'I predict big things': Gary Barlow says Tamera Foster will be the most successful of this year's X Factor contestants
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In a wild twist, Gary Barlow told Tamera Foster on Saturday’s X Factor that he thought she would be the most successful out of all this year’s contestants.
The troubled teen forgot her words two weeks in a row, but this week proved to the judges she had what it takes to be in the competition – prompting judge Gary to speak about his premonitions for her career.
He said: ‘I think a few people are having good nights tonight and you are one. I think, if we look forward five years, you may possibly be the most successful contestant from this year. I predict big things.’
Big beliefs: Gary Barlow told Tamera Foster on Saturday's X Factor that he thought she would be the most successful out of all this year's contestants
Tamera performed two songs that evening, and Gary’s comments came after her second song, Roberta Flack’s The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face.
The other judges seemed impressed with the 16-year-old’s flawless performance too, with Louis comparing her to former X Factor winner Leona Lewis.
‘Tamera that was so convincing and conventional. You’ve got it all. You came back fighting. You had a bit of a Leona Lewis moment – she famously sang that too.’
What a difference a week makes: The singer looked happy as she remembered all the words on this week's X Factor
Take that, Tamera: Gary said he believes the 16-year-old will be the most successful from this year's X Factor
Sharon agreed with Louis and Gary, saying: ‘Mrs, well welcome to the race. You are back. Welcome to the X Factor.
'Finally there you are. You’re blossoming. Do not lose focus because you’re right where you should be. For the first time you’re here. Congratulations.’
And finally Tamera’s mentor Nicole Scherzinger said: ‘That tone… everything. You plus this performance is everything. And you look and sound an angel.’
Youngster: Nicholas McDonald performed a Gary Barlow song, which the judge loved (thankfully)
Nicholas McDonald’s second performance was a risky move, with the 17-year-old choosing to sing Gary Barlow’s The Greatest Day.
He said: ‘I’ve always looked up to Gary and Take That. But out of all the Take That songs I had to pick the hardest one ever.’
The star was filmed struggling with the performance during rehearsals, but on the night the judges agreed he pulled it out of the bag.
Gary, who wrote the song, said: ‘Well done, I’m very honoured to be chosen as your hero. I thought you did really well.’
Impressive: Every judge was impressed with Nicholas' second performance of the night
And Sharon agreed, saying: ‘Well done Nicholas. I could feel and see the passion in your eyes. I could see the inner beast rise within you.’
Nicholas’ biggest fan on the judging panel, Nicole Scherzinger, said: ‘Nicky, that’s a really big song pumpkin. And you seemed bigger than ever before on that stage. It was shermazing.’
And his mentor Louis Walsh compared the young Scottish singer to judge Gary Barlow: ‘It was a risk but it paid off. He’s a better dancer than Gary.’
In her element: Sam Bailey performed Emeli Sande's Clown, which she dedicated to her daughter
Midlands girl: Sam really gave her everything and performed with passion
Next it was Sam Bailey’s second performance, and the Leicester singer was left to the fate of the public.
We saw Sharon call her contestant and tell her the public had chosen Emilie Sande’s song Clown, to which Sam said ‘I’m so happy’.
After her emotional performance, which she said was for her daughter, Gary praised the singer’s ‘superb’ skills.
He said: ‘Well done Sam. An hour ago you had us all dancing and now you’ve got us all crying. Your voice goes on and on. Your full voice is so high - you’re a superb singer.’
Tear-jerking performance: Sam's emotional performance had judge Nicole in tears
Nicole Scherzinger said through tears: ‘I just have one word: astounding.’
Devonshire boy Luke Friend chose I Will Wait by Mumford & Sons as song from a musical hero.
After a standing ovation from the judges, Sharon said it was the 17-year-old’s best performance yet.
She said: ‘That was your best performance since you have been in this contest. You’ve really, really found yourself.
‘It’s the right time for you – I’m telling you, you’re going to be in that final. I know it.’
Fiery: Luke Friend performed a powerful rendition of Mumford & Sons' I Will Wait
Powerful performance: Devonshire lad Luke performed with vigor and passion
And Nicole further gushed about the young boy.
She said: ‘Listen Mr Great Balls of Fire – when you perform, you’re unapologetic and you’re unafraid. This is your week, my friend.’
And closing the show, with their second performance, was Gary’s only group left Rough Copy.
Luke Friend: The judges loved the youngster's performance, and Sharon described it as his best performance yet
The three-piece boy band was given I Believe I Can Fly, a famous R Kelly song, by the public and the boys were over-the-moon about the news.
They began the performance with people in the audience chanting their names, and ended it in a similar manner.
Nicole got spiritual with the singers and told them they were the best group she’s ever seen on X Factor.
Hopping mad: The Rough Copy boys performed I Believe I Can Fly - but Sharon said they moved around too much
Sterling job! Rough Copy singer Sterling Ramsey gave his all during the performance of R Kelly
She said: ‘I saw a little bit of heaven. I think you’re the best group the X Factor has ever seen. You guys are the most sincere and humble guys.’
Sharon agreed: ‘That was spiritual. You flew like eagles. Three magnificent eagles. Sincerely – well done guys.’
Joey from the band commented at the end saying: ‘We’re all brothers and we want to share our journey.’
All the contestants were brought onto the stage at the end and given a round of applause.
ITV’s X Factor continues Sunday at 8pm
ITV’s X Factor continues Sunday at 8pm
Congrats: Dermot invited all the performers out for a round of applause at the end of the show
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