Brandy's voice is SUPER distinctive. It lends itself very well to studio production and engineering techniques such as layering for harmony and something called "ghosting". The natural combination of smokey, husky, bright, slightly hoarse is sick, and what's good about it is that she can still get very decent intensity out of her thin frame. There's something about the edges of her tone that makes her runs sound so clean; like I know I can do runs and hit every note in a given scale for that run, but my runs are not nearly as clear as Brandy's, you can hear each note in the scale when she does them no matter how fast. And Brandy sounds even better live by the way. Right now I've just moved to new house and had planned to buy a car at the end of next month, but I may just postpone my car purchase to fly back to L.A. for Soulquarius all because BOTH Eric Bellinger AND Brandy are gonna be there, along with Badu and several other great acts..
The fluttery vibrato is sooo true. If you hear her hit high notes in a few of her videos and vines (not so much on her songs), you can hear it very starkly.
mizzmini45 it doesn't matter what you think lol Other artists, peers, musicians, fans and etc gave her that title for a reason. Brandy is your favorite singers favorite singer. No one else can have that Title because it's taken.
Just a note -- Brandy naturally sings better, and is comfortable, in a mix voice. Each singer is different, some are really good with their chest like Toni and Tamar Braxton, as well as Beyoncé and some are better in their head voice like Mariah Carey. This kind of attests to why and how Brandy sings the way she does.
This is your most impressive video where you display your knowledge! I love this! Of all the artists you have covered on your channel, I can tell you are most impressed with Brandy.
WHOA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i have never heard someone sing "When u touch me" like u did, u can easily become famous, u have a beautiful look, and voice, u r great
i've been your biggest fan and diligent student for so long... you're voice's been my guide since the very beginning till now... i owe to you for everything i've learned so far... you're a star..
Oh Brandy! She has a lovely voice and on the right song her voice can sound phenomenal. I have a few of her albums. I have noticed her voice has changed over time a little bit. I think she was probably at her best within her first couple of albums but that’s just my opinion. She reminds me of a mix between Mary j bilge ,Kim Burrell and Mary Mary. I really liked her voice during her time on the Cinderella movie with Whitney Houston. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Best, Marvin
I love brandy's voice and i am wondering does she sing some of her high notes in falsetto? its so clear so im not sure and i will visit your website i used to sing years ago in the choir when i was young all the way up till my early twenties, but i am 34yrs and i haven't song in so long lol my singing is not as good as it used to be, i get discourage because i wish i had that nice voice i used to have i need training lol but i would love love love to sing like brandy you think i have a chance
Kah Hove i am glad you brought this up. Erykah is a great at singing with soul in her voice. she seems to be very at ease with her singing abilities and doesn't try to be overly showy in her music, which I appreciate. I am with you on this! :-]
Will you analyze Jessie J's voice? She's influenced heavily by Kim Burrell, Whitney Houston and The Clark Sisters. I particularly love her voice, but would love to hear your take.
You seem knowledgeable but honestly i dont understand when you say she sings from her nasal area. I thought it was from her chest. I love Brandy's vabratto and runs. Is there a way that you can explain further. Im a novice at singing.
Hi Dileesa! I have gotten some really good tips from you! If it is not a hassle could you possibly look at a few of my vids and tell me what you think of my voice and give me something to work on?
She comes across like a secret Brandy hater. I love Brandy. I think her voice is still one of the top three best female r&b singers of the past many, many years (Mariah is in that top three).
vibrato doesn't come from your nasal cavity... vibrato is generated from your vocal box. I don't feel you know what you are talking about. this is all based on what you feel, not on facts of vocal ability....
idk if we watched the same video but she never stated that vibrato comes from the nasal cavities... she was describing the way Brandy produces her "nasally" sound, and all she said regarding vibrato was how free (fluid) Brandy's vibrato was
Her sound *does* sit in her nasal cavity, Brandy's tone is nasally lol. And she said that helped in the agility of her RUNS, not vibrato. Maybe we're interpreting what she said differently, but she definitely didn't say vibrato was produced from the nasal cavity. That's something you made up.
