Singing Guide: Boy Meets Girl
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Are you a fan of love songs from the '80s? Then you must have come across the music of Boy Meets Girl. The duo of George Merrill and Shannon Rubicam became a sensation in the 80s for their sweet melodies and touching lyrics about love and relationships.
It's time to dive in and explore some of the signature features of Boy Meets Girl's singing style and songs. Here are some of their best songs to listen to if you want to learn about their vocal techniques:
- Waiting For A Star To Fall: This is Boy Meets Girl's biggest hit and most recognizable track. The song showcases the duo's beautiful harmonies, and the steady crescendo of the chorus is simply unforgettable.
- Someone's Got To Send Out Love: This song is a great example of George Merrill's excellent tenor range and how it complements Rubicam's lower register. The song also presents some complex harmonies that will challenge you as a singer.
- Stay Forever: This is another classic example of Boy Meets Girl's blend of high and low voices. The song showcases Merrill's impressive falsetto and Rubicam's powerful delivery that comes in just the right moments.
Now that we've established some of the signature musical elements of Boy Meets Girl's music, let's look at some specific techniques that you can learn to develop your singing skills.
- Breathing: One key element of Boy Meets Girl's music is their smooth breathing. To sing like them, you need to ensure that your breathing is consistent and continuous. Here's a blog post on Singing Carrots that you can read to understand how to breathe like a pro.
- Vocal Range: George Merrill's tenor range is impressive, and Rubicam's lower register complements it perfectly. Experiment with your own range while singing along with their songs. You can also use this vocal range test to determine and hone your own vocal range.
- Harmony and Vocal Blending: Boy Meets Girl's signature is their beautiful harmonies. Listen to their music closely and try to replicate their harmonies when you sing along. Learn to blend your voice with another singer's as effectively as they do.
- Articulation: Lastly, pay attention to how they articulate their words in their songs. This post on articulation on Singing Carrots will help you learn some tips to improve your own diction.
Singing Carrots offers several tools that can help you learn how to sing like Boy Meets Girl:
- Pitch Accuracy Test: Test your pitch accuracy and develop an ear for harmonies like Boy Meets Girl.
- Pitch Training: This interactive educational game offers a fun way to practice your vocal range, harmonizing, and pitch accuracy.
- Vocal Pitch Monitor: Get real-time feedback on your pitch accuracy and see the notes you're singing on a virtual keyboard.
- Artists Database: Explore the vocal ranges of more than 5000 famous singers, including Boy Meets Girl.
- Singing Course: Our comprehensive singing course covers singing theory and practical tips to help you improve your singing.
Boy Meets Girl's music is timeless, and singing their songs is a great way to improve your own vocal technique. We hope this article has provided you with some practical tips and Singing Carrots resources to help you get started. Remember, consistency and practice are key to mastering any skill, so keep singing and exploring your range!