<🎧 Song Recommendation: CANCELLED! by Taylor Swift>
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"First off, congratulations to you all for making it past the first round," Michael announced to the fifteen contestants sitting in the lobby.
It was quite early in the day, and all the winners from the previous night had been gathered to be briefed on their next agenda.
The remaining nine members of the house, although not eliminated fully yet, had no business with the current competition anymore.
"Always remember that it's just the start, so don't celebrate early. Advancing in this round does not guarantee you'll remain in the house next week," Michael added, his gaze sweeping over the relaxed faces. Upon spotting some confident smiles falter, he nodded in satisfaction.
"Alright, for the Semi-Finals, the producers have taken the liberty of selecting the songs. You and your chosen opponent will have to perform the same track. It's a direct battle of interpretation. Here are the fixtures."
