The Ultimate Baritone Anthem
George Ezra's Paradise is a high-energy folk-rock track from his second album, Staying at Tamara's. Unlike many pop songs that live in the tenor stratosphere, this song sits comfortably in the low-to-mid range, making it perfect for Baritones and Basses who want to show off their resonance and rhythmic agility.
The main challenge of this song isn't hitting high notes—it's diction, breath control, and maintaining a solid tone in the lower register while keeping up with the driving tempo. Let's break down how to nail it.
AI Coach Tip: Forward Placement
When singing the low verses ("My love, my love..."), focus the sound vibration behind your front teeth or on your lips. If you swallow the sound into the back of your throat, you will lose volume and clarity against the upbeat backing track.
Phase 1: The Verses (Rhythmic Diction)
The song starts with a fast-paced narrative: "My love, my love, my love, my love..." sung over a driving beat. The key here is crisp consonants.
The Trap: It's easy to slur words together when the lyrics move this fast. Practice the line "I know you've heard it all before" slowly to ensure every T and D is audible. Keep your jaw relaxed; if you tense up, you'll fall behind the beat.
Phase 2: The Pre-Chorus Build
The section "Roll on, roll on, ride on, ride on" is the emotional ramp-up. You are building tension here. Start at a moderate volume and increase intensity with each repetition.
- Breath Control: Take a deep, low breath before this section starts. You need sustained airflow to drive the repeated phrases without gasping.
- Pitch: Be careful not to go flat on the "Ride on" section as you push for more volume.
Phase 3: The Chorus ("If it feels like Paradise...")
This is the release. The melody lifts slightly, but stays well within a chest-voice belt range (up to E4). The vowel sounds are open ("Running," "Paradise"), which invites a louder, more cheering tone.
To get that George Ezra sound, drop your jaw vertically. This creates more space in the vocal tract, adding warmth and depth to your tone without needing to force the sound from your throat.
Frequently Asked Questions
The highest chest-voice note in the main melody is an E4. It's a very accessible high note for most male voices, sitting right in the middle of the chest register.
Yes, absolutely. However, Tenors might find the low verses (down to E2) quiet or "breathy." You can transpose the track up +2 or +3 semitones in the Singing Coach AI app to make the low notes shine.
Don't push your chin down to sing low; this constricts the larynx. Instead, keep your head level and think of the sound vibrating in your chest (chest resonance). Relaxing the throat is key to a rich low end.
