noun
vocals
VOH-kuhlz
noun
1
The sung parts of a piece of music, as opposed to the instruments.
"The producer turned up the vocals in the final mix."
"She provided backing vocals on the track."
How to Use Vocals
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe singing part of a song.
Common pairings
lead vocals
backing vocals
record vocals
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The producer turned up the _____ in the final mix.