Anticipation
Anticipation
Carly Simon
A melodic pop favorite built around an immediately recognizable hook and a chorus that lands quickly.
Karaoke fit
- Best voice
- Female Mid
- Best setting
- Family party or mixed ages
- Performance
- Solo or group
- Availability
- Very easy to find
Performance tip
Mark the first word of each verse before singing; clean entrances will matter more than adding extra runs.
Should you sing it?
This works well as a women's pick in a women-focused recommendation list or a singer looking for a proven lead-vocal showcase. Expect mostly manageable phrasing with a few exposed lines, while the hook arrives quickly and carries the performance.
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Featured image: Carly Simon / Rock & Roll Hall of Fame · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons