The 6 CRAZIEST Thom Yorke vocal lines - Radiohead

[@NeonRadarMusic]

Been a Radiohead fan for half my life but it wasn't until I started singing his songs on Karaoke that I realized how great a singer he is. He's effortless.

[@robovac3557]

Or maybe you're an average singer?

[@NeonRadarMusic]

@@robovac3557 Oh yeah, that too :)

[@robovac3557]

@@NeonRadarMusic Embrace your mediocrity my man. That's the spirit. High five.

[@joshguillen8530]

@@robovac3557 am i missing something or does your comment not relate to his at all

[@robovac3557]

@@joshguillen8530 Takes one to know one.

[@Wednesday_tattoos]

My dad is good friends with Colin Greenwood and regularly meets Thom, I’ve only met him a few times but he is by far the most down to earth artist I’ve ever meet and stil his vocals blow me away everytime!

[@CrazySinging]

Damn that’s so cool!

[@mudrova_ju]

what is Colin like as a friend? Sounds intriguing :)

[@gonzalordtm]

cool! you are very lucky 😁

[@fam.mesters2021]

So cool!

[@conniemendeszoon9789]

Lucky girl

[@frozemoments39]

“Jigsaw falling into place” and Let Down. are my two favorites. Let Downs vocals are insane. Their first two albums changed my definition of “good” music.

[@benjamindevlin4057]

The vocal run he does on the last verse of let down going into the chorus with that sustained falsetto note is amazing

[@frozemoments39]

@@benjamindevlin4057 Amen

[@ThatFaceMelter94]

Those 2 are in my top 5 Radiohead songs, including How to Disappear Completely and Reckoner. Let Down is my favorite though.

[@frozemoments39]

@@ThatFaceMelter94 Dude, you picked the same songs I struggled with. Haha

[@everonlyallforthee]

Let Down makes me melt a little bit.

[@thewenik6876]

I like his voice a lot. He sings so well. So many notes, low to high. But so precise.

[@shadow-lv3my]

Climbing up the walls should have had a spot or a no honorable mention, the scream on that and how high he goes is beautiful

[@DafneMarchesan]

your voice type has nothing to do with how low/high you can go (range), but with where you're most comfortable (tessitura). Thom is 110% a tenor.

[@StereotoneGlasgow]

LOVELESS PFP

[@vb2388]

One of the greatest artists ever let alone vocalists..

[@phosphenexx3288]

As a musician and producer, I’ve always been mesmerized by the sounds Radiohead can create. Never realized how much of a virtuouso thom is when it comes to vocals lol I was too wrapped up in the music theory. Truly the best music of all time.

[@yannabucci]

I’ve always thought the vocals in You were absolutely insane. That song is super underrated.

[@Gomba13]

About Creep, they didn't hate the song, that is a misconception so often repeated that people believe it. They hated performing it, but it wasn't the song itself they had an issue with but how it came to symbolize sudden unexpected success they were not prepared to deal with (which caused Thom's alcoholism). The song had become sort of traumatic for them. But they never hated the song itself.

[@kbreslin7289]

Don't they have to pay royalties on Creep?

[@ThatFaceMelter94]

“You” is Radiohead’s most underrated song, although there are tons of them.

[@lavenderbee3611]

I've always really loved Thom's voice, it's beautiful and versatile. I hope you do Prince soon, he was a great singer.

[@robertoguzman897]

Yo, I cant believe that Thom never had any singing lessons. His voice is amazing on his whole career!!! By the way, Im glad to see that you noticed his amazing vocal lines on Pablo Honey! Most of people completely ignore the whole record just because Creep is a famous song lmao

[@chantoya17]

Thom had (maybe still has) a vocal coach. I don't know where you all are getting that he's an untrained singer from. He has an idiosyncratic style and unique tone but you don't get to be the virtuoso he is and have the vocal longevity he's had without some training.

[@IntangibleBeatz]

Actually read he took vocal lessons even as a child

[@crumbtember]

i think his vocals on Twist from his solo album are really impressive. Cause the phrasing starts on a high note and descends before ascending again ending on a high note. he also sings low on this track. if you haven't heard it i highly recommend.

[@Jess1234]

he kills twist live .his voice is incredible

[@cheveronactionstripe5005]

Cracking song

[@meruem4477]

The special thing about Thom (in my opinion) is not many incredible high notes. It's his tone an that he's able to change it without taking a breath. I think a good example of this is "We suck young blood".

