We all have good and bad voice days, and we all beat ourselves up from time to time. The following list is not exhaustive, but represents some cross-genre vocal fails that show how we ALL have to accept some vocal fails from time to time. It’s an organic instrument, and things don’t always go to plan.
Classical: Pavarotti
Here’s one to kick off. Now, while it’s not a huge fail vocal by most standards, by operatic standards, it was a dramatic letdown to say the least.
Rock: Chris Cornell
Chris Cornell’s recorded vocals set the standard for rock vocals, but live, he could be somewhat ropey. Here’s a quick clip. If you know the song, you’ll know what I’m talking about.
Musical Theatre: Idina Menzel
This isn’t good. Wait for the horrendous missed note on the final line.
Pop: Katy Perry
Check the Youtube comments!
This list is not exhaustive, and not meant to be a slagging off of the performers, just to share that we are all human and subject to the odd vocal fail. I hope you have at least gasped, then cracked a smile in response to some of these, if so, I’ve done my job!
Oh and here’s one more that is truly epic: