Singing Guide: David Guetta feat. Usher

Singing Guide: David Guetta feat. Usher

Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources

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How to sing like David Guetta feat. Usher

David Guetta and Usher have collaborated on some of the most popular songs in recent history. Usher's smooth, soulful voice paired with Guetta's electronic beats result in unforgettable hits like "Without You" and "Sexy Chick." If you want to learn to sing like this popular duo, here are some tips to get you started.

Analyze Your Voice

The first step in singing like David Guetta and Usher is to analyze your own voice. Singers come in many voice types, each with unique qualities and challenges. Check out Singing Carrots’ How to analyze your voice article to learn how to determine your voice type and how to work with it to best achieve your goals.

Breathing Basics

The foundation of singing is proper breathing. Before you can sing like David Guetta or Usher, you need to know how to breathe properly. Understanding breathing basics, such as active and passive breathing, will give your voice the support it needs to hit the right pitch and keep your voice from becoming fatigued.

Voice Registers & Vocal Break

Different types of music require different voice registers, such as the chest voice or head voice. Understanding voice registers and vocal break will help you seamlessly transition between registers and avoid any vocal strain.

Breath Support

Good breath support will take you far in mimicking the sound of David Guetta and Usher. Check out Singing Carrots’ Breath support article to learn how breathing properly supports good singing.

Open Mouth & Throat

David Guetta and Usher both have a distinct style known for their clear, open sound. Learn how to open your mouth and throat while singing to achieve a similar sound.

Practice Makes Perfect

The key to singing like David Guetta and Usher is practice. Singing Carrots’ Pitch Training module offers interactive exercises to increase your range and pitch accuracy. And don't forget to use Song search to find songs that showcase your new skills.

Usher's Vocal Technique

Usher's voice is known for its versatility, but he is particularly skilled in using vocal runs and riffs. To learn how to sing like Usher, try adding some vocal runs to your practice routine. Singing Carrots’ Contemporary vocal techniques: Heavy modal, Twang, Belting article explains vocal runs and how to practice them.

Songs to Practice

Here are some David Guetta and Usher songs you can use to practice your new skills:

  • "Without You"
  • "Sexy Chick"
  • "Where is the Love?"
  • "OMG"
  • "DJ Got Us Falling in Love"

Now that you have the tools and techniques you need, start practicing and singing like David Guetta and Usher!

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