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To say that Craig David is the best vocalist in the UK?

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Blisssful10 · 08/02/2025 21:53

Saw CD in Milton Keynes last night and his voice was of incredible - of angelic perfection. It was incredible to hear him live. I read today that Elton John said in 2013 that he thought CD had the best voice in the UK.

Just can't stop thinking about how good CD sounded last night!

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Blisssful10 · 08/02/2025 22:18

I'm not CD! Think he is currently on stage in Brighton!

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BatchCookBabe · 08/02/2025 22:18

Reugny · 08/02/2025 21:57

That's because you saw that "comedian" making fun out of him and ruin CD's career for years.

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Craig David gave his full permission for Leigh Francis to send him up. Not Leigh's fault that Craig is a bit average, and his career hit the rocks.

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Blisssful10 · 08/02/2025 22:18

TiramisuThief · 08/02/2025 22:15

I really like that he's undergoing a bit of a renaissance in his career

The best part is you can probably thank the people just do nothing/Kurupt fm guys.

The 1xtra show they did was brilliant

Agreed the krupt fm 16 remix of fill me in kicked off his cd's renaissance. Big narstie etc.

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Allofthelightss · 08/02/2025 22:18

Blisssful10 · 08/02/2025 21:53

Saw CD in Milton Keynes last night and his voice was of incredible - of angelic perfection. It was incredible to hear him live. I read today that Elton John said in 2013 that he thought CD had the best voice in the UK.

Just can't stop thinking about how good CD sounded last night!

Craig, is that you? Wink

BatchCookBabe · 08/02/2025 22:16

sorechalfonts · 08/02/2025 22:12

@Blisssful10
More commonly known as his comedic alter-ego Keith Lemon, Leigh Francis is a presenter, actor, and writer born in Beeston. Francis's fortune is also estimated to be in the region of £7.65m.

not on UC ! 🤣

That made me laugh too. 😆 Do you think the OP is bitter and angry that Leigh Francis did such a brilliant and accurate impression of Crag David? 😂

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Blisssful10 · 08/02/2025 22:16

DollopOfFun · 08/02/2025 22:13

I think Lemar is a superior vocalist (where my Fame Academy peeps at??) but he is very talented.

I do think CD is a tad... odd. But I also think the treatment he got during the Bo Selecta days was really unfair, and hard for him to navigate - in trying to look like he was in on the joke, he lost some credibility, which he didn't deserve.

Lemar was supporting CD last night in Mk. I'm not one to be mean, Lemar tried his best but sadly Lemar's voice has aged and he was straining out notes sometimes. His voice although still great is sadly not what it was. Which made CD's vocale sound even better.

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sorechalfonts · 08/02/2025 22:16

@BatchCookBabe

I loved his scary spice

TiramisuThief · 08/02/2025 22:15

I really like that he's undergoing a bit of a renaissance in his career

The best part is you can probably thank the people just do nothing/Kurupt fm guys.

The 1xtra show they did was brilliant

BatchCookBabe · 08/02/2025 22:15

sorechalfonts · 08/02/2025 22:14

@BatchCookBabe
im cracked up at that marker pen beard 🤣🤣

😂 I know right!

dannyufcfan · 08/02/2025 22:14

Are you his mum?

BatchCookBabe · 08/02/2025 22:14

Blisssful10 · 08/02/2025 22:06

What happened to that 'comedian'? Probably on universal credit now. Was one of the unfunniest people I've ever seen.

Leigh Francis is that comedian... Now worth almost 8 million pounds... (A bit more than Craig David I think!) 😆

From wiki...

Leigh Izaak Francis (born 30 April 1973), who is often known by the name of a character he plays, Keith Lemon, is an English television presenter, comedian, actor, and writer. He is best known for creating and starring in Channel 4's sketch comedy show Bo' Selecta! (2002–2009) and presenting the ITV shows Celebrity Juice (2008–2022) and Through the Keyhole (2013–2019). His other comedy shows include Lemon La Vida Loca (2012–2013), The Keith Lemon Sketch Show (2015–2016), and The Keith & Paddy Picture Show (2017–2018). Francis has taken a step back from TV, and continues to produce content for his YouTube channel, where he posts sketches in the vein of Selecta and other characters. In early 2024, Francis went on tour, called 'My First Time.'

You're welcome. Smile

Wasn't his impression of Craig David just sooooooooooooooo hilarious?! 😆 Proper made me howl it did. Still does! 😂

sorechalfonts · 08/02/2025 22:14

@BatchCookBabe
im cracked up at that marker pen beard 🤣🤣

DollopOfFun · 08/02/2025 22:13

I think Lemar is a superior vocalist (where my Fame Academy peeps at??) but he is very talented.

I do think CD is a tad... odd. But I also think the treatment he got during the Bo Selecta days was really unfair, and hard for him to navigate - in trying to look like he was in on the joke, he lost some credibility, which he didn't deserve.

sorechalfonts · 08/02/2025 22:12

@Blisssful10
More commonly known as his comedic alter-ego Keith Lemon, Leigh Francis is a presenter, actor, and writer born in Beeston. Francis's fortune is also estimated to be in the region of £7.65m.

not on UC ! 🤣

mumofoneAlonebutokay · 08/02/2025 22:12

The comedian 'leigh francis' is still working. Disgusting man.

Craig David has a great voice agree, although i can't say I listen to him outside of the radio

70isaLimitNotaTarget · 08/02/2025 22:10

Well , I have to let you know gently that the Best Vocalist is Freddie Mercury even though he isn't doing any singing now .

sorechalfonts · 08/02/2025 22:09

Blisssful10 · 08/02/2025 22:06

What happened to that 'comedian'? Probably on universal credit now. Was one of the unfunniest people I've ever seen.

Leigh Francis

PotaytoPotahhto · 08/02/2025 22:09

Craig, is that you?

He seems like a lovely guy but he’s shameless for self promotion.

Funderthighs · 08/02/2025 22:07

He’s a legend…in his own lifetime 🤣

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Blisssful10 · 08/02/2025 22:07

Crikeyalmighty · 08/02/2025 22:06

You need to get out more

I definitely need to get out more! And see more live music.

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Crikeyalmighty · 08/02/2025 22:06

You need to get out more

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Blisssful10 · 08/02/2025 22:06

What happened to that 'comedian'? Probably on universal credit now. Was one of the unfunniest people I've ever seen.

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BatchCookBabe · 08/02/2025 22:04

Nah, he's crap, his voice is irritating, and all his songs sound the same.

CAN I GET A REWIIIND?! 😂

To say that Craig David is the best vocalist in the UK?
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Blisssful10 · 08/02/2025 22:02

Rachie1973 · 08/02/2025 22:02

He used to come into where I worked and did the ‘don’t you know who I am’ crap. 25 years ago now but still remember it lol

In Southampton?

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Blisssful10 · 08/02/2025 22:02

Reugny · 08/02/2025 21:56

He's not the best vocalist but a great artist and producer.

I would agree with Elton John tbh.

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