American Songwriter may earn a commission when you purchase through our links. Some people are born knowing how to sing. Others learn in school or church. Others still go their whole lives wishing ...

There are a few common misconceptions about learning to sing that I'd like to do my part to clear up. The main one is that the ability to sing is something you're born with—not (necessarily) true.

After you’ve gained a better understanding of the mechanics and language around singing, you’ll be able to assess your own strengths and weaknesses. This will allow you to figure out where you can or ...

Can anybody become a singer? It’s a question that’s been debated by many, probably since the first time someone tried to carry a tune. Weighing the value of learned skill versus innate ability is ...

This story was originally published on May 18, 2022, and has been updated to include a rerun of our episode on this topic. "I'm tone-deaf." "I'm not really a singer." "Oh, I don't sound like them; ...