Song

When Smokey Sings

by ABC

When Smokey Sings is a 1987 song by ABC, 4:26 long, which peaked at #5 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun.

Top 10 hit (#5) Karaoke version available

Released 1987 Hot 100 peak #5 · 19 weeks Length 4:26 Album Alphabet City, Absolutely, The Lexicon of Live, Look of Love: The Very Best of ABC

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Performance tips

• Deliver the verses like storytelling rather than belting
• Make the chorus smooth and warm to match the tribute tone
• Stay relaxed through the melody jumps to keep it elegant

Karaoke versions

There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its catalog.

• Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "When Smokey Sings" karaoke

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