Finland in the Eurovision Song Contest 1969
Finland was represented at the Eurovision Song Contest 1969 with the song "Kuin silloin ennen", composed by Toivo Kärki, with lyrics by Juha Vainio, and performed by Jarkko and Laura.The Finnish participating broadcaster, Yleisradio (Yle), selected its entry through a national final.Yleisradio (Yle) held the Finnish national final on 22 February at its television studios in Helsinki.The winner was chosen by postcard voting and the results were announced on 4 March.[citation needed] On the night of the final Jarkko and Laura performed last in the running order, following Portugal.