Learning How to Sing Like Switch

Switch was a hugely successful R&B group in the early 80s. Known for their smooth harmonies and soulful ballads, Switch was composed of Phillip Ingram, Bobby DeBarge, Eddie Fluellen, Jody Sims, and Gregory Williams.

If you want to learn to sing like Switch, you should start by studying their unique vocal technique. Switch was known for their signature harmonies, which they achieved through a combination of tight vocal control, perfect pitch, and soulful expressiveness.

To start, try Singing Carrots' vocal range test and pitch accuracy test. These will help determine what your own range may be and find the best key for you to sing in.

The next step is to work on your breathing technique. Good breath control is essential for singing well, especially when attempting to hit Switch's intricate harmonies. Helpful content from Singing Carrots includes articles on breathing basics, breath support, and active & passive breathing.

Once you've mastered the basics, try working on your vocal registers and vocal break using Singing Carrots' resources. Switch often used smooth falsetto in their music, along with speaking-singing, and vibrato techniques. There are great resources available to learn the different vocal registers and break, as well as how to apply these in your singing.

Another crucial element of Switch's unique sound is their use of dynamics, particularly through the use of open-mouthed singing. This form is known to improve clarity and protect against straining your voice. Singing Carrots' resources on open mouth & throat have very useful tips on learning how to sing with your mouth open, helping to achieve the open-throated vocal quality that Switch mastered.

Experiment with different articulations as well-- from consonants and vowels to how you pronounce the word. Understanding how articulating words can affect the song can give you more control when you're singing. Singing Carrots' articles on articulation are great resources to expand on that.

Finally, consider taking Singing Carrots' course on singing fundamentals. It goes over singing theory, vocal technique, and practical tips for making the most of your voice.

After mastering vocal techniques and basics, it's time to practice singing Switch's songs themselves. Some of Switch's biggest hits that showcase their unique harmonies and soulful ballads include "There'll Never Be," "I Call Your Name," and "Love Over & Over Again."

With enough practice and dedication, you can learn to sing like Switch. Singing Carrots' resources on techniques, courses, and tools will help you achieve your goals.