The Ultimate Feel-Good Crooner Anthem
"Haven't Met You Yet" is a masterclass in modern pop-jazz vocals. Released on the album Crazy Love in 2009, this song combines the upbeat energy of a pop hit with the phrasing and instrumentation of a big band standard. Unlike many ballads, this track requires high energy, a smile in your voice, and impeccable timing.
To sing this like Michael Bublé, you need to balance a conversational tone in the verses with a full, resonant belt in the chorus. It's not just about hitting the notes; it's about selling the optimism of the lyrics.
AI Coach Tip: Watch Your Timing
Bublé often sings slightly "behind the beat" (a technique called back-phrasing) to create a relaxed, cool vibe. However, don't drag too much, or you'll lose the momentum of the band.
Phase 1: The Wordy Verses
The song opens in C# Major (or Db Major). The verses ("I'm not surprised, not everything lasts...") are fast and conversational. You don't have time for long vowels here.
The Trap: Many singers run out of breath because the lyrics are so dense. Practice the verses slowly, marking exactly where you will take a breath. Keep your consonants crisp, especially the 't's and 'd's, to keep the rhythm driving forward.
Phase 2: The Chorus Hook
The chorus opens up melodically. On the line "And I know I might have to wait," you need to switch from the choppy verse style to smooth legato lines.
- The "Hey!": This shout needs to be energetic but controlled. Don't blow out your vocal cords early in the song.
- Resonance: Aim for a "bright" resonance. Lift your soft palate and smile while singing to achieve that radio-ready pop sheen.
Phase 3: The Key Change (Modulation)
Towards the end, the song modulates up a semitone to D Major. This lifts the energy for the final chorus. This is where you need your diaphragm support the most.
The final sustained notes require a solid chest/mix voice. Avoid flipping into falsetto here unless you are doing a specific ad-lib; the power of the song comes from the full-bodied tone at the finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
The highest belted chest/mix note is a G#4 (Ab4) in the main key, pushing to A4 after the modulation. It sits right in the "break" for many baritones.
The studio recording starts in C# Major (Db Major). If this is too high, you can transpose it down using the Singing Coach AI app.
Bublé uses a lot of "scoops" into notes and has a very warm, lower-mid frequency resonance. Try to keep your larynx neutral (not too high) and focus on smooth transitions between notes.
