Welcome! If you’re a fan of Pink Floyd, then you probably know that their frontman, Roger Waters, was the principal songwriter and creative force behind some of their most celebrated and influential hits. In this article, we'll explore Roger Waters' unique vocal technique, and the practical steps needed to sing like him.

Waters' distinct singing style is characterized by his angsty, emotional delivery, his passionate delivery of lyrics and emphasis on dynamics. Waters' shifted betwen singing with his normal voice and using a variety of other techniques, such as falsetto singing, whispering, shouting and spoken word.

Many of the songs Waters wrote with Pink Floyd, like "Comfortably Numb," "Wish You Were Here," "Another Brick in the Wall," and "Mother" showcase his unique vocal style. To sing like Waters, it's important to start by listening to these songs closely and analyzing his singing techniques while paying attention to the phrasing, inflection, and delivery.

To help develop your voice and your singing technique, Singing Carrots offers a wealth of resources that can be used by aspiring singers. To start, you can take the vocal range test to determine the range of your voice, and then listen to songs by Roger Waters and Pink Floyd to compare and contrast their ranges. You can also train your pitch accuracy using the pitch accuracy test and the pitch visualizer.

In his singing, Waters employs heavy use of dynamics, so one should be able to control their dynamics, to achieve his style. He also uses a variety of vocal registers to great effect, so voice exercises covering registers, breaks, and mixed voice can help in achieving Waters' style. Taking our singing course will give you a solid foundation of vocal theory and tools, allowing for more effective practice and development of your singing style.

Additionally, building breath support, being conscious of posture, working on sustaining notes, and improving articulation can help achieve Waters' style. For these purpose, Singing Carrots offers exercises such as Farinelli Breathing, Sustain Vocal, Good Singing Posture, Finger Bite, Active and Passive Breathing and Resonance in Singing.

If you are interested in experimenting with other contemporary vocal techniques that share similarities with Waters' style, Singing Carrots has many tools for you: Heavy Modal, Twang or Belting. We also offer guidance on overcoming stage fright a common obstacle to effective singing.

By incorporating these techniques and tools into your practice routine, you can work towards mastering Roger Waters' unique vocal style, and become a masterful singer in your own right.