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1. Standard Backing Vocals
- Standard Backing Vocals. Whenever I want to bring out a particular line in one of my songs, I like to use this type of backing vocals. ...
- Harmonic Backing Vocals. Ever wonder why the chorus is called a chorus? ...
- Free Backing Vocals.
What are backup vocals called?
You can hear backup singers, also called backing vocalists, background singers, or harmony vocalists, in almost every genre of music. While they're singing, they may simultaneously be playing an instrument, dancing, or harmonizing with the lead singer.
What do backing vocals do in a song?
The backing vocalist provides background harmonies and vocals that complement the melody lines performed by a lead singer. On the other hand, a harmony singer vocally reproduces what they hear to create a harmony vocal line that adds a touch of classiness to songs.
What songs have backing vocals?
Incredible backing vocal performances
- Merry Clayton in Gimme Shelter by The Rolling Stones.
- Clare Torry in Great Gig in the Sky by Pink Floyd.
- Mick Jagger in You're So Vain by Carly Simon. ...
- Elizabeth Fraser in Primitive Painters by Felt.
- Harry Nilsson on You're Sixteen by Ringo Starr.
