Vocal Second is totally just a term i made up, but i'm using it in reference to lead vocals in groups where the main vocals blow everyone away so often that they, sadly, often get overlooked and overshadowed even though they're also super good singers.
two of my fav Vocal Seconds are:
HYERIN FROM EXID
this woman is straight-up a powerhouse, but people generally just fawn over solji's powerhouse vocals.
SEULGI FROM RED VELVET
also a goddamn powerhouse, but people generally just pay attention to wendy's vocals.
note: the point of this post is not to say main vocals like solji and wendy are overrated, just that it's a shame that the lead vocals are also so strong. like they aren't leagues behind the ridiculously accomplished main vocals but don't get nearly as much appreciation for their singing! and if you give your own opinions you don't have to use my stupid made-up term lol
two of my fav Vocal Seconds are:
HYERIN FROM EXID
this woman is straight-up a powerhouse, but people generally just fawn over solji's powerhouse vocals.
SEULGI FROM RED VELVET
also a goddamn powerhouse, but people generally just pay attention to wendy's vocals.
note: the point of this post is not to say main vocals like solji and wendy are overrated, just that it's a shame that the lead vocals are also so strong. like they aren't leagues behind the ridiculously accomplished main vocals but don't get nearly as much appreciation for their singing! and if you give your own opinions you don't have to use my stupid made-up term lol