Learn to Rap Like Lil Wayne

Lil Wayne is one of the most popular rappers amongexpected to have the strong vocals of an R&B
fans and MCs alike. He's one of the largest selling,crooner, but to rap like Lil Wayne, you'll have to
most talented artists around and has sold millions andstrengthen your vocals.
millions of albums. Like any of the top artists such asThe easiest way to strengthen your vocals is to
Jay-Z, Eminem or Kanye, Lil Wayne has a very uniqueperform some vocal exercises that are designed
rapping style that can be instantly recognized. Forspecifically for rappers and not classically trained
obvious reasons, a lot of aspiring rappers want to besingers. First, stretch your vocal chords by opening
able to rap like him.your mouth wide as if you are yawning. Do this 5
To rap like Lil Wayne, you'll first have to learn totimes in a row, slowly.
recreate his Southern drawl. If you listen to his tapesTo really get the Lil Wayne sound, you want to add
closely, you'll notice how he stretches his syllables.strength and power to your voice. To do this, practice
Instead of saying "ya all", he'll say "ya aaalll", puttingyour resonance by humming from below the navel.
emphasis on the last syllables. His rhymes often tendYour voice should feel as if it is coming from your gut,
to get stretched over the beats.deep, resonating and powerful. Of course, this is easier
A key aspect of Wayne's rapping style is his vocals.said than done and can be very difficult to achieve,
While some rappers like Eminem have great lyrics,particularly while rapping. But if you really want to be
some amazing production skills (like Kanye), and someable to rap like Lil Wayne, this is an essential step to
have great flow (Jay-Z, Andre 3000), Wayne hasbuilding the power and strength that Wayne has in his
great control over his voice. As a rapper, you are notvoice.