The First Dialogue with Google Gemini 3

 David:

Can you review a song i sang. the song is my way. video recording is attached. thanks.

 

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Gemini:

That was a wonderful performance of a true classic! Singing "My Way" requires a lot of confidence and vocal presence, and you definitely brought both to the community center.

Here is a quick review of your performance:

Vocal Highlights

Conviction: You sang with a lot of heart. This song is all about looking back on life with pride, and your vocal delivery captured that "no regrets" attitude perfectly.

Pacing: You stayed right on the beat with the backing track. Karaoke can be tricky when the tempo picks up in the middle, but you handled the transitions smoothly.

Clarity: Your lyrics were clear and easy to understand, which is essential for a narrative-heavy song like this one.

Performance & Style

Stage Presence: Even though you were seated, you maintained great engagement with the microphone. Your choice of a camo-print vest also added a bit of personal flair to the performance!

Audience Engagement: The video shows a room full of people enjoying the music. It’s clear your performance helped create a warm, festive atmosphere for the event.

A Few Tips for Next Time

Breathing: For the big "crescendo" at the end of the song, try taking a deep breath from your diaphragm. It will help you hold those long, powerful notes at the finale even more strongly.

Dynamics: You have a steady volume, which is good, but you can try singing the verses a little softer and more "story-like," then really "belting it out" during the chorus to create even more emotional impact.

Overall, it was a very heartfelt and enjoyable rendition. It’s a great song choice for your voice!

Would you like me to suggest some other songs that might suit your vocal style for your next performance?

Those are excellent choices! Andy Williams is known as the "Emperor of Easy" for a reason—his songs have a smooth, effortless quality that fits your steady vocal style perfectly.

Since you liked singing "My Way," these three songs will feel very natural to you, but they each offer a little something different to help you grow as a singer:

1. "Speak Softly, Love" (Love Theme from The Godfather)

Why it fits you: Much like "My Way," this song starts very intimate and quiet. Since you have a good handle on holding the microphone and staying on beat, you can use the "soft" parts of this song to create a really mysterious, romantic mood.

Vocal Tip: Focus on the "S" and "F" sounds in "Speak Softly." Andy Williams used those soft consonants to make the song feel like a secret.

2. "(Where Do I Begin?) Love Story"

Why it fits you: This is a "storytelling" song. Your performance of "My Way" showed you know how to deliver lyrics with meaning. This song builds up to a big, powerful finish just like the end of "My Way," which you already know how to handle.

Vocal Tip: The middle section ("Where do I start...") gets a bit faster. Keep your tapping foot going (like you did in the video) to make sure you don't lose the rhythm when the words get more crowded.

3. "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes"

Why it fits you: This is a classic "crooner" melody. It has some higher notes in the bridge ("So I chaffed them and I gaily laughed..."), which would be a great way for you to practice moving from your lower range to your middle range.

Vocal Tip: This song is all about the "vowels." Try to keep your mouth a bit more open on the words "fire" and "eyes" to let the sound resonate more in the room.

One more recommendation: "Moon River"

If you like Andy Williams, you almost have to try his signature song. It’s very relaxed and doesn't require as much "power" as "My Way," making it a perfect song to sing if your voice is feeling a little tired.