3 Vocal myths that might be messing with your singing

(Especially if you’re mostly figuring it out on your own)

If you love to sing but mostly do it in your car, shower, or when no one’s home—first of all, you’re not alone.

Second, I want to clear up a few super common myths I hear all the time from students (especially the primarily self-taught or shy singers).

Let’s bust a few:

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🎤 Myth #1: You have to sing LOUD to sound good.

Nope!

Belting at the top of your lungs doesn’t make you powerful—it usually just means you’re overworking your voice. Real power comes from technique, not volume. You can sound strong even when singing softly, if your voice is in balance.

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😬 Myth #2: If it hurts, you just need to push through.

Please don’t.

Singing should never hurt. If your throat gets tight or tired, it’s your body saying something’s off. You might need to adjust how you’re breathing or where you’re placing the sound. Pain is not part of the process.

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🎲 Myth #3: You’re either born with “it” or you’re not.

This one’s personal, because I’ve seen so many people go from “I can’t sing” to “Wait, I sound good??”

Singing is a skill. You can absolutely learn it. Being “a natural” might get someone started faster, but long-term progress comes from curiosity, consistency, and the right support.

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Bottom line:

You don’t need to be loud, you shouldn’t feel pain, and you don’t have to be born with magic vocal cords to become a great singer. You just need the right tools and a little patience.

And if you’re not sure where to start or what to work on—let’s talk! I work with beginners, closet singers, and curious vocal explorers of all ages.