Singing Guide: Iggy Pop
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Iggy Pop is a true rock-and-roll icon, known for his unique and wild performances. His singing style is intense, emotional and raw, and he often employs a gritty, raspy tone, which is not without its challenges.
If you want to sing like Iggy Pop, there are some things you can do, and some resources you can use, to help you get there.
Firstly, it's important to work on your breathing. As we mentioned in this Singing Carrots blog post, breath support is crucial for strong, healthy singing. This is especially important when trying to achieve the kind of power and energy that Iggy Pop is known for.
Another key aspect of Iggy's singing is his use of the vocal break - that "crack" in his voice that he often employs to create a sense of heightened emotion and intensity. To explore this technique further, check out this Singing Carrots article on vocal registers and the vocal break.
In terms of specific songs that showcase Iggy Pop's singing, "The Passenger" is one of his most iconic, and is a great example of his use of the vocal break. "Search and Destroy" is another classic Iggy track, which demonstrates his use of intense energy and emotion in his singing. This Singing Carrots song search can help you find more songs that match your vocal range and interest you.
To help you along on your journey to sing like Iggy Pop, Singing Carrots also offers some great resources. Our vocal range test can give you an idea of where your voice sits compared to some of your favorite singers, while our pitch accuracy test can help you work on staying in tune. Our vocal pitch monitor can also help you see and understand the notes you're singing, which can be really helpful when working on vowel sounds and developing your tone. Finally, our singing course is a comprehensive program covering everything from breath control to vocal warm-ups and more.
With practice, patience, and dedication, you can develop the skills and techniques to sing like Iggy Pop - or at least capture some of the wild energy that makes him such a beloved and unique performer.