+LosAnggraito Brandy's sound is very throaty... go back and listen. no matter what. vibrato can't be supported by the nose. it's a throaty tool that is used
Brandy's voice is SUPER distinctive. It lends itself very well to studio production and engineering techniques such as layering for harmony and something called "ghosting". The natural combination of smokey, husky, bright, slightly hoarse is sick, and what's good about it is that she can still get very decent intensity out of her thin frame. There's something about the edges of her tone that makes her runs sound so clean; like I know I can do runs and hit every note in a given scale for that run, but my runs are not nearly as clear as Brandy's, you can hear each note in the scale when she does them no matter how fast. And Brandy sounds even better live by the way. Right now I've just moved to new house and had planned to buy a car at the end of next month, but I may just postpone my car purchase to fly back to L.A. for Soulquarius all because BOTH Eric Bellinger AND Brandy are gonna be there, along with Badu and several other great acts..
Wish I could go to that too. But I'm in Europe currently. Hope Brandy comes back soon. Just love her!
I love the way you described this. Not necessarily a singer, but I love hearing how true singers hear music. 🙌🏾
Very detailed analysis by the way👍🏽
The fluttery vibrato is sooo true. If you hear her hit high notes in a few of her videos and vines (not so much on her songs), you can hear it very starkly.
I love Brandy's voice, it's very unique!
Brandy is the VOCAL BIBLE ! ❤️
yesss
mizzmini45 it doesn't matter what you think lol Other artists, peers, musicians, fans and etc gave her that title for a reason. Brandy is your favorite singers favorite singer. No one else can have that Title because it's taken.
Im not gonna waste time arguing this topic again however,I would say she is a main chapter in the bible but not Thee bible in my opinion
Just a note -- Brandy naturally sings better, and is comfortable, in a mix voice. Each singer is different, some are really good with their chest like Toni and Tamar Braxton, as well as Beyoncé and some are better in their head voice like Mariah Carey. This kind of attests to why and how Brandy sings the way she does.
WELL SAID
No one can sing like Brandy! And I do mean no one.... Brandy is a vocal genius
This is your most impressive video where you display your knowledge! I love this! Of all the artists you have covered on your channel, I can tell you are most impressed with Brandy.
Brandy is my favorite artist ever!! i love how you explained it, just wish that it was a little more in depth. great video! you're an awesome singer!
WHOA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i have never heard someone sing "When u touch me" like u did, u can easily become famous, u have a beautiful look, and voice, u r great
brandy's voice at one point got a lot deeper and better imo. And what do u think of monica's voice?
i've been your biggest fan and diligent student for so long... you're voice's been my guide since the very beginning till now... i owe to you for everything i've learned so far...
you're a star..
you're very sweet. thank you so much. I'm glad you enjoy the videos.
youre so knowledge.. its soo amazing! an brandy is MY GURL!
ur skin and lips are soooo beautiful my sister and your voice both spoken and singing is amazing
You are amazing
Oh Brandy! She has a lovely voice and on the right song her voice can sound phenomenal. I have a few of her albums. I have noticed her voice has changed over time a little bit. I think she was probably at her best within her first couple of albums but that’s just my opinion.
She reminds me of a mix between Mary j bilge ,Kim Burrell and Mary Mary. I really liked her voice during her time on the Cinderella movie with Whitney Houston.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Best, Marvin
+Quick Singing Tips I do agree her voice has changed but its only expected that a woman's voice will change between the ages of 18 and 35
I think her voice became stronger over time.
Really love you for what you do.. your beautiful and gifted, thanks for the tips!!!
i love Brandy too!
I love Brandy! sidenote..Can you do a "how to sing like India arie"
I can't believe what I just heard!! Wow that is the sound that I'm looking for
Kierra Sheard?
Very good Vids Dileesa.! you're a really good singer and give very practical advice ^______^!!
Just found your channel . I enjoyed your commentary & personality .
