Comments on: Susan Boyle vs. Elaine Paige – Who is Better?

By: Susan Jeffery

Susan Jeffery — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 13:32:53 +0000

I love the way Susan Boyle sang it for the judges first time. I also think that Ruthie Henshall on 10th Anniverary Les.Mis. sings it with so much feeling – it is so wonderful to listen to.

By: naas

naas — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 23:47:19 +0000

My wife told me about Susan Boyle about two months ago and last night I took a peak at her preformance at Cats what a surprise . There is only one word to describe her preformance BRILLIANT she has the voice if a godess I had tearse in my eyes listening to this woman. Elaine will bow to Susan, she is absolutely in harmony with the portraing of the songs she sings. Susan you received a God given talent that should have been discovered years ago I thank the Lord that you came forward even at such late stage in your life.

By: Keith

Keith — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 22:30:40 +0000

Susan over Elaine on this one.

However Ruthie Henshall is the best performer of this song. See:

[Les Miserables] 10th anniversary – I Dreamed a Dream

By: Ruby

Ruby — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:40:11 +0000

Susan Boyle over Elaine Page, hands down. I’m moved to tears every time that I listen to Susan sing. Waiting until she comes to America and looking forward to a CD so that I can hear her sing anytime. Love you, Susan!

By: jane

jane — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 19:08:39 +0000

susan boyle is exceptional.her voice is clearer,stronger and unique.elaine page
sounds like your typical broadway singer. talented yes but not special.

By: ash

ash — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:06:40 +0000

Hi Bea. I totally agree with you on Susan’s final performance. It didn’t feel genuine like it did the first time. I didn’t feel the same emotion like I do every time I hear her original rendition of “I Dreamed A Dream”. You could tell that she wasn’t fully into the performance and was so overwhelmed by the whole experience. I think now that the show is over and she has a record company (Simon’s) standing behind her and providing not just musical mentors but also people who will help her stay strong emotionally, I think she will be ok. This sudden change of becoming an overnight sensation would be difficult for anyone. I think she handled it very well. I would probably breakdown to know the world is criticizing me and wants a piece of me at the same time.

Diversity was excellent and I’m a fan. No doubt they will inspire youth around the world to go after what they want and never give up. Thanks for visiting Bea.

By: Bea Lowe

Bea Lowe — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 13:54:58 +0000

I really dislike the way Elaine sings this song, she is very clipped in her delivery, and I think that she puts no emotion, feeling or soul into it. Whereas Susan’s is just sublime, she takes you to another place where your soul is affected, a true and rare gift. I think if Susan had sung Cry me a River, the best rendition of to be made she would have won BGT. However, in a way I am glad she didn’t, the pressure would have been relentless and overpowering and we have seen what it has done to her up to now. All her fans know that she will have a fantastic musical future, she really is a unique person and artist. I for one cannot wait to buy her CD. I just hope she has the right people around her advising and taking care of her, I have worked in the music business and know how cut throat it can be.

The winners Diversity were amazing and what a wonderful bunch of young guys! Real role models for the younger generation. I thought they were out of this world. Congratulations to them and looking forward to watching them on TRVP.

Susan I dreamed a dream and you were number one in the charts, a dream that will come true, sending love and best wishes for a healthy, happy, successful life ahead of you. Love you!!!

By: ash

ash — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 17:33:04 +0000

Hi Delissa. I think Diversity is a great Dance troupe and I agree with the judges that their dance was flawless (and way better than the great Flawless group). Unfortunately, I think the public made a grave error in not voting Susan Boyle as the winner of the show. What I don’t understand though is why Susan decided to sing the same song she sang in the tryouts, I dream a dream from Les Miserable. I liked her rendition of the song better during the tryouts. I felt like she didn’t convey enough passion in the Final’s performance to win over the voting public.

I must say that Diversity’s scorpion at the beginning of their routine was very unique.

By: Delissa

Delissa — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 17:27:19 +0000

Every time I hear Susan’s voice, I can’t help but be move to tears. It’s a shame she didn’t get top prize. In my opinion, she’s the real winner. I would have loved to hear her sign Hero from Mariah Carey. Now that would have been something! I’m still going to support her. Hopefully she gets a recording out soon. She’s absolutely amazing.

By: ash

ash — Fri, 29 May 2009 07:20:59 +0000

Donna, Erika, and Gigi. You guys are so right about Susan Boyle. She has an amazing God given voice. Like an angel singing for all of eternity. I really do cry each time I listen to her and watch her videos. She is an inspiration for us to really go after our dreams.