Ed Sheeran appeared on The X-Factor UK 2014 last Sunday to sing his new love song, 'Thinking Out Loud.' He also confessed a certain fondness that he feels for one of the finalists.
Last Sunday marked the first time the 'One' singer sang his ballad on national television. Known for being a casual dresser, Sheeran showed up in a similar outfit he wore in the 'Thinking Out Loud' music video - slacks, a white Oxford shirt and a vest.
The songwriter also put on quite a production for this performance. In the past, he would only need his guitar and a repeater, but for this special time, he had a full band as well as several people holding onto lights to resemble stars on stage.
"I wanted to make it special because it's the first time I've performed this song on UK TV," he told the host when they talked after the song.
After performing for The X-Factor UK 2014, host Dermot O'Leary asked him which of the contestants impressed him the most. It didn't take long for the British pop sensation to respond.
"I love Andrea," he answered the host.
What did he like about the Italian belter?
Sheeran answered, "The pug thing, the singing, I just want to hug him every time I see him."
It was a good thing then that Andrea Faustini gave a "fantastic, passionate" performance this week and was saved from elimination. His friend, Jake Quickenden, wasn't so lucky though. The returnee contestant failed to impress the judges with his rendition of 'Red' by Daniel Merriweather.
Only The Young was saved to join the remaining contestants for The X-Factor UK 2014, Stereo Kicks, Stevi Ritchie, Ella Henderson, Paul Akister, Lauren Platt, Lola Saunders, Fleur East, Ben Haenow, Jay James, and Jack Walton.
Meanwhile, Ed Sheeran recently revealed that he had already forgiven his cheating ex mentioned in his hit song 'Don't.' He also said that he was grateful for the experience because it helped him write such a great song.
Do you share Ed Sheeran's love for the Italian teddy bear Andrea Faustini? Who do you think will win The X-Factor UK 2014?
