In a performance that lasts about three minutes, Gamu Nhengu, a competitor on X Factor UK, manages to fascinate Simon Cowell and breathe new life into a song that was composed before she was born.
According to Nhengu, who is 18 years old, when asked why she decided to become a singer, she said that she wanted to establish a reputation for herself and accomplish something that people would remember. She talks with conviction and certainty, and she does not seem to be nervous in front of the four judges throughout the hearing.
The song “Walking on Sunshine” was the one that Nhengu like to listen to. Katrina and the Waves, a new wave band from the 1980s, came up with this song. In spite of the fact that Katrina and the Waves are famous for a song that was released in 1985, they are not a one-hit wonder. “Walking on Sunshine” is a film that is often seen in retrospective and 1980s films.
In the course of her introduction, Nhengu reveals to the judges that she has made some modifications to the song that she is performing. Even though the audience and the judges are understandably inquisitive about what she accomplished, she does not specify if it was a new arrangement or a lyrical correction throughout the performance. Following the introductions, Nhengu begins singing, and she does not disappoint anybody in the audience either.
While the other three judges are all smiling, it seems like Simon Cowell has missed breakfast and is experiencing a rumbly stomach throughout the competition. In response to Nhengu’s claim that she changed her music, Simon says, “I’m excited to see what you’ve done with this song.” Nhengu’s charge is that she changed her music.
Despite the fact that Simon maintains his glum countenance for the whole of the song, the audience is instantly aware of Nhengu’s vivacity and humor. The overall meaning of the song was altered, despite the fact that her alterations were rather slight. While the first line of the original song was “You’re my sunshine/and don’t it feel wonderful,” the chorus of Nhengu’s interpretation begins with “You’re my sunshine/, but you gotta go.” This is in contrast to the opening line of the songs.
In light of this, it seems that the song is about the end of a relationship. She is informed by Nhengu that she does not want to spend the rest of her life waiting for the person she would spend the rest of her life with. The traits that Nhengu has, such as her body language, caustic delivery, and clothes, are a fantastic match for her forceful attitude. In addition to being completely dressed in a gown that reaches the floor, Nhengu is wearing a giant rose bow in her hair.
The other judges have only got great things to say about Nhengu. Only positive things. A young musician has “something extremely pleasant” about her, according to Louis Walsh, who praises her energy, attitude, and song selections. Walsh expresses his admiration for the young artist in a manner that is almost overwhelming. In his judgment of Nhengu, Walsh referred to him as “soulful,” and any spectator would agree with him.
On the other hand, Simon did not seem to be impressed. The statement that Simon makes is, “To tell you the truth, I’m leaving.” The house music changes, and the atmosphere in the room becomes more subdued. It was you who performed one of the worst songs I’ve ever written. Afterward, Simon takes a moment to catch his breath. Everything seems to come to a halt until Simon says, “You did something different with it–I like you.”
Although Simon continues to compliment Nhengu’s jazzy approach, it seems like she is taking a breath for the first time in a few minutes. Game is able to gain a positive response from each of the four judges when she has finished her heartbreaking narrative about her mother. Simon even screams, “A million percent yes,” when Nhengu’s boyfriend takes the stage to congratulate her joyful daughter. “My daughter is overjoyed,” Simon says. There are times when switching things up is the most effective approach to demonstrate how awesome you are.