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'I've found my one!' Kylie Minogue uses her steal after Femi Santiago woos her with heartfelt serenade plea on The Voice UK

PUBLISHED: 16:28 EST, 8 March 2014 | UPDATED: 09:00 EST, 9 March 2014

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He had everything pinned on a place in the next round, but while Femi Santiago failed to beat dualist Iesha on Saturday evening;s The Voice UK, he melted Kylie Minogue's heart with a serenaded plea.

The singers were given ballad Stop, Look, Listen To Your Heart - a song originally performed by Diana Ross and Marvin Gaye and Femi admitted he needed a pass to the next round in a bid to provide for his family after a difficult start in life.

'My family, my career, the rest of my life is riding on this,' said the Londoner, who endured six months of homelessness when he was a teenager.

Here he comes: Femi serenades Kylie with his plea in the hope of winning her final steal

You old smoothie: The ploy appears to work its magic on the Australian singer

I like where this is going: Kylie puts her feet up as Femi completes his serenade

But while he pulled it out of the bag on Saturday evening, it was Iesher who won through, leaving Femi at the mercy of the final steal.

Urged on by mentor will, he floored her by serenading a high pitched falsetto littered plea.

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It was enough for Kylie to decide she'd found her 'one' - and the Londoner made it through, much to the delight of the studio audience.

'I was always gonna turn for you,' she said. 'The serenade was just the icing on top.'

Job done: Femi gets a hug from Kylie after being welcomed to her team

I need this: Femi Santiago was desperate to make it through to the next round on Saturday evening

Stop, look, listen: Femi and Iesher face off as the coaches look on

Stiff competition: And it was Iesher who won through after performing the Diana Ross and Marvin Gaye classic with Femi

Earlier that evening Kylie, the only coach with a remaining steal, admitted she was looking for someone with a sprinkling of ‘magic.’

But it was Team Ricky kicking things off, with rocker Jamie Lovatt going head to head with Chris Royal on a version of Adele classic Rolling In The Deep.

Kaiser Chiefs star Ricky was assisted by up and coming star Katy B during rehearsals – and she was impressed by what she saw.

Here we go: The judges prepare for the latest round of vocal duals on The Voice UK

‘They both gave every lost drop of energy,’ she said, admitting the experience was ‘intense.’

On Saturday evening, the vocal duel was no less impressive, with Ricky admitting it was ‘amazing stuff.’

‘I wasn’t expecting the falsetto,’ an impressed Tom Jones told soul singer Chris.’ It would be hard for me to make a decision so I’m glad I don’t have to.’

That responsibly fell at Ricky’s feet, and the rocker chose Chris over fellow front-man Jamie.

First up: James Lovatt was paired with Manchester soul singer Chris Royal

Promising start: The two singers performed Adele classic Rolling In The Deep

Impressive: Jamie turned in a polished performance, but it wasn't enough on the night

All over: Coach Ricky Wilson gives Jamie a warm hug after choosing to save Chris

‘You get me every time,’ he told him, giving the Manchester based singer a hug.

Jamie still had a chance to get through on a steal, and he was given the opportunity to give Kylie, the only coach with that option available to use, a last minute pitch.

‘If you want the rock God you saw the first time round you can take me,’ he said – but it wasn’t enough, and Kylie passed.

The Australian singer was next, and she paired 16-year-olds Rachel and Amelia, charging them with the daunting responsibility of facing off to Jay-Z hit Holy Grail.

Next up: teenagers Rachel and Amelia came next with a version of Jay-Z hit Holy Grail

Tense: The two singers prepare to do battle on Saturday's The Voice UK

Polished: Amelia and Rachel pulled it out of the bag during their vocal contest

Winning performance: It was Rachel who won through on the night

Kylie was joined by Scissor Sisters star Jake Shears during rehearsals, and he admitted they did a ‘fantastic job with some difficult material.’

On the night they pulled it off, turning in an accomplished performance that left the coaches full of praise and Kylie reluctant to make a choice.

But ultimately she chose an emotional Rachel – and with no steals on offer Amelia headed for the exit.

‘It’s really hard but Amelia has that something,’ she said later.

