United States in EuroMusic Song Contest 4

The United States participated in the 4th edition of the EuroMusic Song Contest. It was the first American participation.

Selection process
For the first edition the American broadcaster, NBC, decided to select their particpant internally. They selected the song Empire state of mind.

At EuroMusic Song Contest
The United States were drawn to perform fifth, following Ireland and preceding Spain.

Voting
The voting during the final consisted of 50 percent public televoting and 50 percent from a jury deliberation. The jury consisted of five music industry professionals who were citizens of the country they represent. This jury was asked to judge each contestant based on: vocal capacity; the stage performance; the song's composition and originality; and the overall impression by the act. In addition, no member of a national jury could be related in any way to any of the competing acts in such a way that they cannot vote impartially and independently.

Below is a breakdown of points awarded to the United States and awarded by the United States in the final.