The opening of the show was an improvement on previous weeks… although the blatant miming is quite distracting. What can be made of Calvin Harris jumping on stage last night during Jedward’s performance? Was it a random act that’s funny or is he just after publicity like Simon suggested? There are so many questions about the X Factor that surely we will get some answers?
Shakira’s performance
Latin lovely Shakira performed her new song, Did it again, tonight. Her performance didn’t blow me away mainly because I couldn’t understand a word she was saying. When I hear Shakira on the radio I thoroughly enjoy her music but can’t help but feel that she’s a bit of a let down live. The performance was bigger than her talent tonight. When you look at how outstanding Fergie was last week, Shakira really isn’t a perfect example for the finalists.
Great Ormond St Charity Single
Such a good cause and the VT showed just how worthy the charity single is. Covering Michael Jackson’s “You are not alone”, the final 12 acts were together on stage again. Once again, the miming on this live show wasn’t great, but the sentiment of the song is perfect. This is one single that must be downloaded NOW! Miss Frank looked like they couldn’t be bothered and I’d totally forgot about Rikki, but all in all this was a decent performance. Speaks volumes that Joe and Danyl got all of the stronger lines to sing. What did Jedward do?!
The results
Tensions are high in the studio. As recent weeks have proven, it’s anyone’s guess who will go. Will talent finally win over entertainment? Should it all be about talent anyway?
It’s time to face… the results!
Joe, Danyl, Stacey, Olly… this is tense! Final act certain to return is… John and Edward. Totally justified that Jedward stay to be honest. I’m not a fan (far, far from it) but Lloyd and Jamie are weak. I really couldn’t call it as neither of these guys are great. I have a feeling it may be time for Simon to lose one of his acts. Hopefully he’ll lose some of his smugness too!
Jamie’s performance
A shaky start to this performance, and to be honest it proves Louis right… his hair is bigger than his voice. Something about this guy annoys me. He does try but just doesn’t do it for me.
Lloyd’s performance
The teeny boppers love him but he has a shaky voice. Paulo’s song is great and Lloyd doesn’t do it any justice. He is better than Jamie going on final performance. Cheryl’s screwing Lloyd over (not literally, of course) as it’s clear her favourite is Joe.
The verdict
Simon and Cheryl kept in their own acts, as suspected. It is a contest I guess. Louis kept the young boy in…what a shock! Dannii… will she go for deadlock or have some balls? Deadlock Dannii… these judges are so annoying. What a waste of time in getting them to sing again. The public sent Jamie home and I do think that we made the right decision. Simon’s face was priceless.
So, Jedward survived and dull Jamie has been sent packing. I can’t say I’m surprised. I wonder what will happen next week, I’m past guessing!
