Among all of the performance been seen in the Australian X Factor, the most moving performance is from a 17 years old Iraqi boy, Emmanuel Kelly. He is born with limb difficulties due to chemical warfare. He has wowed Ronan Keating, Guy Sebastian, Mel Brown, and Natalie Bassingthwaighte when he performs his own rendition of John Lennon's "Imagine". Upon stating that it is more than magic to be on stage, he adds that words can't describe what he feels to be right there. It is always been his dream to record music and be a singer. He hasn't fails that dream for everyone is at standing ovation. He earns the respect and love he deserves. It is a heartwarming performance that breaks the hearts of the audiences.
His life becomes an open book when one of the judges asks him about his age. He reveals that he doesn't know his exact age for they are found in a box with his brother, Ahmed. He and his brother are adopted by Children First Foundation boss, Moira Kelly. Moira considers the two as angels and gifts from above. On the other hand, Emmanuel is thankful to Moira, for being a good mother to him and his brother even if they are both physically challenged.
This is a must see!
Posted by Miss Arab USA on Sunday, December 21, 2014
Unfortunately, he isn't able to make it to the next level despite earning a yes from the judges in the first round.