Lied van Liedjes 55

This was the 55th Lied van Liedjes to be held. The contest would be held in Moscow, Russia, following their victory at the previous contest. The first semi-final took place on 14 June 2005 with 15 countries taking part, the second semi-final took place on 15 June 2005 with 15 countries taking part, and the third semi-final took place on 16 June 2005 with 15 countries taking part. The grand final took place on 18 June 2005 with 26 countries taking part. Seven countries qualify from each semi-final, alongside the top five countries from the previous edition qualifying.

Albania, the Faroe Islands, Greece, and Malta all withdrew. United States returned after rekindling relations with Russia.

Semi-Final 1
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Semi-Final 2
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Semi-Final 3
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