Powerful: Burlesque singer Kiki De Ville and James Byron sung Patti Smith power ballad When The Night

Decisions, decisions: But the pressure was too much for will, who rose from his seat and left the studio so he could 'clear his head'

Victor: Ultimately it was James who won on the night

This won't be the last you see of me: Kiki is in tears as she misses out on a place in the next round on Saturday evening's show

Will.i.am opted for Burlesque dancer Kiki De Ville and small town boy James Byron – a singer with a memorable look and sound.

The two vocalists were performing Patti Smith power ballad When The Night, and its demanding vocal range, delivered masterfully by both performers, left the coaches speechless.

‘That was fantastic, that was flawless,’ raved will. ‘You guys were immaculate – proud of you guys.’

‘I can’t split you apart vocally, but if I had to choose between you then I might go with James,’ offered Ricky.

My time: Vicky hopes to follow brother Danny, a singer with McFly, into the music industry

Tall order: The young singer was paired with Amy Winehouse fan Melissa

Come here: The pair embrace following their performance on Saturday evening

It was a hard choice for will, who admitted they were amongst the ‘best singers’ on his team, and he stunned the audience by unexpectedly walking off stage and out of the studio to ‘clear his head.’

He returned minutes later, choosing James and leaving Kiki facing a potential steal from Kylie, who subsequently passed.

The singer was in tears, but she insisted her time on The Voice UK had been ‘incredible.’

‘This will not be the last you see of me,’ she warned.

Next up was Tom Jones, and the Welsh legend opted the pair Amy Winehouse fan Melissa and Vicky the younger sister of McFly star Danny Jones.

Our turn: Miles and Max take to the stage with a version of Elanor Rigby by the Beatles

Close call: The coaches listen as the two singers perform the 1966 track

Disappointment: Miles gets a pat on the back from Ricky Wilson after losing out on a place in the next round

With support from Tinie Tempah, the singer offered them Motown hit You Keep Me Hanging On by The Supremes - but early rehearsals were not convincing, and he was forced to scrap the track and replace it with something a little more contemporary.

He opted for Pink song Just Give Me A Reason, and after a nervy dual Tom was faced with a difficult decision - but he chose a stunned Melissa.

'I kinda gave up singing and this has kick-started it for me, but whatever happens I'm still gonna continue singing' she said, shortly before Kylie passed on a potential steal.

Love cats: Cherri and Sophie performed The Cure classic on Saturday evening's show

And the winner is: Sophie wins a place in the next round

Disappointment: Cherri was gracious in defeat after Kylie Minogue passed on the opportunity to steal

'I'm glad you've gained so much confidence from this experience,' said the Australian singer.

Ricky's second dual came in the form of trainee solicitor Miles and judo expert Max, who were given Beatles classic Eleanor Rigby.

Worryingly, Miles was unfamiliar with the song and struggled to master the lyrics during piano rehearsals.

But the onstage rehearsals were more promising, and Max admitted with Miles on form he was actually 'a little worried.'

Despite his concerns it was the Scot who won through on the night, leaving Miles heading for the exit as hard to please Kylie once again turned down the opportunity to steal.

Face to face: Pals James and Joe performed next

Hopeful: The pair were greeted by-host Marvin Humes following their performance

Champion: James makes it through at the expense of his close friend on Saturday evening

Close: Kylie looks on as James races over to hug Joe

'I didn't feel like I could take Miles any further in the competition,' she said., 'He's not my one.'

Will's next pairing was Sophie and Cherri with a version of Love Cats by The Cure.

'It was two incredible performances, and if I had a steal I'd take one of the, I wouldn't care who you put through, Ricky told will after the performance.

'I wanna work with both of you guys,' said will. 'But moving forward for tonight it would be...Sophistication.'

'I don't know what to say,' said Sophie as will gave her a welcoming hug.

Up next: Laverne and Georgia take to the stage

She's off: Georgia rushed to thanks Tom on Saturday evening, but failed to offer a word to Laverne

Marvin's here: Laverne gets a hug former the former JLS star

Delighted: Georgia is over the moon after previously admitting she struggled to connect with the chosen song, Taylor Swift hit 22

Again Kylie turned down the steal, but Cherri was gracious in defeat as she exited the stage, telling Sophie she 'better do well.'

