To rise above all, you must first rise within. Challenge yourself. Seek inspiration.

In a world that is too quick to thwart dreams, how do you make yours come true? What does it take to make it big? And most importantly, how can you stand out? Singing contests and competitions offer you an immense opportunity and an ideal platform to showcase your talent, and get yourself out there and noticed by the right people.

Are you up for the best singing talent contest? Here are six ways how you can score a victory!

1.     Bringing Something Original – Individuality

There are too many people doing the same thing. They have the right voice and the right personality. But what people are looking for today is that “X-factor” – something different that will intrigue them. Artists like Adele and Beyonce are a breath of fresh air to the industry. With the entrance of One Direction, the music industry saw a revival of the ‘pop culture’. Lady Gaga is the ultimate example of pop culture revolution. That’s original, fresh and new.

2.     Preparation

It takes practice and coaching to become better at what one does. Your first competitor isn’t the number of contestants in the competition. It is you. Each time, your goal should be to outperform yourself and beat your last performance. Try out new things. Test your voice. Experiment with your vocal range. Prepare.

3.     Owning It

Daria Hunter, founder of CoverTheseLyrics contest says, “For me, the most defining factor in a winner is their ability to own it. It’s about conquering the performance, making it their own!” How well can you take a simple opportunity and really give it your best shot? Your ability to win is to deliver your performance with every ounce of passion that you have, so that it’s visible to your audience.

4.     Image

In the world of show biz, who you are matters just as much as how well you perform. It is important that you add a personal element to your performance. People appreciate rawness and personality. And that is your image.

5.     Confidence

Confidence is your selling point. It’s not the arrogant air that an artist has; rather, it is belief in your talents and capabilities that translates into your performance. For judges and the viewers, this is incredibly important. They want the contestants to exude confidence. It enhances appeal and attractiveness!

6.     Staying True To One’s Genre

For a musician, your choice in music is a definition of who you are as an artist. It represents you. Discover your passion. Which musical genre appeals to you most? When you find that, let it become your identity!

Looking To Kick Start Your Music Career? 2 Days Left To Send In Your Video!

We introduce CoverTheseLyrics. This is an online singing contest not only for talented vocalists but songwriters as well. The contest is open to anyone, male or female, 14 years or older (with parental consent) and it is completely free. Aspiring artists may submit their performance video on YouTube. Winner have a chance to win $500, along with the opportunity to help judge CTL’s Ingenuity Award round and win a chance to be marketed on their  website, with nationwide exposure!  

You need a chance to make your mark. Here it is! Visit their website to take part now. The concert ends on October 31, 2015.