[@TAJMofficial]

He also does a high note in that song

[@thomshrike]

I’m surprised that not many people are mentioning his seamless falsetto on Fake Plastic Trees.

[@Killadey]

The 'You' scream has shades of Layne Stayley I reckon. This video could've been 2 hours long, Thom covers so much artistic and technical ground.

[@trickster_qc]

I have been obsessing over Stop Whispering for years and you just made me understand why. Thanks!

[@lindakay9552]

My best friend has been a professional church piano/organ player for 43 years. And for the last 20 of those years, I have tried to explain to her, (in my severe ineptitude of musical skill,) that there is SOMETHING about Thom's voice that reminds me of some of the older hymns that she plays. Especially anything Yiddish... I've never been educated in music, but I can hear every single minute nuance in his voice. And now I can't wait to show my friend this video, to finally prove to her what I could never explain. Much love for this video. 🥰

[@CrazySinging]

Aw, that’s beautiful! Thom's voice is so unique. It truly touches your soul. Thank you so much for sharing and I’m so glad you’ve liked the video 💜

[@marvindarling4378]

This was a very well made video and I appreciate all the deep cuts you added for your examples.

[@CrazySinging]

Thank you so much friend!!!

[@claymurray5199]

I am so glad you put You at such a high ranking!!! It truly and completely blows me away every single time I listen to it

[@jessewhite6474]

I’ve always really liked his singing in Atoms for Peace

[@garretts.2003]

Even on their earlier less evolved albums Thom always had great vocals. You is a great example. The scream he sings out sounds like a mix of 80s hair metal with enough distress that it sounds punk af. I'm so glad that Radiohead always did their own thing and I'm so glad Thom never tried to lean into the Pearl Jam type vocals that were popular during the grunge and post-grunge era. Radiohead is simply the best. Edit: lol you is in the video. Hadn't made it that far. Excellent choice of vocal examples dude!

[@PaulStannard83]

Stop Whispering is even higher (B4) at the end of the Astoria Live version. Very powerful note.

[@Gomba13]

OMG, your #1 is my top performance of his! And really a great, overlooked song as well. That belt is inimitable.

[@CrazySinging]

I’m so glad you liked it friend! You is such an awesome underrated song and that vocal line is incredibly powerful

[@Gomba13]

@@CrazySinging Most people only really took note of Radiohead after their second record, and as a result, many people say they hate the first record, just because it doesn't sound like the rest of them. And that's a pity, because that record is a great one. I was already a die hard fan by the time the second one came out, and You was instrumental to that, as well as Blow Out (another solid vocal performance). I still listen to it. That record already sounded like Radiohead, and I see a clear connection between that sound and all that came after.

[@zsolt7872]

These videos are really entertaining even as a guitarist who knows nothing about singing. The Tourist is one of my favourite songs from them. One part that I always thought was impossible to sing properly is the climax towards the end of Exit Music (For a Film). Can't wait to see the Alex Turner and Liam Gallagher videos in the future!

[@CrazySinging]

The ending of Exit Music is amazing! It’s comparable to The Tourist; they’re both F#s. Exit Music is a lot more emotional, though! I love the build up to those notes. And thank you so much!!!

[@no-vd2rh]

@@CrazySinging but belting an F#5 for a male is bonkers

[@CrazySinging]

@@no-vd2rh It’s an F#4!

[@deconstructyouridols]

@@CrazySinging i believe it is a g. it stays on the f# and switches to g on "are"

[@alicen3162]

I manage to somehow sing that, it's really hard to do though

[@Chrishagen]

I was at Abingdon with Thom and sang beside him in the choir - he had singing lessons!

[@TheSmokey1424]

You get a like because you picked You as #1 and it's not a well known mainstream Radiohead song, and that scream is epic. Thank you!

[@gois3r]

im so glad you put you near top spot its literally one of radioheads best songs

[@PhilomathBret]

You is one of my absolute favorite Radiohead songs and one of the most underrated songs of all time. It took me many listens of Pablo Honey to realize it though.

[@noello9740]

Well, there is a live performance, where he sustain the note in creep way longer

[@dre-_-8901]

Bro "You" is so underrated, nice video by the way. keep it up!!!!

