 Firstly, it was openly derivative of an older revolutionary song, and therefore was arguably not an original composition, and secondly, the lyrics could be classed as political propaganda, especially since they mentioned President Viktor Yushchenko by name.However, after substantial revisions were made, the song was deemed a legitimate entry by the EBU.As the winner of the Eurovision Song Contest 2004 and host of the 2005 Contest, Ukraine automatically qualified for a place in the final.