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The Black Eyed Peas band member explained that he would "definitely" give the 17-year-old a contract.
He told The Sun: "I love X Factor. I'm backing Cher to win and would definitely sign her. She's unique and it took a unique person to choose her."
will.i.am also said that he is a fan of Cheryl Cole's other finalist Rebecca Ferguson.
He added: "You'd think Rebecca was hanging out with Marvin Gaye every day, she has so much soul."
The 35-year-old further admitted that he doesn't think he would have gotten very far as a contestant.
He confessed: "If I was starting off and went on that show, I'd never make it through as the talent is of such a high standard."
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