Epic. He improves on every song he sings, good or bad. I can not stomach this song. I can not stop watching this version. Simply spectacular. An amazing talent, who stays true to himself, no matter what he is presented. What is overlooked, is that he is note perfect. He shades his songs like few can. His phrasing is unique and impeccable. An absolute joy to listen to. I hope and prey he comes to the states, so I can go to his show, night after night. Amazing.
To the few people who are or will give a thumbs down to this performance, I pity you, YOU DON'T KNOW MUSIC!!!!! This was just outstanding! With his style he brought me back to Woodstock 1969! This guy is like a legend!!!! I just hope the music industry won't change him like they did with James Arthur giving a makeover like a pop star model! This is a pure rock star to defend and to keep this way!
It is really childish to dislike an act because they like another contestant or hate a judge. Dean is one of the most unique act I have seen in a long time in all these singing reality shows all around the world and I admit, I watch too many of them. I love the way he interpret the lyrics and how he performs them with his entire being, eyes, movements, voice... He will be an international star, there is no doubt about it.
Something2entertain I agree! And for all the people disliking this performance, I respect all opinions, but the point is that most of you are too young and cocky as I was at your age! I use to think I had enough knowledge about music to make judgement, I didn't! I want to help you to understand! So if you want to understand my comment, please listen to at least one of this singers/bands: Joe Cocker, Grateful Dead, Santana, Mountain, Janis Joplin, Crosby Stills & Nash, the Who, The Byrds, Jethro Tull, Joni Mitchel, Jeff Beck or if you prefer, any Australian singers/bands of the 60/70 and then you can make an informed judgement and your thumbs up ro down will mean something (I have at least 2 times the age of most of you, I know what I'm talking about!) If you don't want to understand and you're happy like that, keep your mind where it is now!
@Alex ditto! Love your list and would love to add cream, fleet wood Mac, Led Zeppelin, George Harrison, Tom Waits, Stevie Ray Vaughan....to your list if you don't mind. I think as we get older we start to recognize and appreciate true artists in spite of their genres even though we gravitate toward what we really love. I love rock in its many form, blues rock, folk rock, southern rock, acoustic rock, soft Rock, pure Rock, electric rock, experimental rock,... I wish so many style of music were not neglected by radio disk jockeys in favor of studio altered and enhanced pop music.
His originals are pure artisyry, and if the decisions makers for this show do not make sure he performs one...well...let's just say it would be a huge opportunity lost for the show!
Dean is the most complete package I have ever seen on any singing show ever. And I live in the U.S. I watch this for his performances. Rock on dean. Love what u do bro
I've never heard anybody do a Roy Orbison song like that... this guy is truly an amazing performer. I loved Marlisa to death, but after watching all of Dean's performances it's obvious he was the best performer on this show... actually he is the best I have ever seen on any of these types of shows... hope he tours in the states
The silence while he sings is a proof that the people in attendance are enjoying every note they hear. So do I, as I watch here in YT. Simply incredible. Dean Ray!
4 years later & I still come back to listen to the epic days of Dean Ray during his time in The X Factor Australia 2014! To me he is the best artist ever in any talent show - without a doubt! He's outstanding!
Interesting that after each performance he really does focus on the judges and listens to what they have to say. He is really interested in hearing them, he in not just looking on them and not caring.
Scott you are so right. Dean looks to the judges for encouragement, constructive criticism and validation . He isn't just a great singer...he is a true artist!!!!!
Wow, what an amazing voice. It will touch any soul. I hope he got a record deal. I love love listening to his voice, what a versatile and a special voice 😍😍😍
For Us you ARE THE WINNER ALWAYS RIGHT FROM THE START ,! Your VOICES WILL BE OUR WEDDING SONG ,! Thank you !! Always with you !! Congratulation DEAN ,! You are our WINNER , :-D
This is the loneliest and most forlorn I've ever heard this song. What an amazing version. Off to iTunes to see if I can buy it in the U.S. Well done, Dean.
wow! heavy song full of passion, cool vocal, and on the top of that, the fucken guitar pickings and rough strumming, this is my kind of song....cheers to all who enjoyed this song
Possibly the best performance of the night. On a par with Marlissa's Over The Rainbow at least. Dean will be in the finals and he has a contract locked up no matter. His singing is not the purity and strength of Reigan or Marlissa, but he has the personality, looks, and emotional draw to be a superstar and in fact is strongest contestant in that.
People like to hate because police can't arrest you when you hate someone, but to be honest Dean is sensational, incredible amazing and talented I have never complemented a guy before like this but the power of Dean overflow me and made me to He's so demm good You're already a star and a celebrity in fact
He sorta reminds me of Jim Morrison, in a very good but scary way, when you see it in his eyes and sometimes the way he either sings or handles himself. I think that would be awesome to have Jim Morrison back in the world, he was taken way too soon from us. I wonder how Dean would sound singing some of his songs?
