Live Shows: Week Seven – End of the Jedward Era
We were transported back to the 80s this week, as the final six contestants sang songs by either George Michael or Wham.
Lloyd Daniels was up first, singing ‘Faith’. Despite having a new haircut this week, once again I wasn’t wowed by Lloyd’s performance, but it was alright. Simon was surprised, saying: “That wasn’t bad at all actually”.
Stacey Solomon was next, singing ‘I Can’t Make You Love Me’. Miss Solomon is doing her bit for the girls and I thought she did a great job this week. Cheryl told Stacey that she needs to start believing that she can win.
Then it was Jedward’s turn, with their version of ‘I’m Your Man’ (with an added bit of rapping in the middle of course.) For me, this performance was just as bizarre as the rest! Dannii was ‘totally confused’ as their singing was in time, but the wrapping wasn’t. Dannii, I don’t think it was just you who was baffled by it all!
Up next was Danyl Johnson singing ‘Careless Whisper’. I thought he was really good this week and put his own unique twist on the song. Louis said: “You’re a great singer, but I think you’re trying too hard”.
Olly Murs sang ‘Fast Love’ this week. It was nice to see him doing an up-tempo number for a change. Cheryl commended Olly saying: “You always come out and deliver”.
Joe McElderry closed the show with ‘Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me’ and received a standing ovation from the judges. Louis got his rule book out again saying that this wasn’t a George Michael song. Yes it is Louis!
The Results
On Sunday, we were treated to performances from Mariah Carey… (This video is from her GMTV performance, but you get the gist!)
and Susan Boyle.
This week, Olly and Jedward were in the bottom two this week and (dare I say to the relief of most of the nation), Jedward were given the boot.
Next week, the final five will have their work cut out, as they’ll be singing two songs each – I can’t wait!
Ciao for now!
