Alexandra Davies, from Bridgend South Wales, where 23 young people are believed to have killed themselves since January last year, was put through to the next round on Saturday's show after singing Eva Cassidy's 'Fields of Gold'.
She was introduced by 'X Factor' host Dermot O'Leary, who said: "Alex's home town has had bad press recently after a shocking spate of youth suicides. She's hoping that success today might provide some welcome good news for a town that's been living under a cloud."
Davies then said: "Because of all the bad press that Bridgend has had recently I just think that getting through would be a good bit of news that we need."
However she has now told the Western Mail newspaper that the 'X Factor' producers pressed her to talk about the suicides even though she doesn't know any of the victims personally.
She said: "They thought that up when I said I was from Bridgend. The producers wanted me to talk about it but I didn't want to, just in case I offended someone's family.
"I would much rather be known for the talent than the girl that comes from the suicide town."
ITV has denied putting any pressure on the teenage contestant.
A spokesperson for the broadcaster said: "Alexandra gave a wide-ranging interview about issues which were relevant, important and personal to her, which we accurately reflected in the programme.
"There was absolutely no pressure placed on Alexandra during filming nor did she, or her parents, raise any concerns about her interview."
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