Sixteen-year-old Josh Barry, a student in his sixth form, approached the massive Britain’s Got Talent stage with a mix of nerves and ambition. Despite the venue being huge, Josh was determined to “get out there and own it,” recognizing the audition as the biggest moment of his young life. His biggest fear was not the crowd, but the potential for a negative comment from Simon Cowell. When asked about his ambition, Josh simply stated his primary goal was to be a professional singer and to sing in front of people, which he certainly achieved that day.
Josh decided to perform the classic Motown hit, “My Girl” by The Temptations. This choice immediately showcased his smooth, soulful voice and natural charisma. Unlike many nervous young performers, Josh appeared confident and relaxed, using the stage to engage with the audience. He demonstrated a clear stage presence and an undeniable charm, easily winning over the crowd. The performance was not just vocally sound, but it was delivered with the swagger and showmanship of a much more experienced artist, earning enthusiastic cheers and applause.
The judges were clearly impressed by his overall package. Amanda Holden told him he had the “looks, the charm, the stage presence,” and the ability to get the girls “going crazy,” concluding it was a “brilliant performance.” Piers Morgan highlighted his confidence and showmanship, stating that Josh had the “potential to be a great pop star.” Even Simon Cowell was full of praise, noting that Josh had “charisma” and that people liked him. Taking all his positive attributes into account, Josh earned three resounding “yeses,” securing his place in the competition as a promising new pop talent.