The long-awaited Love Island talent show returned at last during Tuesday night's episode.
But fans were left cringing at many of the contestants performances - including a toe puppet show and sweet roast - and it was branded the 'painful to watch'.
In particular, viewers complained about Joey Essex's self produced 'awkward' rap, which was offbeat.
The TOWIE star, 33, came out wearing a gold chain, 90s sunglasses and a backward cap to perform the song he had written on his phone.
The rap included mentions of all his fellow Islanders and the klaxon to indicate his time on the stage was up went off twice, but he kept going.
As the klaxon sounded a third time, the islanders applauded, but Joey quipped: 'Wait, wait, wait. When I say secret - you say mission. Secret...'
This resulted in an awkward silence, with Joey asking: 'Anyone? Well that didn't go that well did it?'
Viewers thought Joey would have been better off performing his 2011 dance track Reem.
One person wrote on social media platform X: 'Joey are you not embarrassed';
'Joey was really struggling to catch the beat'; 'This talent show is painful to watch';
'Just when I thought Joey couldn't give me the ick more he raps';
'And the crowd went silent. Nah the second hand embarrassment. I'm dying'
Earlier in the day, Reuben received a text which read: 'Islanders, the spotlight awaits. Tonight, it's your turn to shine at The Love Talent Show! #ShowUpAndShowOff #GetPractising'
As the Islanders practiced for the evening, Joey exclaimed: 'This is our time to shine!'
Nicole was up first up to the stage, as she treated her fellow Islanders to a sexy dance.
After her energetic performance, she said: 'Ciaran's jaw was on the floor and that's all I wanted tonight was to see Ciaran's face like that, so mission complete!'
Reuben was up next and he decided to showcases his whistling and singing talents as he performed his rendition of 'Singing in the rain'.
Explaining the performance needed its own lamppost, he called Grace to the stage as his 'lovely lamppost of a lady'.
One by one, the Islanders took to the stage, with Matilda performing a puppet show with her feet of her and Sean's Love Island love story.
Grace led a yoga class with the triangle as percussion as she encourages all of the Islanders to downwards dog with her.
Josh put his culinary skills to the test, leading a 'pancake and waffle masterclass' as he invited Mimii to do the taste test.
Ciaran showed off his rugby skills, while Jess provided a colourful performance with an artist masterclass.
Sean then came out dressed as the candyman, giving the Islanders a pick n mix sweet roast.
Jessy left the islanders speechless as she appeared on stilts, which resulted in her later winning the talent show.
Ayo performed the flute with his rendition of Mary Had A Little Lamb, while Mimii closed the show by belting out A Thousand Miles by Vanessa Carlton.
It comes after Love Island viewers were left fuming by Joey Essex and Sean Stone 'pot stirring' behaviour during Monday's episode.
As the duo did the rounds in the villa and poked their nose in their rivals relationships following the drama filled awards show.
Unimpressed by their actions they claimed sweet salesman Sean, 24, was acting out of character in a bid to secure the 33-year-old TOWIE star's friendship.
Taking to X they wrote: 'Sean and Joey may as well couple up': 'Sean is begging for that Joey Essex friendship': 'Not Sean turning Joey Essex into his idol': 'Is Sean not embarrassed? Everyone in the villa has clicked that he's begging for Joey's approval'.
'Sean is really trying to stir the pot like his big brother Joey'; 'Joey and Sean are genuinely baffling': 'Joey and Sean are desperate to stir the pot to make their couples look stronger and because they think the public love it since they keep being voted in the the top. Get them out';
'Teacher and student. Joey and Sean talking about the assignment on how to stir the pot.'
LOVE ISLAND 2024: MEET THE CONTESTANTS
NAME: Mimii Ngulube
AGE: 24
FROM: Portsmouth
OCCUPATION: Mental Health Nurse
WHY LOVE ISLAND? The pool in Portsmouth is not giving. I've tried dating and speaking to people on social media and it just hasn't been successful. Applying was a spontaneous thing, I didn't expect to get here!
WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? My girls are my rocks and I'm theirs, so I'll be a good friend as well as going in there to find a man. I like dressing up, so I'll bring style, and I'd like to think I'm quite funny so I'll make people laugh. Bringing honesty as well - I'm good at picking up on people's personality traits and side-eyeing those who might be liars.
NAME: Sean Stone
AGE: 24
FROM: Hertford
OCCUPATION: Sweets Salesman
WHY LOVE ISLAND? I've always been one for relationships, and when you have found someone you want to be with it's the best feeling. Now is the perfect time, the one thing that is missing is my soulmate.
