2011 Live Show 2: Janet Devlin wowed the judges with an Elvis classic

Janet Devlin’s grandfather past away this week, and everyone would understand if she decided not to sing tonight. However, with great composure the 16-year-old delivered a rendition of the Elvis Presley classic ‘I Can’t Help Falling In Love With You’ that wowed the judges.

Janet’s emotional performance, which she dedicated to her late Grandfather, was quite moving and fitted well with the episode’s ‘Love and Heartbreak’ theme. Before singing she said:

“Preparing for the live shows is hard because I know all that’s going on at home. It’s some consolation to know that he saw my first live show and was the most proud man in the world. Hopefully I can do my best for him now.” Check out her perfromance video below.

Judges comments:

Kelly Rowland: Janet I couldn’t be more proud and I know that your grandfather is very proud because you delivered such a beautiful heartfelt performance.

Gary Barlow: You’re an absolute one off and a great translator of music. I don’t only hear every note you sing, I feel very note you sing it is absolutely beautiful…well done for getting through tonight.

Tulisa Contonostavlos: Janet I’m going to be 100% honest, that song that you sung tonight, before I got the job on this panel I thought I loved this song so much I want one of my acts to sing that song, now, hearing you tonight I realise that no other person in this competition could have sung it as well as you did tonight. That song was meant for you, well done.

Louis Walsh: Janet I know you’ve had a tough week but that was a brilliant song choice. I love the fact that you’re singing an Elvis song and I liked the new arrangement. You touch me, I believe every word you say and you’ve got this Celtic soul. We’re looking for a new recording voice and Janet Devlin you’ve got a great recording voice.