To ask whether you can sing?

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I can sing, but I don't, because I'm shy.
I sang once in public in a pub and apparently everyone was talking about me the next day (I was really proud to hear that). That gives me every sort of stage fright and fear of performance failure that you might imagine, so I haven't sung since.
I sound a bit like this woman when I sing...

So I can 'carry a tune' but I'm never going to set the world on fire!

My dd can sing, but not x-factor level, she's just good at carrying a tune 'I can get by' as she says herself.

Less about me.

I'd love to hear from any singers - I think it's a beautiful talent that you either have or haven't. Anyone who's a shower singer care to share?

I think sometimes, I might sound a little bit like this little girl

From the comments underneath: "Filmed in 1996, we think, at our village church nativity. My sister Ellie was told by Mum to 'sing up so Mummy can hear you at the back'. I hope this makes you laugh as much as it has for my family over the years."

Yes, always done loads of singing (and got grade 8 singing). I sing every day actually. Been in loads of choirs. Like singing stuff like Bach,Handel etc. I have absolute/perfect pitch which is not necessaril an indication of being musical - it isj ust a genetic thing which means you hear a key so that say E major sounds entirely different from E flat major and you can name notes eg on the piano without hearing any other note. It makes sight singing really easy but transposing music down from the key on the sheet music in front of you very difficult.

I can sing. Its bad enough to make your ears bleed but telling me that just makes me sing louder. And our bathroom has amazing acoustics. Good job our neighbours are old and somewhat deaf!

I can't sing well despite having a good ear for music and can tell if something is in tune. But somehow it doesnt come out right when I sing. My dd is a really good singer and has a lovely voice, not a huge range but a really good tone that is nice to listen to.

No, but wished I could.

I can, and love to belt out a good tune while I'm cooking, but it took me a long time to get the voice I have now, my pitch and tone used to be all over the place, so I agree with a PP, anyone can learn to sing if you can listen to the music.

I am physically capable of signing, but it is pretty much a crime against humanity.

I like listening to people sing, my ex has a nice singing voice.

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Singing is a hugely important part of my life. I find it essential to my own wellbeing. I also get to sing with a good few people that initially tell me they "can't sing" but then gain confidence and enjoy it. It's not necessarily about who can make the most beautiful noise. It is about, joy, self e

I’m not tone deaf, in that I can hear musical notes and differences fine...

Except in my own voice.

So I sing and it sounds good to me, but if it’s over a mic or recorded I’m completely out of tune, and anyone that’s heard me sing agrees that I can’t sing.

But in my head, I’m good, rofl

Oops - hadn't meant to post that, was still thinking about what I wanted to say! I truly believe that singing is for everyone, whether they think they can sing or not. It is a chance to express yourself, to let out your voice, to improve your breathing, to explore different emotions, to have fun. Singing in groups allows companionship, fun, laughter, creating something together. I am a big fan of singing.

I’m a semi-pro classical soprano (i.e. I get paid singing gigs as a solo singer, but it’s not my day job!)
I have sung all my life, since I was 5 years old singing hymns at school - I’ve always loved it and singing and music has been a huge part of my life.

I’ve sung in many choirs - and some of the most prestigious choirs in the UK - and my choirs are the thing I’ve held on to when other changes (like having DC) have been going on in my life. Singing is therapy, keeps my mental health strong and is also great for you physically.

Singing is not just about getting up in front of people as a solo singer - OP, if you believe you have a voice - and everyone who thinks they enjoy singing - go and join a choir (classical, rock, whatever suits you) - and learn the joy of singing in a group and how to make a strong harmonious sound.
You will build your confidence from there. But enjoying it is the main thing.

I can't do much, but a can sing (classical, but not pop/rock, that's another skill!) - Grade 8 distinction in Voice, the Advanced Certificate in voice, did professional kids parts as a child at London opera houses, but didn't want to pursue a career in it, as I couldn't take trying for something with such a low chance of managing a sustainable career. Very happy now singing as a high level amateur- I'm in a really good choir that gives me the opportunity to sing big solos in music by Mozart, Handel, Vivaldi etc, that gets a lot of appreciation from audiences.

No, I like to think I can though

I can hold a tune - as long as that tune is in a very limited and low range with no high notes. Think Alison Moyet.

I sound brilliant in the car, until I turn the sound down.

I can sing ok but not amazing.

Exh was utterly tone deaf in a way that it's hard to believe anyone actually is.

Dd is not a great singer bless her but she really wants to sing. Practice doesn't seem to help. Ds appears to be quite a good singer.

According to DH who is very musical, and suffers from an abnormal level of honesty (his honesty can be very hurtful), I can sing. However, I am shy and haven’t sung in a choir or rehearsal since my teens. The thought of an audition for even an amateur set up freaks me out. I am a contralto - not very useful if I don’t sing except in the bath!

Yeah! The baby is starting nursery 1 day a week and I think I might have singing lessons again on that day 😃 I have grade 8 and a diploma and the biggest audience I’ve sung in front of is 4 billion on tv 😂 I was part of a choir though. I think singing is definitely a talent rather than a skill - everyone can have lessons and get a bit better but some voice boxes and ears just aren’t going to work the same as others.

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Might be slightly outing, but Sean Keane sang at my brother's wedding, as his wife (my now SIL) is friendly with them as they're from the same part of Galway!

The Irish have a way of putting emotion into songs I think. There's also something almost raw about how we sing. Like uncut diamonds.

I can sing. I love to sing. My voice isn’t overly powerful but it has a nice tone to it.
I can also rap

Yes, I can sing. It's always been one thing that makes me happy.
I've been told that I sing well.
But....i can't sing in front of others. Except my dd and partner. Others have heard me whilst passing by.
My dd can sing. She sang Halo on holiday in Turkey and got a standing applause and I had leaky eyes.

I can sing fairly well and currently sing with a well known London choir. Am nowhere near professional standard though - wish I was.

You don’t have to be an exceptional singer to sing in a choir. Join one, you will love it and it will make you happy.

@billybagpuss I think I am that rarity. I am absolutely tone deaf. I had a fantastic music teacher as a child who patiently spent lunch hours helping trying to get me to sing. I just can't. I don't get it at all. It's such a waste because I was meant to belt out carols at Christmas. I was once carolling in a group and was told to move my lips and smile. One of life's cruel tricks. I am terribly self conscious about it