Singing Guide: Mark Morrison

Singing Guide: Mark Morrison

Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources

Are you a beginner or advanced singer?

Mark Morrison is a British R&B singer, songwriter, and producer, known for his soulful voice and catchy beats that made waves back in the 90s. His most famous song, "Return of the Mack," produced in 1996, has stood the test of time and still resonates with fans worldwide.

If you want to learn how to sing like Mark Morrison, here are some singing techniques you should keep in mind:

  1. Vocal Range: Morrison has a deep voice with a range in the baritone to tenor vocal range. If you have a similar tone, it's essential to practice breathing techniques for developing control and power in your voice. Our "Breathing Basics" article, Farinelli Breathing, and Sustain Vocal exercise video can help you with breath work.
  2. Articulation: Mark Morrison enunciates his words very clearly, allowing his lyrics to shine. If you want to improve your articulation, check out our articulation article. Also, try the "Finger Bite" articulation exercise from our skill-related videos list.
  3. Vocal Registers: Morrison has a smooth vibrato in his voice, and he smoothly moves from his chest voice to falsetto. Learning how to transition between voice registers is essential when learning how to sing like Mark Morrison. Our voice registers's blog and Chest Voice Explained video explain the basic principles.
  4. Style and Emotion: Mark Morrison's style incorporates soul, R&B, and pop elements, and his vocals are always emotionally charged. You can learn how to connect with the emotions and lyrics of the songs by reading our "Singing with Intuition, Skills, Emotion, and Thinking" article and practicing the "Relaxing Breath" exercise video.
  5. Song Choice: To learn how to sing like Mark Morrison, it's essential to choose songs that suit your vocal range and play to your strengths. You can use our search songs by vocal range tool to find the perfect song for your voice.

With the right techniques, practice, and patience, you can learn how to sing like Mark Morrison and bring your unique flair to his classic hits. Good luck, and enjoy the process!

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