Songs so difficult that they should only be done once

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In summary, this thread is not intended for discussing favorite or best songs, but rather for those songs that are so difficult to sing that most performers should not attempt them. This can be due to technical reasons, such as vocal range, or because the original performance was so iconic that it would be nearly impossible for anyone else to match the same level of emotion and soul. Examples of such songs include "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" by Roberta Flack and "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen. It's important to distinguish between songs that are difficult to sing due to technical reasons and those that have been made famous by a remarkable performance, as attempting to sing the latter can often fall short of expectations.
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Borek said:
Few of my favorites: fzaCOFlcErw, HPHfbZcNl6U, i-7NVnLLeRw and ePNUSmH3dMI.

I'm never going to get comfortable with the Polish language.
 
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I cannot tell if this can done again and again but it does seem to be in that category:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CbAjj80NIM
 
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIFknAdVvNM
 
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Y68m23x4Nc
 
  • #41
Melanie, absolutely! I would have listed it myself ten times over...EXCEPT...there's a girl I know here in Winnipeg who totally pulled it off a couple of years ago in a coffee house. I guess the exception proves the rule in this case.
 
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  • #43
The song "Lovin' you" is one of the most difficult to sing song that I have heard, especially on the last part of the chorus..
 
<h2>What makes a song so difficult that it should only be done once?</h2><p>A song can be considered difficult if it requires a high level of technical skill, has complex rhythms or time signatures, or contains challenging vocal or instrumental parts that are difficult to execute.</p><h2>Why should a song only be performed once if it is difficult?</h2><p>Songs that are extremely difficult to perform can be physically and mentally taxing for musicians. Repeatedly performing a difficult song can lead to burnout and potential injury. Additionally, performing a song only once can add to its mystique and make it more memorable for the audience.</p><h2>Are there any benefits to performing a song only once?</h2><p>Performing a difficult song only once can challenge musicians to push themselves to their limits and can showcase their technical abilities. It can also create a unique and special experience for the audience, as they may never have the opportunity to hear the song performed live again.</p><h2>What are some examples of songs that are considered too difficult to perform more than once?</h2><p>Songs like "Flight of the Bumblebee" by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, "Eruption" by Van Halen, and "Through the Fire and Flames" by DragonForce are often considered extremely difficult and are rarely performed more than once by musicians.</p><h2>Can a song be too difficult for any musician to perform more than once?</h2><p>While some songs may be considered too difficult for the average musician to perform more than once, there are always exceptions. With enough practice and dedication, even the most challenging songs can be mastered and performed multiple times by skilled musicians.</p>

What makes a song so difficult that it should only be done once?

A song can be considered difficult if it requires a high level of technical skill, has complex rhythms or time signatures, or contains challenging vocal or instrumental parts that are difficult to execute.

Why should a song only be performed once if it is difficult?

Songs that are extremely difficult to perform can be physically and mentally taxing for musicians. Repeatedly performing a difficult song can lead to burnout and potential injury. Additionally, performing a song only once can add to its mystique and make it more memorable for the audience.

Are there any benefits to performing a song only once?

Performing a difficult song only once can challenge musicians to push themselves to their limits and can showcase their technical abilities. It can also create a unique and special experience for the audience, as they may never have the opportunity to hear the song performed live again.

What are some examples of songs that are considered too difficult to perform more than once?

Songs like "Flight of the Bumblebee" by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, "Eruption" by Van Halen, and "Through the Fire and Flames" by DragonForce are often considered extremely difficult and are rarely performed more than once by musicians.

Can a song be too difficult for any musician to perform more than once?

While some songs may be considered too difficult for the average musician to perform more than once, there are always exceptions. With enough practice and dedication, even the most challenging songs can be mastered and performed multiple times by skilled musicians.

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