It was clear that Honey G was destined for greatness from the moment she stepped on the X Factor stage wearing massive shades and a metallic tracksuit and chanting, "When you say Honey, I say G." The judges' jaws hit the floor when the rapper from London launched into her now legendary version of Missy Elliot’s Work It in 2016.
A pocket of harsh haters reacted to her 'novelty act' label by launching a petition to get her kicked off the ITV talent show.
But Honey G - real name Anne Gilford - had the last laugh. Not only did she come in fifth place, but she also signed a deal with show svengali Simon Cowell's record label Syco for the release of her debut single, The Honey G Show.