The girl who was first let go by Simon Cowell and then tracked backed down to be on the show has proves she was worth the change of heart.

Melanie Amaro has one the first American “The X Factor.” The powerful 19-year-old vocalist from Sunrise, Florida., won the Fox talent competition.

Among the last 3 were also soulful 30-year-old singer Josh Krajcik of Wooster, Ohio and Chris Rene, he 28-year-old singer-rapper of Santa Cruz, Calif.

Melanie Amaro, who was mentored by judge Simon Cowell, was awarded the show’s grand prize: a $5 million recording contract and a starring role in a Pepsi commercial.

Tonight’s Grand Finale was accompanied by performances by the final 12 as well as 50 Cent with Astro, Justin Bieber with Stevie Wonder and Drew as well as many more.

Congrats To Melanie on the big win.

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