X Factor. The singer was catapulted to fame in 2014 after winning the talent series before going on to score the second biggest single of the year with his debut, Something I Need, just beating Bob Geldof's Band Aid to the top spot.In an exclusive interview with Daily Star Online, Ben, has talked about his time on the show and what he's up to now.Chatting candidly about his appearance on The X Factor and being prepared for international stardom, Ben said: "I don't think anyone can prepare you for what's going to happen."You can't prepare yourself for how that affects an individual.