Learning to Sing “Girlfriend” by Charlie Puth
The upbeat pop track “Girlfriend” by Charlie Puth showcases the singer’s signature falsetto technique—a singing mode that involves using your voice in an octave higher pitch than your normal range. You might also recognize this technique in other popular songs like Maroon 5’s “Sugar” and Justin Timberlake’s “SexyBack”. Here’s how you can learn to sing this song effectively.
Understand Your Voice
First, take a vocal range test to understand your limitations and strengths. Follow it up by checking out this article on voice types.
Apply Proper Singing Techniques
“Girlfriend” demands careful control in the transition from chest voice to falsetto. Learn about voice registers and practice controlling your transitions. You should also concentrate on your breath support—start by practicing the Farinelli Breathing Exercise.
Train Your Pitch
Aiming for a flawless pitch is critical, use our pitch accuracy test and pitch training tool for this.
Learn song’s Melodies and Rhythms
Use our Vocal Pitch Monitor to get the melodies and rhythms right. Analyze the articulation used in the song, and practice it with Finger Bite Exercise.
Focus on Vocal Health
While practicing falsetto, vocal health is really important to prevent any vocal cord damage. Get acquainted with vocal health tips.
Perform in Your Authentic Voice
Replicating the exact tonality of the original song may not suit your unique voice. So, understand the importance of finding your own authentic voice.
Also, watch this Stage Tips Video for help with performance.
Good luck, and happy singing!