Dustin the Turkey: A Eurovison Icon
Dustin the Turkey is a beloved character from Irish television who made a risqué entry into the music scene by representing Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest 2008 in Belgrade with his cheeky and memorable song "Irelande Douze Pointe." Blending humor and catchy melodies, Dustin captivated audiences with his unique stage presence and witty lyrics that celebrated Ireland’s rich musical heritage while playfully critiquing the competition.
"Irelande Douze Pointe," released in 2008, aimed to score big points both metaphorically and literally. Although it didn’t take home the trophy, Dustin’s performance shone a spotlight on the fun and theatrical spirit of Eurovision, securing its place in the competition’s colorful history.
Stay tuned for updates on Eurovision 2026 in Austria and continue to follow the whimsical journey of Dustin the Turkey as he struts his stuff in the world of music!
For more information on Dustin and his musical endeavors, you can explore Eurovision’s official channels.
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Video “Dustin the Turkey – Irelande Douze Pointe (LIVE) | Ireland 🇮🇪 | First Semi-Final | Eurovision 2008” was uploaded on 07/06/2025 to Youtube Channel Eurovision Song Contest
This is iconic
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Irelande Douze Pointe
This is ICONIC. I can’t understand how this masterpiece received so many boos. Irelande Douze Pointe 🇮🇪
Never noticed this before, but for much of the second half of the song, the guy in the cloak who brought Dustin on is in the background doing his own dance.
intern will pay for this.
This is.. perfect!!
Ireland has 3.806 points and seven winners Eurovision and 67 times with 12 points.
Douze points from Ukraine go to Irlande 🇺🇦🇮🇪
Please Sanomi – Belgium 2003
My lovely horse by father ted would score more 😂
Ahead of its time 🎉
i waited all my life to see this in this channel… I LOVE IT SO MUCH
Why am I watching this🙏😭
Ahead of its time
How dosent going to final?
Ireland coming back?😍😍😍
Thank you for uploading songs from 2008 in true HD and 50fps. 😍
Would have been my winner if I watched Eurovision in 2008
PEAK
MASTERWORK!
2008 was a wild year…
“Go on, ya good thing” is Dustin’s catchphrase lol. Such an iconic Irish legend ✨
The 1080p version is real!!!
This would prob qualify now 😂
masterpiece
Boy oh boy where do I even begin. Dustin the turkey… honey, my pookie bear. I have loved you ever since I first laid eyes on you. The way you stepped into the biggest music competition without fear into your eyes. I would do anything for you. I wish it were possible to freeze time so I would never have to watch you retire. You had a rough childhood, but you never gave up hope. You are even amazing off the stage, you're a great husband and father, sometimes I even call you dad. I forvever dread and weep, thinking of the day you will one day retire. I would sacrifice my own life it were the only thing that could put a smile on your beautiful face. You have given me so much joy, and heartbreak over the years. I remember when you first left Dublin and its like my heart got broken into a million pieces. But a tear still fell from my right eye when I watched you win your first ring in miami, because deep down, my glorious king deserved it. I just wanted you to return home. Then allas, you did, my sweet baby boy came home and I rejoiced. 2007 was a hard year for us baby, but in 2008 you made history happen, couldn't believe it. I was crying, bawling even, and I heard my glorious king exclaim these words, "IRELAND DOUZE POINTE!" Not only have you changed the eurovision song contest and the world forever, but you've eternally changed my world. And now you're getting older, but still the goat, my goat. I love you pookie bear, my glorious king, Dustin the turkey.☺️♥️🫶🏻
Finally! They uploaded this masterpiece! With today's voting system, it's almost guaranteed to make it into the Final at least xD
The most chaotic entry ever – and this isn’t the only iconic Dustin song,
For he provided some excellent parodies like 32 counties and duet with Bono. And the same people who made him made A Scare At Bedtime by Podge and Rodge.
The song was hilarious, cheeky, smart, and catchy. I think people were mad bc Ireland weren't taking it seriously that year.
Why did I get recommended this? It's so… not it.
As a Irish citizen if this was in 2025 Dustin probably would have qualified.
Me : When did Eurovision go haywire ?
2008 : hold my beer !
Das hat mit Eurovision Song Contest nichts zu tun.Zu recht durchgefallen Kasperletheater. 😢
Ireland saw the current version of Eurovision 17 years ago but It wasn't enough to make it to the finals
Bence bu çok kötü bir şarkı kim bir türk bunu dinler ki
We need Leto Svet pronto!