One of my favourite performance from Dean the whole season! Epic performance, he is so good. Fan from Canada! Hoping Dean and Marlisa make it to the end.
His delivery was flawless. Pitch, presentation, emotional impact. Spot on. Which is harder than it looks for a lot of artists because to get that feel and depth and need to move your mouth and facial muscles into the correct position which a LOT of people are afraid to do because they’re worried it might look silly or unattractive. Dean doesn’t do that. He goes in and does exactly what’s needed to inject that emotion regardless of how it may look. It’s one of the reasons I love him.
This is a tough song, if the other four acts sang this song, I don't think they would get 4 standing ovation. Pay attention to the other 9 songs, the best they got was 3 standing ovations, some got only one. Either way I like this version, the crowd was the loudest after this song. I enjoyed this old school. This was much better than his first song tonight. Good job Dean, good luck to the rest, they are going to need it.
I have always been a Roy Orbison fan and sang many of his songs as a young teen. I 'feel' Dean gave this song justice and sang it well. I grew up with in the roiling era of rock and when it had it's beginnings. The 60's and 70's has some amazing music and truly legendary performers. Dean ranks right there with them. I immediately resonated with him on his first audition and every performance since. I love seeing him stretch and explore. This only makes him more in my eyes. I really do not enjoy a lot of these "pop" songs, there is no meaning to them, no depth. Dean has depth. He reaches out to you when he performs. thanks Dean! This Canadian gal can't wait to buy your album too!
I like the old timer voice at the start and i love the way it sounded like he was hysterically crying with the crying lyric.I am sure he did this on purpose,this is art people.fantastic.
People today they love to hear music which come from a macbook. This kind of guitarist, singer like him is remind me about prince. With me this is real music. Edm, house, trap or whatever it is just entertaiment.
roy orbinson debe estar orgulloso con semejante tributo maravilloso este rey dean un talento natural unico me hace acordar mucho a jim morrison cuando joven
Dean doing acoustic is a match made in heaven.
Epic. He improves on every song he sings, good or bad. I can not stomach this song. I can not stop watching this version. Simply spectacular. An amazing talent, who stays true to himself, no matter what he is presented. What is overlooked, is that he is note perfect. He shades his songs like few can. His phrasing is unique and impeccable. An absolute joy to listen to. I hope and prey he comes to the states, so I can go to his show, night after night. Amazing.
To the few people who are or will give a thumbs down to this performance, I pity you, YOU DON'T KNOW MUSIC!!!!!
This was just outstanding! With his style he brought me back to Woodstock 1969!
This guy is like a legend!!!!
I just hope the music industry won't change him like they did with James Arthur giving a makeover like a pop star model!
This is a pure rock star to defend and to keep this way!
It is really childish to dislike an act because they like another contestant or hate a judge. Dean is one of the most unique act I have seen in a long time in all these singing reality shows all around the world and I admit, I watch too many of them. I love the way he interpret the lyrics and how he performs them with his entire being, eyes, movements, voice... He will be an international star, there is no doubt about it.
I love Dean, but people not liking him doesn't mean they don't know music. People have different tastes and it's fine. As long as *we* enjoy Dean...
He fucking slurred half the open! I don't dislike Dean, but that was TERRIBLE.
Something2entertain I agree!
And for all the people disliking this performance, I respect all opinions, but the point is that most of you are too young and cocky as I was at your age!
I use to think I had enough knowledge about music to make judgement, I didn't!
I want to help you to understand!
So if you want to understand my comment, please listen to at least one of this singers/bands: Joe Cocker, Grateful Dead, Santana, Mountain, Janis Joplin, Crosby Stills & Nash, the Who, The Byrds, Jethro Tull, Joni Mitchel, Jeff Beck or if you prefer, any Australian singers/bands of the 60/70 and then you can make an informed judgement and your thumbs up ro down will mean something (I have at least 2 times the age of most of you, I know what I'm talking about!)
If you don't want to understand and you're happy like that, keep your mind where it is now!
@Alex ditto! Love your list and would love to add cream, fleet wood Mac, Led Zeppelin, George Harrison, Tom Waits, Stevie Ray Vaughan....to your list if you don't mind. I think as we get older we start to recognize and appreciate true artists in spite of their genres even though we gravitate toward what we really love. I love rock in its many form, blues rock, folk rock, southern rock, acoustic rock, soft Rock, pure Rock, electric rock, experimental rock,... I wish so many style of music were not neglected by radio disk jockeys in favor of studio altered and enhanced pop music.
