Shayne Ward - X Factor Final 12 Show

Shayne Ward
Song: Right Here Waiting  Check out 'Right Here Waiting' at Amazon.co.uk (Richard Marx  Check out 'Richard Marx' at Amazon.co.uk)

Shayne can't get over the great set of comments he gets from The X Factor Panel after his first finals performance.
Shayne hits The X Factor stage looking every inch the pop idol. He's styled smartly casual, wearing a dark jacket over a light v-necked T-shirt, jeans and plenty of designer stubble!
Shayne Ward delivers a fine vocal on Richard Marx's "Right Here Waiting".He maintains a great slightly smoky vocal tone throughout his Richard Marx number. It's a slow tempo romantic ballad, which no doubt will have many of his lady followers swooning in front of their tv sets.
The song certainly allows Shayne to showcase his vocal talents, but it's pedestrian pace doesn't give him much scope to display his personality on stage. He makes the best of it though, and gets a great response from the studio audience. Even Simon has to agree that Shayne is "one to watch in this competition".

Panel-Bites:

Louis Walsh:  (Introduction) He's very young, he's very talented, he's actually very shy... watch for Shayne! Here he is.

Intro clip...

Shayne:  I still can't believe I'm in the final 4. I think the only time it will sink in is when I literally walk out on the stage in front of all those people. That's when it's going to kick in definitely.

Louis Walsh:  I remember when Shayne walked into the room for the first audition and I thought "he looks like a pop star". All the judges wanted him, I'm so glad he's in my category.

Shayne:  I do believe that this is my time to shine, and this is a massive opportunity for me. I'm gonna grab it with both hands, I'm not going to let it slip by, and I am ready for it.

Shayne sings...

Kate Thornton:  Simon, your comments please?

Simon Cowell:  (Nodding) Shayne... you... you are one to watch in this competition. Uhm, the only thing I would say is I think you are better than the song which I thought was a bit dreary. Ahm, I think you've got to be careful with your phrasing a little bit, 'cause it verges on a bit "pub-singerish". However, I can see you in this competition till the very, very end with better songs. (Cheers and Applause)

Kate Thornton:  Thank you Simon. Sharon?

Sharon Osbourne:  I don't think you really know how good you are, because you seem very insecure with yourself.

Simon Cowell:  I agree.

Sharon Osbourne:  You have a great voice, a great look. Let's see some real confidence next week!

Simon Cowell:  A young song.

Sharon Osbourne:  Yes... and a young song please next week! (Makes a prayer gesture) (Audience cheers)

Kate Thornton:  Thank you Sharon. Louis? ... How did Shayne do for you tonight?

Louis Walsh:  You know I'm really glad I picked this guy. I know I've got something really special in Shayne. I think he's got a great, great career and Simon said you're a pub singer. Every good singer I know, from Tom Jones to Engelbert... they all started off in pubs Simon, so he's only learning his trade. He's got a long career and I'm going to make you eat those words. (Cheers)

Kate Thornton:  Okay, thank you judges. (Kate goes over to greet Shayne centre stage.)

Shayne:  (Off mike) Hello darling. Can I have a kiss. (Kisses her cheek) Mmwah.

Kate Thornton:  (Makes an aside to the camera, looking a little flushed!) Aren't I the luckiest girl in Britain! (Cheers) Mmm-hmm. (Serious now) Incredible comments there Shayne?

Shayne:  Oh really good comments. I'm really happy with that, yeah.

Kate Thornton:  Were you dreaming that tonight would play out as well as it has?

Shayne:  Ohhh, dreaming's not the word. I mean... yeah, okay I was dreaming... (To Judges) Thank you very much... (Shaking his head) ...those comments (Cheers) ...will make me better. Those comments will make me better.

Simon Cowell:  (Nods and winks at Shayne)

Kate Thornton:  Simon says he can see you in this competition for a long long time, but of course in order for that to happen you've got to pick up votes. Why should people vote for you tonight, Shayne?

Shayne:  People should vote for me because I really really want this. I really want this so... so badly. I really want it. Please vote for me. (Cheers)

Kate Thornton:  I think there's a few people here that would like to see you back next week Shayne. I think that's safe to say. Well done! Ladies and Gentlemen, show your appreciation for Shayne.

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