In week one of the 'X Factor,' just to be a little bit quirky, I decided to say that I like girls who eat carrots. Ever since I've had lots and lots and lots of carrots.

It's important for me to treat a girlfriend with respect. My mum would be horrified if I behaved any differently - and I have sisters, and would hate for them to be treated badly by guys.

I like kisses that aren't too fast or rushed - that's what makes a good kiss.

I'm a very loyal boyfriend. I'm a bit of a joker... I can be romantic, but not too sickly.

For me, Robbie Williams was a massive influence when I was growing up. But also Cheryl Cole. Being in her presence was intimidating, because she's so hot.

All my mates are at university, and it's a life I haven't had a chance to enjoy, so it's great to turn up and sample a bit of it.

All our fans are always very loud, especially Scousers.

I am going slightly deaf in my right ear. It's tinnitus... something like that.

I like a girl who doesn't take life too seriously and is quite easy-going.

I'm a bit old-fashioned. I like the idea of going to the cinema and then an Italian restaurant.

But you know we couldn't compare what we do with what the British athletes did at the Olympics. We are very proud to be British and if we have done our bit to promote Britain in a historic year for the country that's brilliant.

I will confess I am a great wingman. Since I have a girlfriend, I'll start the night with her, but then I'll help out the guys by making them sound like the most incredible guys in the world.

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