In February 2006, Akcent entered "Jokero" into Selecția Națională , the competition to select Romania's entry for the .
Officially premiered on Romanian radio on December 17, 2005 . Akcent - Jokero
The song won the public vote but ultimately finished second overall , losing to Mihai Trăistariu's "Tornerò". Critical and Commercial Reception In February 2006, Akcent entered "Jokero" into Selecția