Amazing “Creep” Covers on Talent Shows Worldwide! Who Sang It Best?
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Radiohead’s “Creep” is no way an unusual song choice for contestants on talent competition shows. Yet, while this was so, only a few could rock and give justice to it the way the original band does.
We’ve compiled a number of amazing “Creep” covers from various singing competition series. Let’s take a look at them.
1. Brian Justin Crum, AGT 2016
Back in the Judge Cuts of America’t Got Talent season 11, Brian Justin Crum shocked everyone with his emotional rendition of “Creep.” Crum shied away from Radiohead’s singing style and has successfully executed an awesome performance through his distinct vocals. Such act was powerful enough to send him to the Quarterfinals.
2. Tom Ball, AGT All-Stars 2023
Soon after snatching the series’ group Golden Buzzer, Tom Ball came back on the AGT All-Stars stage for an extraordinary Radiohead cover. The Brighton resident belted out “Creep” effortlessly, showcasing his foolproof baritone. This performance has received a well-deserved standing ovation from the judges.
3. Emily Middlemas, X Factor UK 2016
Emily Middlemas was the Scottish singer from Glasgow who was part of the girls category trained by Simon Cowell. During Week 4 of X Factor UK series 13, Middlemas powerfully carrieds the tune of “Creep,” impressing both judges and audiences. This, in consequence, has marked her safe from eliminations.
4. Jeff Gutt, X Factor USA 2013
As part of the over 25s category, Jeffrey Adam Gutt graced X Factor as a rock singer residing in Detroit, Michigan. Back in his audition in 2013, he initially sang “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” by Aerosmith which unfortunately failed to thrill the judging panel. When he was given another chance, Gutt belted out the Radiohead classic, thus securing himself a ticket to the next round.
5. Roby Gultom, X Factor Indonesia 2021
Coming from Simalungun, North Sumatra, Roby Gultom was a participant of X Factor Indonesia season three. After he slid to the next round by singing Bruno Mars’ “Talking To The Moon,” he then impressed everyone in The Chairs round by singing “Creep” by Radiohead. Unlike the band’s original take, Gultom opted for a melodramatic tune.
6. Dalton Harris, X Factor UK 2018
Joining Season 15 of The X Factor UK, Dalton Harris was one of the Boys mentored by Louis Tomlinson back in season 15 of The X Factor UK. During Fright Night, he belted out the popular Radiohead track, proving his edge in the competition. This performance has sent him to Week 4 of the show, Movies Night.
7. Santi Francesi, X Factor Italy 2022
Santi Francesi is an Italian musical duo who was hailed as the winner of X Factor Italy season 16. During the Live Shows, Francesi has went viral for performing a phenomenal rendition of the Radiohead classic. According to fans of the series, Francesi has got to be the “best Creep singer” to ever exist.
8. Ada Vox, American Idol 2018
Ada Vox, also known as Adam Sanders, was a standout back in American Idol season 16. During the Hollywood Round, he performed a sensational rendition of “Creep.” Such act has led him to advance to the Top 24 of the said season.
9. Christian Guardino, American Idol 2022
Christian Guardino was one of the contestants on season 20 of American Idol. After singing “Imagine” by John Lennon, Guardino received enough votes to be part of the Top 10. To celebrate, he sang the Radiohead music smash.
10. Giorgi Futkaradze, X Factor Georgia 2018
Contending in the Georgian version of The X Factor, Giorgi Futkaradze was one of the standout artists in 2018. During his time in the singing series, he sang an acoustic cover of the Radiohead classic hit. Such rendition has gone viral, impressing not only the audience but also the viewers online.
11. Jena Irene, American Idol 2014
Jena Irene was a contestant back in season 13 of American Idol. During the Live Shows, she sang “Creep” while accompanying her vocals with a piano. With her strongly angelic voice, she has indeed made the crowd fall in love with her.
12. Georgi Dimitrov, X Factor Greece 2019
Georgi Dimitrov was one of the contestants during X Factor Greece back in 2019. He sang the Radiohead music hit during his auditions, displaying raw emotions while belting his heart out. This performance has given Dimitrov a sure pass to the next round.
