WHY YOUR VOICE CRACKS WHEN SINGING

Singing voice cracking is one the problems that most singers try to avoid. A healthy and perfect voice is the main concern for any singer. 

For a singer to have a voice that is good, it is not all about how wonderful the voice is, the voice has to be healthy and maintaining it well is essential, which makes it lovely if one is listening to the singer speak and mostly when singing. 

The value of a good voice is priceless and it is not easy to replace or repair if it is damaged. Therefore, you need to take great care of your voice.

How to Avoid Getting Cracks in Your Voice When Singing.

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1.USE YOUR DIAPHRAGM

Many experience voice crack because they’re singing from their throat instead of their diaphragm. Use your larger abdominal muscles when you sing and don’t rely on the smaller ones in your throat. 

This will allow you to have more support while you sing and transition more freely between registers.

Train yourself to do this by practicing low breathing. To do this properly, expand your belly like a balloon when you take deep breaths.

2. DRINK A LOT OF WATER

When you drink water, your vocal cords are lubricated at a cellular level. This lubrication alleviates the stress to your vocal cords caused by heat and friction. Make sure you drink the recommended 6-8 8oz glasses a day.

And that is why you see that some of your favorite singers can go to a musical concert throughout the week without experiencing a voice creak because they always go with bottled water.

Before you go on stage to sing it is expected that you drink water and once you are done you also drink water just to keep your voice healthy.

Make sure to drink lukewarm water while singing; anything too cold or too hot can negatively affect your voice.

3. EAT HYDRATING SNACKS

You can also hydrate yourself and lubricate your vocal cords by eating foods that contain a lot of water. Eat a good amount of apples, pears, watermelon, peaches, melons, grapes, plums, bell peppers and applesauce.

4. AVOID CONSUMING ALCOHOL, CAFFEINE, EXCESSIVE SUGAR, OR ACIDITY

 Many foods and drinks have negative impacts on your voice, including milk, juice, coffee, ice cream, and candy. Avoid these foods and drinks particularly on training and performing days.

I hope you find this guide useful and motivating. Start and expand your singing adventure today!

 Credit: Kvocals voice coach