You’ve probably heard that comedy is all about delivery.

Well timed punch lines delivered in a certain style of expression are what make comedians stand out and be funny.

The same is true of music.

You hear a singer sing and you can tell how much he/she feels what’s she’s singing.  Is she just trying to hit the right notes or is she trying to convey to the full extent-the feel of the song.   The song “Nothing Compares to You” would not be sung the same by Rebecca Black as it was by Sinéad O’Connor. I would argue she does it better than the man who wrote it, Prince.

Even in hip hop where there’s no singing per say. The way an Emcee throws down a verse is incredibly important.  Think of the attitude that Kanye throws behind his lines.

Delivery is important.

Sinéad’s Version of “Nothing Compares to You”

Prince original (live)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ryg84_jIiTM

Dave Chappelle Bit

Music Consciousness
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