Paul McCartney For 'X Factor' Final

3 months ago 27th Nov 14:00

Sir Paul McCartney is being lined up to perform on 'The X Factor' final.

The ex-Beatles bassist and songwriter said he is trying to fit in an appearance on the final of the ITV singing show during his current touring commitments, and started watching the show after his daughter, Beatrice, six, got him into it.

He said: "I don't watch it enough to have a favourite. But Leona Lewis is a really good singer and that worked.

Whereas with someone like me, who writes my own songs, you have to set yourself up to win

"John and Edward - good luck to them. I wouldn't have been surprised if they'd gone all the way to the final - it's good entertainment.

"We're trying to fit me in the show between my December tour dates."

Paul is reportedly being lined up to appear on the show's final, which will take place on December 13.

Meanwhile, it has been confirmed Janet Jackson and Lady Gaga will perform on next Sunday's penultimate show in the series (06.12.09).

'Bad Romance' singer Gaga is appearing despite the fact she has previously blasted reality TV shows, saying they give people a "false understanding" of success.

She said: "If you win a TV show and you have a hit record, you sort of have a false understanding of what it means to earn success.

"The shows are set up for a winner, for someone to win. Whereas with someone like me, who writes my own songs, you have to set yourself up to win."

This Sunday's (29.11.09) show will feature performances from Rihanna and Alicia Keys.