HOW WOULD FRIENDS/FAMILY DESCRIBE YOU? Very loving, caring and thoughtful. I'm the kind of guy that, if you broke down on the motorway and needed your tyre changed, I'd be there at any time of night.
NAME: Ayo Odukoya
AGE: 25
FROM: Canning Town
OCCUPATION: Model
WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? I think I'd bring excitement and joy. I think people would have someone to come to and talk to and feel comfortable being around or to have a laugh with. I think I'm somebody everyone would take to.
WHY SHOULD SOMEBODY DATE YOU? I feel like the way I carry myself is very respectful and I think people take to that and once you show who you are to somebody you get it back tenfold. The way I am gives off a good enough energy for people to feel comfortable around me.
NAME: Nicole Samuel
AGE: 24
FROM: Aberdare, Wales
OCCUPATION: Accounts Manager
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I've been enjoying single life and the attention of different boys, it's fun. I've enjoyed being able to go on holiday with the girls and not having to worry about someone back home. All the girls are there texting in their room and I'm out till 4 in the morning living my best life.
WHAT IS SOMETHING NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU? I became a world champion dancer in 2011, not many people know that. I was a professional street dancer.
NAME: Ciaran Davies
AGE: 21
FROM: Pencoed, South Wales
OCCUPATION: Surveyor
WHAT'S YOUR TYPE ON PAPER? Obviously looks but humour is a big thing for me, I'm a bit of a wind up so I want a girl who can give it back. Loyalty is another one for me: I think that's the most important thing to look for in a relationship.
WHAT IS SOMETHING NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU? When I was in Malia on a boys holiday I pretended to be Liam Reardon from series 7 to get into a club because they wouldn't let us in. It worked and we ended up getting a private booth and free drinks all night.
NAME: Joey Essex
AGE: 33
FROM: Chigwell, Essex
OCCUPATION: Reality star
CLAIM TO FAME? The Only Way Is Essex
FAMOUS EXES: Joey was in a relationship with fellow TOWIE star Sam Faiers from 2011 to 2014 with the pair getting engaged before they split. He has also been spotted locking lips with former Love Island stars Ellie Brown and Maura Higgins. He also dated his Dancing On Ice pro partner Vanessa Bauer.
NAME: Grace Jackson
AGE: 25
FROM: Manchester
OCCUPATION: Model and social media marketing coordinator
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? No guys have good communication and it's painful. I like someone who doesn't take themselves and life too seriously. My lifestyle can put guys off a little bit, I like to go out and go abroad a lot. They can't keep up with my lifestyle. It's the life that I want, and it helps with my business.
NAME: Matilda Draper
AGE: 24
FROM: Beckenham
OCCUPATION: Recruitmant Consultant
WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BRING? I want to bring sunshine to the Villa. I’m lighthearted and don’t take myself too seriously. If things get too serious in the Villa I’m going to throw in a little joke or a ‘would you rather’.
NAME: Jessy Potts
AGE: 25
FROM: Leicester
OCCUPATION: Brand Partnerships Associate
WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU WILL BRING TO THE VILLA? I’m fun, I like to get involved, so I’d like to think I will get stuck in as soon as I arrive. I also have a very sarcastic sense of humour, so I’ll make everyone laugh, but I’m a Sagittarius, so I also have a fiery side and I'm not afraid to say what I think or stand my ground. I’m not very good at taking 'no' for an answer.
NAME: Jessica Spencer
AGE: 25
FROM: London
OCCUPATION: Fashion Stylist
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? I have my eyes on Ayo, despite his connection with Mimii. I fancy Ayo so much. Wil also seems like a catch and someone I want to explore a connection with.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I’m funny, flirty, sassy and ready to find love
NAME: Reuben Collins
AGE: 23
FROM: Surrey
OCCUPATION: Account Assistant
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? Mimii, Uma and Grace. Obviously they’re all stunning but it’s mainly how they hold themselves and how they are as people.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? Sometimes I can be a bit too honest. At the end of the day I’ll go for who I want and if I have to step on toes I will. I don’t mind making a bit of a fool of myself.
NAME: Josh Sunday Oyinsan
AGE: 29
FROM: London
OCCUPATION: Semi-pro footballer
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? All of them!! Mimii, Uma, Grace and Jess S. All of the girls there are beautiful.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I am not afraid to speak my mind! I’m not afraid of treading on any toes…
