Alisah Bonaobra Forces the Judges to Listen with Beyoncé’s “Listen” | X Factor UK 2017 Week 4
Sometimes, an audition doesn’t just earn applause — it demands attention.
That was the case during Week 4 of The X Factor UK 2017, when Alisah Bonaobra, a soft-spoken singer from the Philippines, took the stage and delivered Beyoncé’s “Listen” with so much emotion and power that the judges — and the entire world — couldn’t look away.
🇵🇭 A Humble Beginning, A Big Dream
Alisah introduced herself as a 22-year-old from Manila, Philippines.
She spoke about her modest upbringing and how music had always been her way of expressing hope, even when times were tough.
“We don’t have much, but I want to make my family proud,” she said with sincerity in her voice and tears in her eyes.
🎶 The Performance: Beyoncé-Level Power & Passion
When she announced she’d be singing “Listen” by Beyoncé, the judges exchanged skeptical glances.
It’s a massive vocal song, and very few can pull it off.
But from the moment Alisah opened her mouth, the room transformed.
Her voice soared — effortlessly hitting high notes, pouring emotion into every lyric, and delivering a performance that was raw, controlled, and deeply moving.
By the final chorus, the audience was on its feet, and judge Nicole Scherzinger was visibly stunned.
😲 Judges’ Reactions: Standing Ovation and Tears
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Simon Cowell admitted he wasn’t expecting that much talent:
“You absolutely blew us away.”
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Nicole Scherzinger, who had tears in her eyes, said:
“That was not just good — that was world-class.”
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Sharon Osbourne was speechless but smiling from ear to ear.
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Louis Walsh said it best:
“You just proved that dreams don’t have borders.”
Alisah received a standing ovation from both the judges and audience, and four resounding YESes.
🌏 Fans Across the Globe Connected
The audition instantly went viral — especially across Southeast Asia and among global X Factor fans:
“Her voice gave me chills. That was better than some Beyoncé live versions!”
“A Filipina queen just took over a UK stage!”
“She deserves a global stage — not just a golden ticket.”
Filipino fans rallied behind her with pride, and international viewers praised her for both talent and humility.
🚀 What Happened Next?
Alisah made it through to Bootcamp, and continued to impress judges with her range and resilience.
Though she didn’t win the season, her audition lives on as one of the most replayed and most emotional performances in X Factor UK history.
She went on to build a music career, gain a loyal following, and become a voice of inspiration for aspiring singers around the world.
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