Singing Guide: Sam Smith & Normani
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Learn to Sing Like Sam Smith and Normani
Sam Smith and Normani are both acclaimed singers who are known for their emotive vocal performances and unique style.
Vocal Technique
One of Sam Smith's unique vocal techniques is their ability to use falsetto to emphasize the emotion in their songs. Normani also uses falsetto, but she is known for her distinct vocal runs, which add a unique flair to her performances.
In order to learn how to sing like Sam Smith or Normani, it is important to practice your falsetto and vocal runs. You can develop your falsetto by doing exercises like those found in Singing Carrots' Pitch Training section. To develop your vocal runs, you can try exercises like the ones found in Singing Carrots' video on how to do vocal runs and riffs.
Songs
To showcase Sam Smith's unique vocal style, you may want to learn his hit song, "Stay With Me." This song features Sam's strong emotional performance and use of falsetto to emphasize the lyrics. You can find the sheet music and lyrics to "Stay With Me" in Singing Carrots' Songbook.
For Normani, a great song to showcase her vocal runs is "Motivation." This hit song features intricate vocal runs and is a great challenge for any singer. You can find the sheet music and lyrics to "Motivation" in Singing Carrots' Songbook.
Practical Advice
When practicing to sing like Sam Smith or Normani, it is important to stay true to your own vocal style. You should use their unique techniques as inspiration but don't lose sight of your own individual style. Focus on developing the skills required to sing like them but make sure that you are still expressing yourself through your own voice.
It is also important to take care of your voice when practicing. Singing Carrots' vocal health article offers great tips for preventing damage to your voice and maintaining good vocal health.
With hard work, dedication, and practice, you can learn to sing like Sam Smith or Normani. Use Singing Carrots' resources to develop your falsetto, vocal runs, and other techniques, and be sure to take care of your voice along the way.