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Paul Potts Wows with "Nessun Dorma"

Alex Delyle
Posted June 11, 2007

I'm a sucker for two things: underdogs and arias. So it goes without saying that this clip from UK talent show Britain's Got Talent tugs at my delicate little heart strings like no other.

No one underestimates the significance of a Simon Cowell smile -- the guy rarely cracks one. But when Paul Potts opens his mouth and lets loose a flawless rendition of "Nessun Dorma," Cowell can't help but grin from ear to ear. Potts is a mobile salesman by day and exudes a genuine humbleness that is rare among talent show contestants. It might be early in the game, but we're betting on him to go all the way.

Posted by An Anonymous Scaredy-Cat on June 15. 2007 False No user image
Normally I'm not into opera and I seldom cry ... but this broke my heart. Once more you don't have to judge people so quickly. He stayed humble and full of joy. I hope you win and we'll see more of you.
Godspeed Paul
Posted by An Anonymous Scaredy-Cat on June 15. 2007 False No user image
Viņš ir lielu dziedātāju. Let viņu iet pie virsotnes!
Posted by An Anonymous Scaredy-Cat on June 15. 2007 False No user image
Paul has been a regular forum contributor for OneCompare.com for a while now and told us he was going for the auditions but we had no idea he would be this good! Make a post on our thread to support him so he can take a look when he is taking a short break from being an international superstar!

http://www.onecompare.com/mobile-news/304/23564897/vote-for-paul-potts-on-itv’s-britain’s-got-talent.htm
Posted by An Anonymous Scaredy-Cat on June 15. 2007 False No user image
I agree paul is massie but he has already made it big, look at bath opera house
Posted by An Anonymous Scaredy-Cat on June 15. 2007 False No user image
What a voice - what a nice bloke. I wish him all the best in this competition. Like it says above humbleness is so refreshing and unusual
....Mike
Posted by An Anonymous Scaredy-Cat on June 14. 2007 False No user image
Forget Potts's performance. Forget the judges' reactions.

What floored me most was the audience's reaction: they really appreciate great music. I'm a cynic, and when he said he was there to sing opera, the thought crossed my mind that, no matter how well he does, all he's gunna get is blank stares.

Thank you Paul, and thank you Cardiff.
Posted by An Anonymous Scaredy-Cat on June 14. 2007 False No user image
AWESOME! GO PAUL GO! MY GOD, THIS GUYS GOT AN AMAZING NATURAL TALENT.
Posted by An Anonymous Scaredy-Cat on June 14. 2007 False No user image
I have very little interest in opera, but truly enjoyed this performance. The crowd and the judges reaction added to the emotion of it, but Pott's voice alone was enough. As a fan of heavy metal, punk rock, and hardcore, I congratulate Mr. Potts on finally going after his dream. I will buy his CD when it comes out. I have no doubt it will, he'll probably have to chose between several offers regardless of whether or not he wins.
Posted by An Anonymous Scaredy-Cat on June 14. 2007 False No user image
JUST AMAZING AND INSPIRATIONAL!!!!
Posted by An Anonymous Scaredy-Cat on June 14. 2007 False No user image
I've not seen a performance that brought me to tears until this one. I normally hate opera, but this was phenomenal.

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