[@MaquiladoraIII]

I've always been a sucker for the high note in the final chorus of _Sulk,_ after the song modulates up a whole step.

[@whramijg]

god rest your sooooooouuull

[@thomshrike]

I actually scrolled down the comments section to see if someone would mention Sulk.

[@darlantro]

Check out the last few minutes of 'Rabbit in Your Headlights' by UNKLE (feat. Thom Yorke). He ends the song with a 17 second sustained note. I used to sing along when I was a kid and stretch to my last drop of air to make it, super fun.

[@valktoledo7590]

Thom Yorke é genial, maravilhoso, tem um timbre lindo ... perfeito

[@KayJblue]

I’ve always found you to be extremely underrated for that reason. That first line gives me chills every time.

[@RiccardoMaggiolo]

Surprised not to find "I Will" here.

[@xvaderxkiller5190]

You is such a crazy song honestly

[@2puffs770]

I just LOVE listening to you talk. Can't imagine what I'd do if you sang for us!!!!!!!!!

[@CrazySinging]

Thank you for the kindness! 💜 I have a little channel with some songs I sang, like The Beatles's “Yesterday” or one Elvis song - it’s over here kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4u2h4mVlt2pprs

[@2puffs770]

@@CrazySinging Going RIGHT NOW!!!

[@kaylamanor]

He sings like an angel because he is an angel you guys.

[@conniemendeszoon9789]

One of the greatest singer in the world,love love lovhe his Angelic voice

[@agooglyminotaur169]

Admittedly that vocal in "You" is a combination of two takes with a fairly obvious splice. Doesn't diminish him as a singer but he's still human! Probably couldn't nail it in one go.

[@lull-buddy]

Which is weird since his live notes are better than the recording. I surprised at how great he sounded when they played it at 2002 (the last time they played it).

[@arthurdiehl1856]

omg thanks I was waiting for this one!!

[@Kadish_Angel]

We all love Mr. Thom Yorke so much... thanks for this! Hugs from your brazilian friend.

[@kakashihatake6176]

Great video!thom has sure a great voice,jigsaw falling into place and reckoner have some very interesting and different vocal lines from each other and they are in the same album!l also think that is worth mentioning the 1995 creep live version from creep,if l am not mistaken,he actually shouts the last note during 15 seconds

[@monkeybusiness]

I thought the song "Atoms for peace" would've been mentioned

[@thewenik6876]

What a voice. Thanks Thom.

[@Noiee_suspirium]

I want Thom york to never go away

[@plastic-wardrobe]

even though pablo honey isnt a great album, there are some insane vocals from some of the songs on there

[@donnamorales9507]

You need to study Harry Nillson's amazing voice, especially on "Jump Into the Fire" and "Coconut".His voice was extraordinary. The Beatles LOVED his singing.

[@willelliot8928]

Fun story my music tech teacher at sixth form met thom on a camping trip. God I miss that teacher he was so cool

[@lindakay9552]

That very last clip sounds like it would be from In Rainbows era. IMO Street Spirit has his wildest vocals. 😍

[@brandinogarcia9688]

the embodiment of beautifully haunting

[@leeevans1874]

He took a huge influence from Neil Young in his early years .

[@flaviobianco4764]

And what about "Sulk"? I think the note in "god rest your soul" is the highest

[@soqquadro7672]

Appreciate a lot how there was some deep cuts and not just songs from traditional releases

[@jordangroff8978]

Greatest musician of the last 25 years.

[@zyldaranindita9280]

I love this man.

[@CD-tj3hg]

I did a show with this music school o worked with where we did a bunch of Radiohead songs and I was put on lead vocals and rhythm guitar for "you." I myself am a baritone, generally, and I could never get my voice to belt as long as Thom on the recording but even for a split second I could until my voice started sputtering out of control but I was still proud. Good times.

[@juandavidmenesescuartas2979]

Thom is the best voice of alternative rock.

[@wtorek83]

atoms for peace from his solo album the eraser is an honorable mention imo

[@jeeither]

This just reminded me how much I love Pablo Honey. I especially love listening to it in the summer.

[@joacososa4770]

Atoms for peace is amazing in vocals

[@paulineelyseperreras7931]

Gotta love his voice man.......