Dean Ray is a creative, artistic Genius and I look forward to hearing his original music which is apparently simply Genius :-)
His originals are pure artisyry, and if the decisions makers for this show do not make sure he performs one...well...let's just say it would be a huge opportunity lost for the show!
I certainly hope they do allow him perform an original :-)
Haters gonna hate. They can't stop the Dean Machine.
AND THE WINNER IS!!!!!! DEAN RAY!!! NO DOUBT ABOUT IT!!!! OH MY!!!! SO EPIC!!!!! LOVE U DEAN!!!!!!
Dear Dean...ur really extra ordinary i am listening to this song almost from a year..and its still my favorite song.. :)
Withoug a doubt,the best version of this sad song.Dean can make you feel the pain,the heartbreak,the sadness!
I still come back to listen to this version. I really like this song.
Special Dude! Thanks for your music.
I don't understand why he has only 440k views, this guy is a legend.
Dean is the most complete package I have ever seen on any singing show ever. And I live in the U.S. I watch this for his performances. Rock on dean. Love what u do bro
gorgeous version of this song
I've never heard anybody do a Roy Orbison song like that... this guy is truly an amazing performer. I loved Marlisa to death, but after watching all of Dean's performances it's obvious he was the best performer on this show... actually he is the best I have ever seen on any of these types of shows... hope he tours in the states
Literally a flawless performance. If you close your eyes and listen to it, it's like it is his song. Absolutely insane crazy talent.
This performance is one of the most magnificent performamances of anything in recent years.
Dean is amazing no matter what all the haters say.
I didn't think he had any haters lol!
***** There was a lot on the X-Factor facebook page and a few on here if you look hard enough.
What happened to the machine? He's still a nobody!🤣🤣
He deserve the slot for the final. :)
The silence while he sings is a proof that the people in attendance are enjoying every note they hear. So do I, as I watch here in YT. Simply incredible. Dean Ray!
I wish UK judges give a standing ovation on the table, Ronan made a funny thing a great tradition.
XFactor UK judges don't give standing ovations for average performances. XFactor Australia gives standing ovations to everyone and their moms.
***** Ronan is not British - he is Irish. Get it right please.
***** Nope. Ireland is a separate country. Northern Ireland is part of the UK.
Stuuuuupid comment. 4 countries does not make Great Britain. We are Ireland . On our own. Read a history book stupid
+andrea collins TL
4 years later & I still come back to listen to the epic days of Dean Ray during his time in The X Factor Australia 2014!
To me he is the best artist ever in any talent show - without a doubt! He's outstanding!
Check out his "Messenger" album...it's amazing
Omg I love this guy - why have I not heard of him ????
Whoa! With his hair and his facial expressions he looks so much like Morrison. Spooky but great. Good on you mate!
Interesting that after each performance he really does focus on the judges and listens to what they have to say. He is really interested in hearing them, he in not just looking on them and not caring.
Scott you are so right. Dean looks to the judges for encouragement, constructive criticism and validation . He isn't just a great singer...he is a true artist!!!!!
He's the best 😊 😍 😘
Loved Dean from day one and going to love him to the end of time ♥ The Deanmania has just started!
I have heard this song all my life but never heard this song like this amazing
This is ridiculously good!!!!
Dean owns this year X Factor :)
Dean you’re just stronger and stronger on vocals, outstanding. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Wow, what an amazing voice. It will touch any soul. I hope he got a record deal. I love love listening to his voice, what a versatile and a special voice 😍😍😍
Best performance this year in x factor
Look out world......here comes Dean Ray!
That guitar sounds gorgeous
This guy is a music magician!....DAYUMMMMM
amazing, AMAZING, A M A Z I N G
This is absolutely beautiful
I freaking Love this performance! I love you Dean Ray!
For Us you ARE THE WINNER ALWAYS RIGHT FROM THE START ,! Your VOICES WILL BE OUR WEDDING SONG ,! Thank you !! Always with you !! Congratulation DEAN ,! You are our WINNER , :-D
Dean é maravilhoso! Excelente cantor e excelente músico!
PERFECT song choice.
Dean, you never cease to amaze me!
Absolutely Brilliant!
Yes he should have won, but I'm glad he didn't, at least he isn't restricted by that contract and he can move on with life and a career.
This is the loneliest and most forlorn I've ever heard this song. What an amazing version. Off to iTunes to see if I can buy it in the U.S. Well done, Dean.
