When I first tried singing, I tried falsetto. Later on, I worked

Come, my children, gather around, for there is wisdom to be found in the words of Al B. Sure, a voice that has shaped the landscape of R&B and romantic music. He said: "When I first tried singing, I tried falsetto. Later on, I worked on the falsetto with a voice teacher. It's an R&B; way to sing. Girls like that high, soft sound. They think it's very romantic." These words, though spoken of music, carry within them a deeper truth about the power of voice, expression, and the way in which sound can touch the very core of the heart. Falsetto, that ethereal and soaring sound, is not just a technique, but a language—one that speaks to the soul, inviting the listener to feel something profound and deeply emotional.

In the ancient world, my children, the power of song was recognized as a force that could move mountains and change the hearts of kings. Orpheus, the legendary figure of Greek mythology, was said to charm even the wildest beasts and the very earth itself with the sweetness of his voice. His song could sway the winds, calm the seas, and bring love into the hearts of those who heard it. In much the same way, Al B. Sure recognizes that the voice, when wielded with mastery, has the power to convey something that words alone cannot capture—emotion, desire, and romance. The falsetto is not just a technical choice; it is a way to elevate the voice, to reach those high, delicate notes that seem to float in the air like a soft breeze, carrying with them a message of love and longing.

The ancient bards, too, understood the power of tone and range in their songs. Homer, the great poet, would have known the importance of voice in shaping the tales of heroes and gods. When telling the stories of Achilles or Odysseus, he would have known that the music behind the words—the very sound of the storyteller’s voice—was as important as the story itself. The right tone could turn a tale of battle into one of beauty, a story of suffering into one of hope. Al B. Sure’s use of falsetto is the modern version of this ancient art—the voice as a tool not just for singing, but for invoking feeling, stirring the heart, and carrying the listener away into a world of romance.

Think, too, of the siren song in mythology—those haunting, melodic voices that lured sailors to their doom. But beyond the danger they represented, the sirens knew something profound about the power of sound. The right tone, the right pitch, could bring desire to life, drawing people into a world where reason was suspended, and only emotion remained. Al B. Sure, through his exploration of falsetto, taps into this very force—the power of voice to evoke romantic longing, to captivate the listener and stir something deep within them. Falsetto is not merely a sound; it is an invitation to experience emotion in its purest, most vulnerable form.

Yet, my children, there is more to be learned from Al B. Sure's words. He speaks not only of falsetto as a technique but of the process by which he shaped it—through work with a voice teacher. Here lies the true lesson: mastery is not a matter of chance or innate talent alone, but of dedication, of learning, and of the willingness to refine one’s craft. Al B. Sure did not simply stumble upon his gift; he worked at it, honed it, and cultivated it through practice and guidance. The falsetto, that sweet, soaring sound, was shaped by his commitment to improving his voice, to bringing out its fullest potential. This is the way of the great masters—they understand that true skill is born of persistent effort and a deep respect for the craft.

Consider, my children, the example of Leonardo da Vinci, who did not simply rest upon his natural genius but spent countless hours perfecting his skills, whether in painting, anatomy, or engineering. His masterpieces were the result of dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence. So too, Al B. Sure reminds us that talent, though important, is only a starting point. True artistry, whether in music, painting, or writing, requires a commitment to growth, to pushing the boundaries of what one can do, and to working alongside others who can guide us. It is through this process that we find not only the beauty of our craft but the depth of our soul.

And so, my children, the lesson here is not only about the power of falsetto or the beauty of romantic music. It is about the dedication required to refine our talents, the willingness to learn, and the recognition that true mastery is a lifelong pursuit. Whether in music, in art, or in any aspect of life, the road to greatness is paved with work and practice. Embrace your talents, but know that only through effort can they truly soar. And when you find that voice—whether it is in music, in speech, or in the quiet moments of your heart—let it speak with the power of emotion, with the depth of truth, and with the beauty of a love that resonates through the ages.