Please do some more videos on Brandy really wanna get the Hazy sound she has
Awww....that means a lot. Thank you so much!
you're very welcome!! I'm so happy to hear that!!! WOW!!
I love brandy's voice and i am wondering does she sing some of her high notes in falsetto? its so clear so im not sure and i will visit your website i used to sing years ago in the choir when i was young all the way up till my early twenties, but i am 34yrs and i haven't song in so long lol my singing is not as good as it used to be, i get discourage because i wish i had that nice voice i used to have i need training lol but i would love love love to sing like brandy you think i have a chance
I actually have her on one of my blog posts......she's awesome!
I would love to see how she stack her runs ... now that’s the true talent
Hi! Love ur videos!!!! thanks soooo much! Can you make on of HOW TO SING LIKE ERYKAH BADU? Thanks!!
Kah Hove i am glad you brought this up. Erykah is a great at singing with soul in her voice. she seems to be very at ease with her singing abilities and doesn't try to be overly showy in her music, which I appreciate. I am with you on this! :-]
always wearing that blue shrt!!IF WE MEAT WERE GOING SHOPPING!
My gosh u never cease to amaze me with ur voice
honey u are beautifyl and you have a very nice voice❤❤
OMG wish i can get you on some of my songs.....
@android2608 Awww....Thanks for that. I'm glad the video helped.
Hey Dileesa i love this video, can you do one of this on Kierra Sheard pls pls pls.
Thank you :)
Your Great!
you could record same style ep cause you understand how to deliver congrats i just wanna hear you sing again lol
Will you analyze Jessie J's voice? She's influenced heavily by Kim Burrell, Whitney Houston and The Clark Sisters. I particularly love her voice, but would love to hear your take.
Wish you were located in Boston
@elementsofpleasure Thank you so much!
I need more videos how to sing like brandy 100 videos
You seem knowledgeable but honestly i dont understand when you say she sings from her nasal area. I thought it was from her chest. I love Brandy's vabratto and runs. Is there a way that you can explain further. Im a novice at singing.
Can you do how to sing like Tevin Campbell.@Dileesa Archer
MY NAME IS BRANDY. . . LOL, i love your voice lady!!! i look up to u! im 13 and i LOVE singing. . . . . .
ttyl i guess
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Sweet Jesus, you can sang!
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i second that...
LOL.. yes, it comes and goes. lol
They're basically the same thing
Hi Dileesa! I have gotten some really good tips from you! If it is not a hassle could you possibly look at a few of my vids and tell me what you think of my voice and give me something to work on?
"the video making mood" lol
please talk more on it choose differ song was great
i want to learn to sing in my mask more.
She comes across like a secret Brandy hater. I love Brandy. I think her voice is still one of the top three best female r&b singers of the past many, many years (Mariah is in that top three).
I wonder If brandy saw this.🤔
:)
It didnt help much, u could used like different songs and gave better examples but thnks anyway
very nice...but people...sing like "you"..not Brandy...
If you want to sing like brandy, just sing through your nose
vibrato doesn't come from your nasal cavity... vibrato is generated from your vocal box. I don't feel you know what you are talking about. this is all based on what you feel, not on facts of vocal ability....
idk if we watched the same video but she never stated that vibrato comes from the nasal cavities... she was describing the way Brandy produces her "nasally" sound, and all she said regarding vibrato was how free (fluid) Brandy's vibrato was
+LosAnggraito she said that her sound sits basically in her nose and that's what help her vibrato. that's false.
Her sound *does* sit in her nasal cavity, Brandy's tone is nasally lol. And she said that helped in the agility of her RUNS, not vibrato. Maybe we're interpreting what she said differently, but she definitely didn't say vibrato was produced from the nasal cavity. That's something you made up.
+LosAnggraito Brandy's sound is very throaty... go back and listen. no matter what. vibrato can't be supported by the nose. it's a throaty tool that is used
+LosAnggraito Thats what I got from her too that Brandy's voice is basically influenced between her vocal box and nose.
Really love you for what you do.. your beautiful and gifted, thanks for the tips!!!