Singing Guide: Sum 41
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Sum 41 is a Canadian punk rock band known for their energetic performances and catchy melodies. While they have never been known for their vocal prowess, lead singer Deryck Whibley has a distinct singing style that is worth emulating.
Here are some tips for learning to sing like Deryck Whibley:
- Focus on your breathing technique. Your singing will be more powerful and sustained if you can master diaphragmatic breathing. Try using Singing Carrots' Farinelli Breathing exercise to improve.
- Whibley's voice has a relatively limited range, but he uses this to his advantage, often incorporating gravelly shouting into his singing. Try Singing Carrots' vocal range test to find out what your vocal range is.
- To get that punk feel, it is important to emulate Whibley's singing style. He often sings with an aggressive edge, but also incorporates emotional, introspective moments into his lyrics. Practice singing along with Sum 41's songs to get the right feeling. This can particularly help you to practice your pitch accuracy and improve singing memory.
Some of Sum 41's most iconic songs include "Fat Lip", "Still Waiting", and "In Too Deep." Each of these songs showcases Whibley's unique vocal style and can be great songs to practice singing to. Try finding a karaoke version and practicing along with it.
By using Singing Carrots resources such as the Farinelli breathing exercise, the vocal range test and Sum 41's iconic songs, you should be well on your way to sounding like a pro. Practice these techniques and keep striving to improve your singing!