The X Factor's Astro: I Was Happy I Got Sent Home

Astro | Photo Credits: Aldo Rossi/Fox
Astro | Photo Credits: Aldo Rossi/Fox

Astro, The X Factor's casualty last week, tells TVGuide.com that, as it turns out, he was happy to be sent home. "It may sound weird but having to do one song a week and having to perform with dancers ... that's not the type of artist I am. I was really uncomfortable."

We chatted with the 15-year-old aspiring rapper from Brooklyn native about what he has in the works (a mix-tape, movies, a reality show and clothing lines, to name a few), and who he thinks will win the competition.

Check out the interview: