40 Best Songs to Sing in an Audition and Win Everyone’s Heart

Music is something that is innately personal. Your song should connect with the audience and the judges, and that would happen if you convey the emotion it stirs in you. We’ve enlisted some good songs to sing for an audition, go through the list, pick one, add enough of your style to make it your own.

DO NOT!

You know that song which the person ahead of you in the audition line seems to hum? Do not be one of those! Songs like “Don’t Rain on My Parade” – Barbra Streisand, “Astonishing” – Little Women, “Still Hurting” – The Last 5 Years, “Alone” – Heart, “Against All Odds” – Phil Collins are great but highly overused.

One of the best things about the age we live in is, there are a lot of opportunities that can give wings to our dreams. But the sad thing is these opportunities can be lost in blink of an eye. We’re talking about shows like The Voice, American Idol, The X Factor, and similar TV reality shows that give budding singers a chance to being heard by nation.

But with the increasing popularity of such shows, the chances of being selected diminish greatly. You need to be the person who stands out, someone who has a fresh and new approach, someone who’s pleasantly different.

Preparation Tips for Singing Auditions

First and foremost, before going for any television audition, do a little research about the show. A little history and knowledge about the format, the panel of judges, the finalists, etc., won’t harm.

Find out the songs sung by previous contestants/winners. Pick some which fit into your range. Will you be able to carry it better than anyone else on the set?

Know your vocal range. Whether you sing country or opera, it’s essential to first, discover it, and then polish it!

Choose songs that comfortably go with your tone and voice range. There must be something unique about your voice; choose a song that highlights your uniqueness.

Make sure you like the song, something that you can hum even in your worst moods. Focus on the favorite part of your song; the part that shows how amazing your voice is.

“Your voice has a thing, but the choice of song was wrong.” Do you wanna be one among those who get to hear such comments? So, the selection of audition song is most important. Pick a genre you like, a song that fits your voice, and projects your personality. If you don’t feel it, you won’t be able to give your 100%, and the judges will detect it immediately!

So, here’s a list of some great songs to sing for an audition, for girls and guys. The list is a blend of everything from soft, slow, to upbeat songs. Choose the ones that blend well with your singing style and voice.

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Last but not the least, you know what you want to be musically, so pick your song, prepare for it, and get out there! We wish you all the luck!