Eminem reckons he can be a better X Factor judge then Cheryl Cole. He believes the current X Factor judges do not have enough experience.

Eminem, has been quoted by The Sun: “No disrespect to the current judges but you need people who are global, platinum-selling stars. You need to prepare contestants for what it’s really like out there, and what sort of pressure you are going to be under.”

He said he’d “guarantee” finding a platinum-selling star if he and his producer pal Dr Dre each had a guest slot as judges.

He continued: “So much average talent comes out of these reality shows, it’s time to give people a chance who deserve it. A hip-hop star will never win a show like The X Factor without somebody like me on the panel.

“There are a lot of very talented hip-hop stars who would kill for a break in Britain but the judges aren’t qualified in hip-hop. I keep my eye on the urban scene in Britain and there is a lot of talent out there. It needs somebody in power to open a door for them.”

The wordsmith, famous for hits including Stan and My Name Is, said he would happily tell contestants if they don’t have what it takes. He added: “I am not sure I would have the time to do it full-time, but I would come and be a guest judge.

“Simon tells it like it is and I am down with that. If somebody ain’t good enough they ain’t good enough.”

Simon – the gauntlet has been thrown down. Eminem, or not? Surely it must be yes.

Source: The Sun