The singer opted for James and Joe for her next dual - a performance of Counting Stars by OneRepublic.

Both singer's were nervous about the battle because they'd developed a close friendship during their time on the show, and Kylie admitted she had to ' go with her heart' on the night and 'make a decision.'

That she did, opting to save Jamie - who immediately gave his pal a hug.

Kylie was left in tears after admitting the performance left them 'shaking with excitement.'

'It was horrible to have to chose either one of them,' she said later. 'I just feel Jamie was that little bit more secure, but I'm just splitting hairs with both of them.'

Three's company: Kylie's final pairing was Jade and twin sisters Lauren and Kimberley - AKA Gemyni - with Britney Spears classic Baby One More Time

Battle stations: But it was Jade won won on the night

Disappointed: The twins head for the exit after their dual with victor Jade

Tom was next with Laverne and Georgia.

They were given 22 by Taylor Swift, and Georgia admitted there was no love lost between her and her rival ahead of rehearsals.

'I think it would be harder if we were friends,' she said. 'But I don't think we would be bothered if either of us went home.'

She also admitted that performing the youthful song was hard because, when she was 22, she was rebuilding her life following the collapse of her first marriage.

Tom opted to save Georgia, and she raced across to thank Tom without bothering to acknowledge Laverne.

Champion: For his final dual Tom selected former Troy singer Gary and young vocalist Elesha - and it was Gary who won a place in the next round

Plenty to smile about: The singer gets a hug from Tom Jones

Kylie's final pairing was Jade and twin sisters Lauren and Kimberley - AKA Gemyni - with Britney Spears classic Baby One More Time, and the singer wanted them to get in touch with their 'inner divas' by dancing round the piano during rehearsals.

'That song launched a massive career, and it will do the same for whoever she (Kylie) puts through,' said Ricky following the performance on Saturday evening.

'I know you all want it so badly, you both have serious fan clubs already... the winner of this battle is Jade,' said Kylie.

For his final dual Tom selected former Troy singer Gary and young vocalist Elesha - an old hand having previously performed on the show in 2013, albeit with a radically different hairstyle.

Final battle: Ricky's last pairing was Jazz Bates-Chambers and Lucy Marie Closier

Solid performance: Jazz's strong vocals won her place in the next round at the expense of her rival on Saturday evening's show

The singers performed Caught Up by Usher, and Tom was faced with another tough choice after they turned in an impressive contest.

'The winner of this battle is... Gary Poole,' he said after a moment of indecision.

Ricky's last pairing was Jazz Bates-Chambers and Lucy Marie Closier - a self-confessed ;'huge' Katy B fan - and she was quick to offer her idol a gushing compliment.

But Jazz wasn't impressed, saying later: 'I didn't think it was that sort of competition.'

After performing Bruno Mars classic Grenade Ricky went for the precocious young singer, who edged ahead on the night.

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lubilou64, Westcliff on Sea, 15 hours ago

Love James Byron, he's so unique and has a belter of a voice. Go James!

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ian, ilford, 16 hours ago

Lucy was better than Jazz.

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Mr Mike, London, United Kingdom, 16 hours ago

The only good thing about this cringefest is Emma Willis's legs

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SnakEyes, london, United Kingdom, 16 hours ago

kylie new name desperado hahahahha

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Linda, London, United Kingdom, 19 hours ago

Marvin is a good presenter but Emma has been disappointing. She seems to be trying to hard. I don't know what it is but she doesnt suit this show

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Slurpingticklepest, Sheffield, United Kingdom, 19 hours ago

Jazz-Bates Chambers has shown her true colours by getting bitchy over the other girl simply for professing her admiration for Katy B. For that reason alone I won't be supporting her.

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Grace, Dubai, UAE, 20 hours ago

Kylie Minogue on this show is just embarrassing. You're a 40 something year old woman not a teenager! Bring back Jessie J!!

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natalie666, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom, 22 hours ago

Don't get me wrong I much prefer Kylie to the unbearable Jessie J but I have to admit (although this maybe an unpopular opinion) I have definitely gone off her a little since watching her on this programme. Yes, I still like her and she still comes across very genuine and sweet but, to me, she has come across a little attention seeking and likes to try and make herself the main focus every time the judges comment after every act. Although this could just be me....