Hannah Barrett Delivers a Soul-Stirring Rendition of "Read All About It" | X Factor UK 2013
During Week 1 of The X Factor UK 2013 room auditions, 17-year-old Hannah Barrett walked in with quiet determination and a powerful story. But the moment she opened her mouth to sing "Read All About It" by Emeli Sandé, the entire room fell silent — and then erupted with admiration.
It wasn't just a song. It was a story. Her story. And she sang it like her life depended on it.
🌟 A Voice Born From Real Struggle
Hannah’s journey has been anything but easy. Coming from a difficult background and having spent time in foster care, she stepped into the audition room with a maturity far beyond her years.
Her a cappella version of “Read All About It” was raw, emotional, and filled with soul. Every lyric carried the weight of her experiences — and her hope for a better future.
🎧 Judges Moved by Every Word
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Nicole Scherzinger was visibly emotional and told Hannah, “You sang that like you’ve lived every single word. That was honestly breathtaking.”
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Louis Walsh said, “You’re the kind of artist we’re looking for — someone real, with passion.”
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Gary Barlow, known for being a tough critic, was deeply impressed and praised her "genuine connection to the song."
🙌 From Pain to Power: A Star in the Making
Hannah Barrett reminded everyone that music is more than just notes and words — it’s about connection. She didn’t just perform; she invited us into her world and showed the courage to be vulnerable in front of millions.
With one audition, Hannah proved that you don’t need fancy production or loud instruments to make an impact. Sometimes, all it takes is a voice and a heart willing to be heard.
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