Why It Is Important to Sound Like Nobody Else in Music

Ever hear a song and just by hearing the voice, you know what artist it is?  That is probably every artist’s dream. As human beings, it can sometimes be uncomfortable hearing your own recorded voice the first few times. The secret however is to get used to hearing your voice so that you can unlock being able to use your voice as a music instrument. Because the voice is a musical instrument that most of us have just not figured out how to play with. Once you play around with your voice enough, you can finally begin to develop your sound. It can take some time to find your sound or get used to your voice, but being able to know your voice can unlock many opportunities for an artist.

The worst thing someone can tell you as an artist is that you sound like someone else. This is unavoidable in the beginning because all artists are influenced by the music they listen to and their surroundings. As you mature as an artist, however, your priority should be to figure out your sound and how to keep improving on it. The goal is to be different and sound like nobody else. Many established artists often say that they don’t listen to other artist’s music for fear of being influenced by it.

What does it mean to have your sound as an artist? It means that your voice is distinguishable from any other artist. When you listen to Chris Kaiga or Wyre, you instantly know that it is either Chris Kaiga or Wyre by listening to their voice. It is important to note that having your sound does not mean sticking to one genre or style of music but being able to fit your voice into different songs while still being entertaining and unique. As artists find their voice and continue to evolve and grow in the music industry. It becomes less about your voice and more about how you use it strategically, whether that is beat selection or collaborations. The more an artist continues to master their craft, the more they realize that they can sound good, but what are you saying? Is it entertaining? Do people relate? You have to figure out your sound and make sure it is distinguishable from anybody else because the worst compliment as an artist you can get is that you sound like somebody else.

It’s important to sound like nobody else in music because it allows you to stand out in a crowded market, create a distinct identity as an artist, attract a dedicated fan base, and be easily recognizable by listeners who can instantly identify your unique sound, essentially acting as a “musical fingerprint” that sets you apart from other musicians.