If you want to learn how to sing like Leela James, there are a few things to keep in mind.

First of all, Leela has a very unique and distinctive voice that is often described as soulful, gritty, and powerful. In this article, we will discuss how to develop your own voice while incorporating elements of Leela's style.

Breathing:

One of the key elements of Leela's singing style is her strong breath support that allows her to hold long notes and project her voice. If you are just starting out, you can try some basic breathing exercises like the Farinelli Breathing. This exercise will help you learn to take full, deep breaths and support your voice. For a more in-depth guide, Singing Carrots' article on Breath Support is a great resource.

Vocal Technique:

To sound like Leela James, you need to work on developing your vocal technique. Some recommended articles include "Voice Registers & Vocal Break," "Chest Voice Explained" and"Contemporary Vocal Techniques: Heavy Modal, Twang, Belting," which will help you learn the basics of vocal registers.

Leela James has a very strong chest voice, which is a key element of her singing style. She often uses a combination of chest voice and belting to add power and emotion to her singing. Some of her best songs to listen to for inspiration include "Fall For You" and "Say That" which perfectly showcase her powerful chest voice.

Pitch Accuracy and Range:

Leela James has a very wide vocal range, from low-set alto to a very high-set belting range. If you haven't already, you should start by taking the Vocal Range Test to determine your own vocal range.

Once you've figured out what your range is, you can start practicing pitch accuracy exercises and specific songs to expand it. The Pitch Accuracy Test is a great way to determine your accuracy and pinpoint where you need to improve. Singing Carrots also offers a great resource to improve your pitching skills through Pitch Training - Educational Singing Game.

Song Choice and Interpretation:

Leela James is known for her soulful interpretations of classic R&B and blues songs. To develop your own style and interpretation approach, try starting by practicing on her classics songs. You might try "Fall For You," "All Over Again" and "Change Is Gonna Come".

In addition to technique exercises, one of the best ways to improve your own singing is to practice regularly, tracking your progress and using Singing Carrots' progress statistics feature. With enough practice and dedication, you can incorporate elements of Leela's unique vocal style into your own singing while staying true to your own voice.