Singing Guide: Jeffrey Osborne
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Jeffrey Osborne is a celebrated American R&B, soul, funk, singer-songwriter. He was the lead vocalist of the band LTD in the 1970s, which is known for hit songs like "Love Ballad" and "Holding On (When Love Is Gone)." In the 1980s, Osborne embarked on a solo career that proved to be equally successful, with hits like "On the Wings of Love," "Stay With Me Tonight," and "You Should Be Mine (The Woo Woo Song)."
Jeffrey's unique vocal technique includes his smooth, honeyed baritone which showcases expert phrasing and fluid vocal runs. The expert handling of his vocal breaks and the incredible control of his vibrato sets him apart from other singers.
To learn to sing like Jeffrey Osborne, you should start by analyzing your own voice, and take the free Singing Carrots Vocal Range Test. You'll need to work on your vocal dexterity and control. Some of the essential skills to learn are breath support and proper diaphragmatic breathing. Jeffrey has hints of falsetto in his melismatic pacing, making voice registers and vocal breaks also crucial. These are extensively described in Singing Carrots Articles about Voice Registers & Vocal Break, Breath Support, Resonance in Singing, and Singing with Vibrato.
It's also crucial to listen to Jeffrey Osborne's music to learn what makes his style so unique. His hits like "On the Wings of Love" and "You Should Be Mine" showcases his skillful phrasing, and fluidity in vocal runs.
Practice a wide variety of vocal techniques to improve your singing, including Twang, Growling, Vibrato, Articulation, and Practice Starters. These exercises and more are all available to you in the Singing Carrots' Skill-Related Videos.
Moreover, to learn a song more effectively, check out the how-to article on our platform, How to Learn a Song Effectively. You should also learn about the voice types that match your own unique voice, breathing techniques, and how to avoid constriction while singing.
Finally, don't overlook the importance of your posture, and know how it affects your singing. Learn how to overcome stage fright and how to perform like a pro. All these useful information are available in Singing Carrots' Articles.
By using Jeffrey Osborne's unique vocal technique as inspiration and incorporating practical tips and other Singing Carrots resources, you can enhance your singing in a meaningful way.