Rosie Ribbons

Rosie Ribbons
Rosie Ribbons
Born	1983; Wales
Occupation	Singer-songwriter
Years active	2001–present
Known for	Finalist on ITV1's Pop Idol, UK top 20 singles "Blink" and "A Little Bit"

Rosemary "Rosie" Ribbons is a singer-songwriter from Wales who rose to fame as a finalist on ITV1's talent competition Pop Idol, later achieving two singles that entered the UK top 20 charts.

Pop Idol

In 2001, Ribbons auditioned for Pop Idol by presenting her original composition "Colours" to judges Simon Cowell, Nicki Chapman, Neil Fox, and Pete Waterman. Adhering to Cowell's suggestion to select a well-known song, she then performed Mariah Carey's "Hero," earning praise from the judges. She progressed to the top 50 stage, winning her heat with Bryan Adams' "(Everything I Do) I Do It for You," capturing more than half of the votes, and ultimately secured 6th place in the competition.

Telstar

Although she did not claim victory, Ribbons signed a five-album contract with Telstar Records, reportedly valued at £1 million. After supporting Liberty X on tour, her initial two singles—"Blink" and a rendition of Jessica Simpson's "A Little Bit"—both attained positions within the UK top 20. Following the moderate success of "A Little Bit," Telstar planned a third single release, initially choosing "Good Thing," then considering a double A-side featuring "Heaven." After touring alongside Blue during their "One Love" Tour, the label decided on a new direction by recording a cover of Deee-Lite's "Groove is in the Heart." Plans also included pairing it with Louise's "Naked," but due to Telstar’s financial troubles, Ribbons’s contract was terminated before any third single or album could be released.

Although not officially issued at that time, a promotional copy of her debut album titled Misbehaving emerged, containing tracks such as her original audition song "Colours" along with singles like "Blink" and "A Little Bit." The album was initially named Levitate as indicated by single artwork. In 2018, Phoenix Music International acquired Telstar’s back catalogue and subsequently released the album.

In 2005, Ribbons returned to recording sessions to produce three songs intended for a forthcoming album, including "Nothing's Changed" and "If Only the World Could Smile." These tracks were previewed on her official Myspace page; however, no further releases followed.

Australian Idol

By 2007, while living in Dubbo, Australia, Ribbons auditioned for Australian Idol performing her original piece "Butterfly Wings." She reached the Top 24 but was eliminated after the fourth semi-final on 29 August 2007, where she sang R.E.M.'s "Everybody Hurts." She neither advanced to the final 12 nor returned as a wild card contestant.

Recent career

Following her stint on Australian Idol, Ribbons returned to the UK to continue performing and creating new music. In 2011, she released the single "Turning Point," featuring MOBO Award recipient MC Neat. In March 2012, she provided vocals on the title track of Alonestar’s EP "Warrior," which also featured English singer-songwriter and Brit Award winner Ed Sheeran collaborating on the song "All Falls Down."

Singles

Year	Month	Single	Chart Position
2002	October	"Blink"	12
2003	January	"A Little Bit"	19

Albums

Year	Album	Chart Position
2003	Misbehaving/Levitate (issued 2018)	–

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