Song List Series - Classic Rock Songs with Vowels in the Chorus
This may seem like an oddly specific sub-genre, but music therapists often work with clients that have speech goals. Songs that have sustained or repeated vowels in the chorus can address breath control, word "shaping," and even self-expression! Plus, in this day and age classic rock is an increasingly popular genre that reaches across generations.
"Who Are You" by The Who
"Jersey Girl" by Bruce Springsteen
"Brown Eyed Girl" by Van Morrison
"Livin' on a Prayer" by Bon Jovi
"D'yer Mak'er" by Led Zeppelin
"Sweet Child of Mine" by Guns n Roses
"Take on Me" by a-ha
"Crocodile Rock" by Elton John
"Don't Worry Be Happy" by Bobby McFerrin
"Immigrant Song" by Led Zeppelin
"Obla Di Obla Da" by The Beatles
"Bad to the Bone" by George Thorogood
"Listen to the Music" by Doobie Brothers
"Bobby McGee" by Janis Joplin
"Judy Blue Eyes" by Crosby, Stills & Nash
Tune in next week for songs with great hooks!