Very heart felt 💝he's Soooo Awesome
, so very gifted 🌟
I love you Dean this was amazing!!!
wow! heavy song full of passion, cool vocal, and on the top of that, the fucken guitar pickings and rough strumming, this is my kind of song....cheers to all who enjoyed this song
OMG - so so beautiful Dean🌹
Damn, dude pulled it off. Made it all "Dean Like." Bravo!
He is a personality and a star!
Emotional song :-) and i can say that Dean is indeed an artist!
Possibly the best performance of the night. On a par with Marlissa's Over The Rainbow at least. Dean will be in the finals and he has a contract locked up no matter. His singing is not the purity and strength of Reigan or Marlissa, but he has the personality, looks, and emotional draw to be a superstar and in fact is strongest contestant in that.
People like to hate because police can't arrest you when you hate someone, but to be honest Dean is sensational, incredible amazing and talented
I have never complemented a guy before like this but the power of Dean overflow me and made me to
He's so demm good
You're already a star and a celebrity in fact
OUTSTANDING
Oh my goodness! What a performance! 😘
He sorta reminds me of Jim Morrison, in a very good but scary way, when you see it in his eyes and sometimes the way he either sings or handles himself. I think that would be awesome to have Jim Morrison back in the world, he was taken way too soon from us. I wonder how Dean would sound singing some of his songs?
Still listening to this in 2023!
This was magic.
Just superb Dean keep going
this has to be the GREATEST ever performance i have seen on x factor
One of my favourite performance from Dean the whole season! Epic performance, he is so good. Fan from Canada! Hoping Dean and Marlisa make it to the end.
Wooooah, you're awesome dude :))))
YAY! Smashed it
Mesmerizing🧚🏿♀️
His delivery was flawless. Pitch, presentation, emotional impact. Spot on. Which is harder than it looks for a lot of artists because to get that feel and depth and need to move your mouth and facial muscles into the correct position which a LOT of people are afraid to do because they’re worried it might look silly or unattractive. Dean doesn’t do that. He goes in and does exactly what’s needed to inject that emotion regardless of how it may look. It’s one of the reasons I love him.
PERFECTION! Dean put his own twist on it and it worked. I wish we could buy it in USA. If he is not in the final, there is no justice.
This is a tough song, if the other four acts sang this song, I don't think they would get 4 standing ovation. Pay attention to the other 9 songs, the best they got was 3 standing ovations, some got only one. Either way I like this version, the crowd was the loudest after this song. I enjoyed this old school. This was much better than his first song tonight. Good job Dean, good luck to the rest, they are going to need it.
He should have won! But so happy he got signed by Sony :)
+nessquiknails
ME TOO!
Dean Ray all the way to the grand finals! Superb talent...the Winner :D :D
Simplesmente canta demais!
did anyone else catch that wink he gave her at the end? smooth man, just smooth!
wow, amazing man with crazy voice
I have always been a Roy Orbison fan and sang many of his songs as a young teen. I 'feel' Dean gave this song justice and sang it well.
I grew up with in the roiling era of rock and when it had it's beginnings. The 60's and 70's has some amazing music and truly legendary performers. Dean ranks right there with them. I immediately resonated with him on his first audition and every performance since. I love seeing him stretch and explore. This only makes him more in my eyes. I really do not enjoy a lot of these "pop" songs, there is no meaning to them, no depth. Dean has depth. He reaches out to you when he performs. thanks Dean! This Canadian gal can't wait to buy your album too!
I like the old timer voice at the start and i love the way it sounded like he was hysterically crying with the crying lyric.I am sure he did this on purpose,this is art people.fantastic.
Wow, better than the original, dare I say it.
Is there ANY song anywhere that Dean Ray doesn't nail and make his own! one word SUPERSTAR!
brilliant DEAN :-)
amazing
Una hermosa versión
Captivating
People today they love to hear music which come from a macbook. This kind of guitarist, singer like him is remind me about prince. With me this is real music. Edm, house, trap or whatever it is just entertaiment.
roy orbinson debe estar orgulloso con semejante tributo maravilloso este rey dean un talento natural unico me hace acordar mucho a jim morrison cuando joven
That was fucking awesome.......
And wow...GREAT suit!
Love this performance than the first one earlier,
his voice quality is good at best but his vocal control is just off the charts and hes really an artitstic genius.
2024 and im here❤
Go dean!
I'm crying over what he did that Roy Orbison tune! If Roy was alive he'd surely be crying too! They should nickname this one the BUTCHER!
To the FINALS!!!!!
he makes me so GITTY AAAAAH
winner
Anybody who thinks that this is boring obviously have never heard of Roy Orbison. The most beautiful singer song writers of all time
He has the X Factor no doubt!
I would have preferred a higher key, but still a solid performance as we come to expect from Dean.
he was great with lonely boy amazing
so good
wow!!!
Love the suit.