVA.
JIVA’s Eurovision journey so far
After weeks of radio silence, Azerbaijani broadcaster İTV confirmed that JIVA would be representing the nation at the beginning of March. Her Eurovision song, “Just Go” was revealed just a few days later. She is set to perform in position #2 in the second semi-final.
JIVA’s song for Eurovision 2026 – “Just Go” – was written entirely by Fuad Javadov.
What do we think of “Just Go”?
The team at That Eurovision Site has reacted to JIVA’s entry for Vienna. XX gave XX thoughts on “Just Go”, which you can check out below.
Who is JIVA?
Jamila Hashimova known by the stage name JIVA, is an Azerbaijani singer who started her career in 2003. She has taken part in various music projects, including being the lead vocalist of “Hazz Band”. Since 2017, she has continued her career as a solo artist, singing in Azerbaijani, English and Russian. In 2025, she won The Voice of Azerbaijan, marking an all-time high for her career. Nonetheless, this year is not her first encounter with Eurovision; indeed, in 2011, she reached the top 3 of Azerbaijan’s Eurovision national final.
Azerbaijan’s Eurovision journey
Azerbaijan is a powerhouse in Eurovision, first debuting in 2008 with the song “Day After Day” by Elnur & Samir, finishing 8th. The country has since gone on to achieve five top-5 performances, including one win in 2011. Azerbaijan has an impressive qualification record, only failing to make the final in 2018, 2023, and 2024.
Azerbaijan internally selected Mamagama to represent them in 2025 with the song “Run With U”; they scored seven points in the first semifinal, placing fifteenth and missing out on the Grand Final for a third year in a row.
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News Source: That Eurovision Site / İTV
Photo Credit: İTV
Silvia Stifini