Stage fright is something many people experience at least once in their lives, whether they are presenting at work, acting in a theatrical production, or singing in front of a crowd. If you want to sign up for karaoke but are experiencing stage fright-related anxiety, there are numerous ways to overcome it. Here's what you should know about saying goodbye to this type of anxiety, hopefully for good! 

What Causes Anxiety at Karaoke?

There are several reasons for anxiety before singing in front of a crowd, such as fearing that you will be judged by them or hearing your voice recently for the first time and wanting to perfect your “sound.” You might also have insecurity about your singing ability, which can involve worrying that you might sing a flat note or dealing with voice cracking issues. 

It is also possible to experience stage fright because of an anxious personality or because you are not as confident in public as you are in private. Dealing with anxious people on a regular basis can fuel anxiety as well, whether about karaoke or anything else. 

How Can You Overcome It? 

If you truly want to sing in front of your friends and everyone else at the bar or restaurant, there are many ways to overcome your anxiety. First, focus on what you love about karaoke, such as getting to act goofy and singing favorite tunes. It also helps to think about what environments you feel comfortable singing in and visualizing them during your performance. 

Additional tips include thinking about what you enjoy about singing and focusing on the song, not what people around you are doing. Karaoke is supposed to be fun and does not require the singer to be a professional or even carry a tune throughout the whole song. Should you still feel anxious, have as many friends and family members as possible come support you, and consider singing along with the crowd. Putting your microphone to the audience encourages everyone in the room to sing, laugh, and have a wonderful time. 

Enjoy singing karaoke every Friday at Bungalow Inn, the restaurant and sports bar in Lakeland, MN. This American restaurant also hosts live music and regularly offers lunch and dinner specials. Call (651) 436-5005 with questions or for more information. Like the Facebook page for event updates.