POPCORN TIME LIVE BLOG/RECAP: In the February 4 episode of “Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids,” week 5 performances kicked off tonight. After winning last week’s round, Lyca will be the first to perform as Nora Aunor.
Other performances to watch out this week are those of Alonzo as Boy George, Xia as Ariana Grande and Justin as Ed Sheeran. The rest of the kids will find their icons extra challenging this week. These include Awra as Liza Minelli, AC as Cher, and Sam as Pepe Smith.
#YFSFAwesomeKids Lyca Gairanod As Nora Aunor
Before the first performance, host Billy Crawford did a recap of the standings so far. Elha is on top with 73 stars, next is Awra with 71 stars and in third place is Xia with 66 stars.
Lyca Gairanod during rehearsals got a few tips about performing as the one and only Superstar, Nora Aunor. She then performed Nora’s version of “Tiny Bubbles.”
When the judges were asked for their comments, Sharon said that Lyca’s movements were a bit too much because she noted that Nora was “mahinhin” when she performs. Gary on the other hand, said he enjoyed Lyca’s performance. Calling it a “caricature” performance, it was an exaggerated version of the original icon. Ogie said that she gave a “very good performance.”
#YFSFAwesomeKids Alonzo Muhlach As Boy George
Alonzo Muhlach got an extra challenging icon this week. He picked an 1980s icon, Boy George. He admitted that he did not know who the artist was. So after getting a few tips from his vocal and movement coaches, Alonzo came out all made up like Boy George.
He performed Boy George’s “The War Song,” after which Ogie gave his comment. He said that this was Alonzo’s best performance. Gary agreed with Ogie, but also said that he should smile some more. Sharon also noted that his performance was very entertaining which was not surprising because he was a Muhlach.
#YFSFAwesomeKids AC Bonifacio As Cher
Cher was the icon picked by AC. The pop queen is quite the opposite of AC as her moves are not as big and her voice is low. AC came on stage performing “Do You Believe In Love.”
Ogie said that she had “sindak” factor every time she performs. He said that it was difficult for her as a dancer to bring down her energy. Gary on the other hand said that he was a great believer in her talent. Sharon praised her for being able to project Cher during her performance.
#YFSFAwesome Kids Elha Nympha As Chaka Khan
Elha’s choice this week brings her back to her comfort zone in terms of singing. Chaka Khan who is a known belter, is who Elha picked. She performed Chaka Khan’s signature song “Through The Fire.”
Sharon appreciated that she sounded like Chaka Khan and she did her best. Gary also noted the same thing, that Elha was showing herself as Chaka Khan. Ogie said that her performance “blew them away.”
“Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids” airs on ABS-CBN every Saturday at 7:15 p.m. and every Sunday at 7:00 p.m. Livestreaming and replays are also available on Iwantv.com.ph.