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Originally Posted by Zippy

Take a look at the charts when you have time. Most artists are not great singers technically. Most megafamous singers are not great tecnically.

Its called Xfactor because thats what its about....finding that Xfactor in an artist. Both Cher and Katie clearly have a passion for music and want to be creative artists. As long as they give the songs their own unique spin then they could bring something special to the show. Its essentially about choosing songs that compliment your vocal abilities and suit your own style. Not everybody needs to sing big songs with a big voice.

Sade has a weak voice but has specialised in a unique sound that is essentially Sade. She stays within her vocal range. And her fans have stuck with her for over 20 years in their millions.

This is not about the charts this - as Simon will smugly remind us - is a talent contest.

How is it clear Cher and Katie have a passion for music? Surely if they had a passion they'd have been more ready for their performances at Cheryls house. In fact I think the opposite is true. Their lack of preparation shows a lack of respect for music. As a hip hop fan, Cher trying to wing it and write hip hop verses angered me more than I've let on on this forum. A true music lover would never have messed up like they did.,

Sade is an artist who made stylised music for her fans that worked, She wrote her ow songs and developed a following. She does her own thing. She didnt enter a 'talent ' contest.