Singing Guide: One Nation Crew
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
One Nation Crew was composed of nine members and was created by Kirk Franklin in 2000. The group released only one self-titled album before disbanding in 2002, but they were able to create a unique sound that blended gospel, R&B, and hip hop.
If you are a singer looking to learn from One Nation Crew, you can start by identifying your vocal range through the Vocal range test on Singing Carrots.
To sing like One Nation Crew, you need to have a strong understanding of gospel music, particularly the contemporary gospel genre they were known for. You can start by learning more about gospel music theory and getting familiarized with the genre by taking the singing course on Singing Carrots.
When it comes to technique, you’ll need to develop your chest voice, as gospel music commonly uses the chest voice as the foundation. To strengthen your chest voice, try doing the chest voice exercise provided by Singing Carrots.
One Nation Crew also had a unique sound that blended gospel, R&B, and hip hop. To sing like them, you may want to learn about contemporary vocal techniques, which you can explore through the Contemporary vocal techniques article on Singing Carrots.
Additionally, you should practice breathing exercises to ensure that you have proper breath control while singing. The Farinelli Breathing exercise and the Soft Palate exercise on Singing Carrots can help you with breath control and resonance.
As you work on technique, it’s important to apply it to a song by One Nation Crew that showcases their sound. “Could’ve Been Me” is a great song to start with, as it showcases the group's signature blend of gospel and R&B.
To find more songs that match your vocal range and genre preference, use the Singing Carrots song search tool and explore the vocal ranges of famous singers.
Remember, singing like One Nation Crew requires dedication, practice, and a deep understanding of gospel music theory and contemporary vocal techniques. With consistent practice and the right resources, however, you can achieve significant progress and develop your own unique vocal style.