B. J. Thomas is best known for his hit song "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head." Learning how to sing like him requires an understanding of his soft rock and country music style. Let's explore the techniques and tips that can help you sing like B. J. Thomas.

Vocal Range and Influences

B. J. Thomas has a tenor vocal range. His voice is influenced by country music, gospel music, and pop music. To sing like him, you should have a good understanding of his vocal range and be able to mimic the phrasing and tone of his singing style.

Breath Support and Control

To sing like B. J. Thomas, practice breath support and control. Singing exercises such as the Farinelli breathing exercise from Singing Carrots can improve breathing and help you control your vocal chords.

Vibrato

Mastering vibrato is key to replicating Thomas's style. The Vocal Vibrato exercise from Singing Carrots can help train your vocal cords to achieve vibrato.

Song Choice

Choose songs that showcase B. J. Thomas's unique style, such as "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head," "Hooked on a Feeling," and "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry." Visit Singing Carrots' search tool, which lets you find songs that match your vocal range, difficulty level, and genre preference.

Singing Course

If you're just starting out singing, consider taking Singing Carrots' singing course. The course covers singing theory, practical tips, and warm-up and practice exercises.

Additional Resources

• How to analyze your voice
• VO to SVT
• Breath support
• Why to open mouth and throat while singing
• How to learn a song effectively
• Articulation exercises
• Sustain vocal sound exercise
• How posture affects your singing
• How to avoid stage fright
• Tips for performing on stage
• Contemporary vocal techniques: Heavy modal, Twang, Belting

By using these practical tips and Singing Carrots resources, you can learn to sing like B. J. Thomas and develop your own unique voice.