X Factor contestant Lola Saunders wowed the judges on last night's show - with Louis Walsh and Simon Cowell agreeing that she could be the "dark horse" of the competition.
The 20-year-old fishmonger, whose family lives in Leicestershire, sang Imagine by John Lennon which was praised by all four X-factor judges.
After Lola's performance, judge Louis Walsh said: "Lola, after that performance you are definitely the dark horse of this competition. No more selling fish - let's sell some records."
Spice Girl and X Factor judge Mel B said: "You have gone from being a fishmonger to a legend. You look gorgeous and your delivery and vocals were on point."
Simon Cowell added: "Lola, you are getting better and better. I still think this is 80 per cent of what you are capable of.
"I think what the guys said is right, you could be a dark horse in this competition."
Lola was initially booted off the show by mentor Cheryl Fernandez-Versini (formerly Cole) during the stage at the judges' houses, but was brought back as a wildcard for the girls' category on last Saturday's show.
After her performance last night Cheryl said Lola sang like an angel.
In response to the fantastic comments, Lola told presenter Dermot O'Leary: "I am so grateful. I really appreciate it."
Lola, who is the daughter of former Newcastle United footballer Wesley Saunders, lives with her dad, mum Tina and younger brother Harris in East Boldon, South Tyneside.
Mum Tina was born in the Midlands but moved up north after meeting Wesley.
Some of Lola's family, including her aunty, Bernadette Holmes, and grandmother, Susan Jones, still live in Leicestershire.
Tonight, Lola faces elimination from the competition as in this evening's show two contestants will be voted off.
Watch Lola's performance here:
