Ray or Leona

[islandman]

Having watched X Factor from day 1, I am pleased that these two are in the final. Having just read on Digital Spy from subscribers think the tears were staged managed, I disagree. I will say that Leona CAN induce tears at the drop of a hat, but two things bug me, 1) she has an awkward way of standing, so clearly needs tips on deportment, plus she has that "little girls wave and speech" that can be irritating. Yes she can sing, granted, but I have my reservations.

Ref. Ray, I am of the older generation and his style of singing remind me of SO many male crooners from a few years gone by, singers that were successfull and lasted the test of time, and not oldies either, many of them young. Ray certainly has stage presence, can make instant contact with the audience, is able to dance and agreed could be said to look a bit old fashioned, but what the heck, style can be changed. Simon dropped Liverpool into the conversation then what did Ray do ? sand the Liverpool anthem, and if you weren't a Liverpool fan, then you would have welcomed it anyway.

On the whole, I feel Ray has the widest reportoire and as such, probably will appeal to more people. But, as last night voting was so close, I suppose it will be cut-off time that decides the winner. I can't see it being a runaway win.

[curlyperm]

What a very interesting and diplomatic 'post' clearly you are able to see the 'bigger picture' which can only be an asset.
I on the other hand - am just plain small minded, i cannot STAND that little sh$$ and i am astounded that he is still hanging around like a bad smell!!
I have totally lost interest in this years so called X Factor and think the distinct lack of talent has been conspicuous by its absence, big big disappointment.
I also think that Leona has by far the better voice, but is way behind in the confidence stakes, however i do not think she will be allowed to win,and IF that little 'turd' DOES win, people will begin to realise its a 'fix' and will most definately not bother to watch next year............... i for one cetainly will not.

[-Zorro-]

dont really watch it but Ray is a little twerp...Leona to win

[missprim]

Hey curlyperm,are you really the artist formally known as Lois Walsh?

[mushroom25]

whoever wins, I'm willing to bet that they're no longer with their record company by this time next year.

[curlyperm]

missprim...................er..................not when i last looked? ( too be sure too be sure! lol)

[tradey]

well i think leona can sing but im fed up of hearing her voice now same all the time,sounds too much like other singers,times for a change,ray well i think hes cute at first i thought he couldnt sing were now i think hes getting better. im so glad ben went his voice was the same all the time too.COME ON RAY RAY TO WIN ha ha ha

[lankeela]

Not seen this before today, but thought Ray looked like something off 'Junior Showtime' and could not believe he went through and Ben didn't.

As for the girl (Leona?) she has a good voice but think she looks like a drag queen.

[maggie01]

The just had a poll on This Morning and 53% said Ray and 47% Leona. Leona has a powerfull voice but when she is talking her voice is a bit irritating. On the other hand Ray is an all round entertainer with a gorgeous smile. He is young to sing the type of songs he sings but it is not always the winner that we still hear of some way down the line. I will be watching and wish them both the best of luck.