[@Gomba13]

I still can't properly sing Exit Music (For a Film), which by the way is my favourite pun title for a song 🤣 because of the lows and because of the wild change of tone. That one is a great example of Thom singing low.

[@athiede1712]

Nice video! You should do a video on Micheal Gira and Jarboe both from Swans. They've got some interesting, weird, and also beautiful vocal styles. Recommend checking out songs like She lives, The Final Sacrifice, Helpless Child, Yr Prp, To Be Kind, Failure, and Blood Promise and I crawled (from the Swans are dead live album) if you want some songs that showcase their voices

[@hoppy2829]

Ive always struggled with the scream in you. But its so awesome

[@lafreyaya9629]

Omg I didn't think I'd find India Rubber on your list. One of my faves.

[@MDE128]

He’s the best singer I’ve heard.

[@mr2gti]

Rabbit in the Headlights - thank me later.

[@zim6622]

i just knew that part of you would be number one :) amazing song

[@caitbuckley5971]

My favourite band to sing along to! Challenging to hit those notes, but so much fun!

[@tatjbere]

I love his voice

[@Blondinska]

I’d just love to hear your review if Mike Patton vocal techniques. Thom is insane!!!!

[@inthenameofcontractlendmem983]

I always wanted to know his voice type. He sounded different in every album.

[@stokedupart4078]

He took singing lessons..he said in an interview that it helped him understand the use of breath in singing.

[@bed7610]

Nude is one of his best moments imo

[@kite919]

noticed the same with the singer of placebo. In "Julien" he sings super low, and in other songs super high ("For what its worth", last chorus background vocals)

[@ХорТём]

Other Thom's low parts - Wolf at the Door and Jigsaw falling into place)

[@ToasterBrain51702]

shoulda mentioned wolf at the dore..

[@Lvdxvic]

lotus flower

[@OfficialStoneMan]

Was expected Ful Stop, but I was Let Down.

[@Steve-lt1op]

I would recommend you having a look at guy garvey from elbow, some great vocal moments

[@lucienesther]

thom is fucking awesome he really inspires me

[@farq5259]

Yesss I’m so glad u did thom

[@The_RedVIII]

Still hoping for an episode on Jonsi from Sigur Rós.

[@kide9747]

Aw yes love me some Thom Yorke

[@codyhughes1147]

A true artist. Most mainstream singers now are just entertainers with pretty faces that dont even write any of their songs. :/

[@keysersoze657]

You forgot about the E6 he does in just

[@vyacheslavkonnov1622]

I love songs of the Radiohead , I would add the song Sulk to your top... there is the transition from note A to note B

[@luzdematos2162]

También el aullido hermoso que hace en 'The mess we're in' con Pj Harvey !!!

[@Noname-rr5en]

Watch him live. I've noticed that he almost always struggles with reaching high notes. (although it may seem like he does it effortlessly (on the record acc) I'm sure he is a baritone but with a wide vocal range. sorry for my english, i'm a dumb non-eng speaker

[@thepickle5214]

Spot 2 I didn't even notice he was singing

[@fishstickkitty8068]

Sooo he peaked at Pablo honey

[@collinmurphy4956]

The only good song Radiohead ever had was creep

[@ХорТём]

Btw if someone can sing low notes it doesn't mean he's a baritone or a bass. I think the essentials are the timbre of a voice (light, dark, heavy etc), how easy it is to sing those notes and how they sound (which is the timbre characteristics, yeah love the repititions). Thom has a smooth and light voice so he sound very naturally on high notes. And if you try to sing in the 2nd octave and you're even doing well without tension but still don't sound brutally like a true baritone, this means you're a tenor. It's true for Thom (though he's not squeaky on lows) and for me :) a tenor with "basement", i know that feeling. But I also think terms like tenor and baritone have no use for estrade (not academic and musicale) singers nowadays. It's more important to pay attention to specifics of one's unique voice cause you can be a baritone and you can have difficulties with vocal part of another baritone because his features - so natural for him - unnatural for you

[@CrazySinging]

Absolutely agreed!

[@prodNieva]

i love you thom yorke 💕

[@michaelkinley6422]

I think Thom is actually a baritone but has developed a very good mixed voice and falsetto

[@joelantoniovelazquez8877]

yesss i guessed number one, idk why it made me scream

[@Iasmin-Nistor]

Thank u thank u thank u ❤️