- Goldilocks Playroom
- Jun 7
- 3 min read
Self-Taught Singers: Why Voice Training Could Be the Game-Changer You Need
“Do I really need voice training?”
If you’re a self-taught singer or rapper, chances are you’ve asked yourself this at least once.
You might think, “If I keep singing, I’ll just get better naturally,” or “Why pay for lessons when I can learn from YouTube?” That’s a fair question — and one that many aspiring vocalists ask.
But here’s the truth:There’s a limit to how far self-study can take you. At some point, to truly grow, you need an outside perspective. One that can help you break bad habits, understand your voice, and use your body more efficiently.
Let’s break down why voice training matters, especially if you’re serious about your music.
Why Should You Take Voice Training?
Even with passion and natural talent, most singers eventually hit a wall. That’s because real vocal control comes from technique — and technique needs to be taught, not guessed.
Here are three key reasons self-taught singers benefit hugely from structured voice training:
1. You Might Have Vocal Habits You Don’t Even Know About
Ever listened to a recording of yourself and thought, “Wait… is that really how I sound?”
It’s common. When we sing alone, we rely on how it feels, not how it actually sounds. Without realizing it, we might be:
Using a forced tone
Singing from the throat instead of the body
Carrying tension in the jaw or shoulders
A trained vocal coach can spot these habits instantly and help you sing with more ease, control, and freedom.
2. Self-Teaching Often Leads to Plateaus
You might start strong and see some progress, but then suddenly feel stuck.
Struggling with high notes
Pitch drifting off
Losing your voice or breath mid-song
These aren’t random — they have specific causes that a professional can identify and fix. Voice training helps you take the shortcut through that plateau and build real confidence in your voice.
3. You Can’t Learn Body Mechanics From Just Watching Videos
Singing is full-body work — breath support, posture, even facial relaxation all plays a role.
You might watch a tutorial and think, “I got it,” only to find it’s impossible to replicate. That’s where having a coach makes a huge difference. You’ll get:
Immediate feedback
Corrections based on what your body is doing
Real-time guidance on how to connect breath and voice seamlessly
What Happens When You Train Your Voice?
Here are just a couple of the real-world results voice training brings:
✅ Consistent, Reliable Performance
Ever had a good singing day... followed by a frustrating one the next?Voice training teaches your body the right way to produce sound, so your performance becomes stable and repeatable — whether you're in a lesson, studio, or on stage.
✅ Pitch Accuracy
Think you're on pitch, but people say otherwise?That’s often a mix of how you hear pitch and how you produce sound.Voice training improves both — helping you sing more accurately, so you don’t need to rely heavily on autotune or editing.
So, Is Voice Training Really Worth It?
Absolutely — especially if you want to:
Sing the way you truly feel inside
Break out of your current level and grow faster
Express yourself clearly and powerfully in your music
It’s not just about technique — it’s about helping you unlock the full potential of your voice.
Try It for Yourself at Goldilocks Playroom Studio
At Goldilocks Playroom in Takadanobaba, Shinjuku, we offer trial voice lessons, vocal practice support, and full-scale music production services — all in a friendly, professional environment.
Whether you are looking for music individual practicing space, recording, mixing & mastering, and music production services, we have all to support your growth as an artist.
Contact us today via LINE, email, or phone to book your trial or studio session.Let’s bring your voice and your music to life. You can check our instructor profiles on the bottom of this page.
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