Analyse two spontaneous texts

The aim of this essay is to analyse two different transcripts which are focused on a contestant from the popular show, X-Factor, Rylan. Both of these transcripts are examples of spontaneous speech with transactional purposes. Whilst the first transcript deals with Rylan’s first audition, the second transcript portrays the results show which is much tenser than his first audition as they are deciding Rylan’s future in X-Factor. This essay will discuss the way Rylan, The judges and in the second transcript, Dermot O’Leary’s speech affected by context, audience and purpose.
In Rylan’s first broadcast audition, Rylan is relentlessly trying to cajole the judges with his inimitable persona. He has acknowledged that in order to progress in the competition; he needs to make an impression on the judges. Rylan quickly introduces Gary as he is typically assumed as the difficult judge. Rylan compliments Gary by saying “I gotta say that blazer…is love!”. The positive attitude which is put forward about the blazer and Gary’s style is hoped to be mirrored in the way the judges view him. Gary’s mock confirmation, that he has a “yes from me” reflects that Gary has understood Rylan’s purpose to flatter him; therefore a light hearted mood is created and Rylan quickly builds a connection with Gary. The Ellison of the word ‘gotta’ in Rylan’s description of Gary’s blazer as ‘love, is also significant here; the noun ‘love’ is employed as an adjective which is unusual. The purpose of the unconventional use of this term is to implicitly communicate that Rylan’s original personality and will bring a new perspective to the show. It could be said that the repetition of compliments dedicate to Gary’s blazer and Rylan’s unconventional yet creative use of language, immediately lets himself be identified as someone unique and likeable; thus , Rylan creates a positive image of himself in the audition.
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