Rachel Dempster
After we have followed the contestants from their first auditions, saw their performances at the brutal Six Chair Challenge, watched them fight for a place in the Live Shows in the Judges’ Houses stage of the competition, it’s now time for the Live Shows to commence – we couldn’t be more excited.
The show recently announced that the theme for the first week of Live Shows is ‘This Is Me,’ a theme which will allow contestants to express their individuality and perform songs they feel will showcase their vocals and personality to a certain extent.
The sixteen contestants will be striving to impress the four Judges – Simon Cowell, Louis Tomlinson, Ayda Field-Williams and Robbie Williams.
What exactly will this year’s contestants be singing on the first week of Live Shows? Keep reading to find out!
Simon Cowell (Girls Category)
Bella Penfold
Song Choice: ‘Beneath Your Beautiful’ – Labrinth and Emeli Sandé (With Original Rap)
So far she's wowed our judges, won @SimonCowell's Safe Seat and made her way into the #XFactor Live Finals ? But now @Bella_Penfold's fate lies in your hands… pic.twitter.com/OgkEmlgE6J
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
Scarlett Lee
Song Choice: ‘Natural Woman’ – Aretha Franklin
Does stardom beckon for @OfficialScarLee???? #XFactor pic.twitter.com/CR9TbKke7n
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
Molly Scott
Song Choice: ‘Fake Love’ – BTS
"Normal people with a dream to become a popstar make it, so why can't that happen to me?" @mollyscottXF thinking about the future ? #XFactor pic.twitter.com/BdyUaFPqIM
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
Shan Ako
Song Choice: ‘Imagine’ – John Lennon
Are you a Shan fan? Of course you are! Who doesn't love a bit of @shanofficially! ?? #XFactor pic.twitter.com/8cw2qg7tAw
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
Louis Tomlinson (Boys Category)
Dalton Harris
Song Choice: ‘Life On Mars?’ – David Bowie
.@harrisdalton has gone from the streets to the #XFactor stage, could this be his second chance at stardom? ? pic.twitter.com/ze0yY7NY2l
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
Brendan Murray
Song Choice: ‘Break Free’ – Ariana Grande (Featuring Zedd)
He wowed the Judges with his incredible vocals and now @brendan_m96 gets ready to sing his heart out at The #XFactor Live Shows ??? pic.twitter.com/SwSdY3ukpV
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
Armstrong Martins
Song Choice: ‘Story Of My Life’ – One Direction (With Original Rap)
"Now is my time, I know I can win and it's all I want" – Could Armstrong Martins be your next #XFactor winner?? pic.twitter.com/9l3G2OQPBB
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
Anthony Russell
Song Choice: ‘Issues’ – Julia Michaels
Our favourite scouser, Anthony Russell is back and he's ready to prove he's got what it takes to win The #XFactor!? pic.twitter.com/ZeDX7y0cE1
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
Ayda Field-Williams (Overs Category)
Danny Tetley
Song Choice: ‘Hero’ – Mariah Carey
.@Danny_Tetley is used to the Benidorm heat, but can he handle the pressure of the live shows?? Not long until we find out! ? #XFactor pic.twitter.com/KOuRMRaUkx
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
Janice Robinson
Song Choice: ‘Clarity’ – Zedd (Featuring Foxes)
Inspire us @Singsongmomma! ? Never give up on those life goals, people #Dreamer ? #XFactor pic.twitter.com/Z5VxGBczwP
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
Giovanni Spano
Song Choice: ‘Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting’ – Elton John
"I'm having the time of my life, let's rock out!" @GiovanniSpano5 is full of confidence going into the #XFactor Live Shows ? How do you rate his chances? pic.twitter.com/Ki7YCF5Dws
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
Olatunji Yearwood
Song Choice: ‘Jiggle It’ – Original Track
There are people that think they can move… and then there's @OlatunjiMusic ! ? #SnakeHips #XFactor pic.twitter.com/ae4He3VFNd
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
Robbie Williams (Groups Category)
Acacia and Aaliyah
Song Choice: ‘Finesse’ – Bruno Mars
"We're bringing something different and fresh" – Representing Gen Z, it's Acacia & Aaliyah!? #XFactor pic.twitter.com/6uuVlNseAM
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
LMA Choir
Song Choice: ‘Circle Of Life’ – The Lion King
#XFactor don't normally do choirs… but then again @LMACHOIR aren't a normal choir. Can they go all the way at the Live Shows? ? pic.twitter.com/whS1CgioYq
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
Misunderstood
Song Choice: ‘Chewing Gum’ (Original)
They sing, they dance, PLUS they wear seriously awesome clothes. The Misunderstood boys have it all ?? #XFactor pic.twitter.com/MT9RzhOBtW
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
United Vibe
Song Choice: ‘Slow Hands’ – Niall Horan
The cute one, the funny one, the shy one, the loud one, the cool one… but which one's which? ??? #XFactor pic.twitter.com/WxUGPOxzUJ
— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 19, 2018
‘The X Factor’ continues on Saturday and Sunday nights on ITV.
