as in ballads
a short musical composition for the human voice often with instrumental accompaniment
a recording artist who arranges his own vocals
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Recent Examples of vocals
In 1977, Vandross introduced Anderson to Rodgers and his writing partner Bernard Edwards, who were forming the then-new group, Chic, with Tony Thompson on drums and Norma Jean Wright on lead vocals.
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Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 23 Dec. 2024
As the string instruments begin to play, the star looks around before launching into the lyrics, showing off her vocals.
—Anna Chan, Billboard, 23 Dec. 2024
Along with the obviously wonderful vocals, there’s so much alchemy with the great instrumental parts by the Funk Brothers, with James Jamerson on bass and Robert White on guitar, contributing these incredible musical licks.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
Chic dissolved shortly after, but Anderson went on to sing backing vocals on many of the songs Rodgers wrote and produced, including ones by Diana Ross, Johnny Mathis, Bryan Adams, and Mick Jagger.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 23 Dec. 2024
The orchestral arrangement buoys her performance, with Bunton’s vocals at the fore.
—Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 22 Dec. 2024
The difference was remarkable—Lisa’s vocals stood out in the mix and delivered exceptional clarity.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
But in 2023 a brand new song Now and Then was compiled from a demo track left behind by Lennon, including vocals by Lennon and guitar by Harrison, so the four appeared together on vinyl one last time, much to fans’ delight.
—Caroline Frost, Deadline, 21 Dec. 2024
Icky Thump, their sixth and final studio album, won best alternative music album and the title track took home the award for best rock performance by a duo or group with vocals at the 50th annual Grammys.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2024
Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 23 Dec. 2024
As the string instruments begin to play, the star looks around before launching into the lyrics, showing off her vocals.
—Anna Chan, Billboard, 23 Dec. 2024
Along with the obviously wonderful vocals, there’s so much alchemy with the great instrumental parts by the Funk Brothers, with James Jamerson on bass and Robert White on guitar, contributing these incredible musical licks.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
Chic dissolved shortly after, but Anderson went on to sing backing vocals on many of the songs Rodgers wrote and produced, including ones by Diana Ross, Johnny Mathis, Bryan Adams, and Mick Jagger.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 23 Dec. 2024
The orchestral arrangement buoys her performance, with Bunton’s vocals at the fore.
—Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 22 Dec. 2024
The difference was remarkable—Lisa’s vocals stood out in the mix and delivered exceptional clarity.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
But in 2023 a brand new song Now and Then was compiled from a demo track left behind by Lennon, including vocals by Lennon and guitar by Harrison, so the four appeared together on vinyl one last time, much to fans’ delight.
—Caroline Frost, Deadline, 21 Dec. 2024
Icky Thump, their sixth and final studio album, won best alternative music album and the title track took home the award for best rock performance by a duo or group with vocals at the 50th annual Grammys.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vocals
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The album’s artwork depicts a cartoon version of the messy-haired singer with an angel and devil on each of his shoulders — demonstrating its division of impassioned feel-good love songs and down-tempo ballads of loss and defeat.Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2025
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But there was other live music on board, from rock ballads in the Explorers’ Lounge to upbeat soul and funk tunes, which had everyone dancing in the Torshavn Bar.Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2024
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Begin by pitching your songs to smaller, independent playlists or by contacting curators directly.Justin Grome, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Getting your songs featured on playlists—whether curated by Spotify editors or created by users—can significantly increase your streams and introduce your music to new listeners.Justin Grome, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Brewer & Shipley found success in the late 1960s and early 1970s for their socially conscious lyrics and commentary on the Vietnam War.Ilana Kaplan, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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Viewers met Samberg as Clementine, who's playing keyboard and crooning his heart out in his apartment to ridiculous lyrics that seem to be about a girl who's — an actual drink?Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Vocals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vocals. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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