The Best Compliments for Someone’s Singing or Speaking Voice

Find the perfect words to describe a person’s voice with our complete guide

Co-authored by Kim Chronister, PsyD and Hunter Rising

Last Updated: March 20, 2023

Compliments for Singing Voice

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Compliments for Speaking Voice

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Words to Describe a Voice

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Tips

Want to let a singer know how much you loved their performance? Or maybe you heard a person with an attractive voice and want to flirt? No matter which situation you’re in, there are lots of simple and meaningful comments you can say to compliment their voice. Rather than making a vague comment, mention specific qualities about their voice, like “You have such a soothing tone,” “You’ve got perfect pitch,” or “I can really hear the passion in your voice.” For even more encouraging compliments, keep reading to find the best things you can say to describe their voice.

Things You Should Know

Mention something specific about a singer’s voice, like their pitch, tone, power, or vocal control.
Compliment someone’s speaking voice by mentioning how it makes you feel. If their voice makes you feel safe or comforted, tell them that.
Give compliments that are genuine and from the heart so they sound super sincere.

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Compliments for Singing Voice

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“Your pitch was absolutely spot on!”
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“You have such an amazing tone.”

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“You have so much power behind your vocals.”
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“You have great control over your voice.”
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“You conveyed the song’s emotion so clearly.”
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“That was such a stellar performance!”
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“I was captivated by your voice as soon as I heard it.”
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“When you sing, your voice fills the room.”
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“I get so mesmerized when I hear you sing.”
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“When you got to the chorus, you sounded angelic!”
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“This melody sounds even more beautiful when you sing it.”
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“I get chills every time you hit those high notes.”
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“Your voice is smooth like velvet.”
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“You put a lot of soul behind the lyrics.”
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“I can hear how passionate you are when you sing.”
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“The hard work you put into singing this is so inspirational.”
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“You’ve always sounded good, but this was your best!”
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“You never fail to amaze me with what you can do with your voice.”
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“All the practice you’ve put in has really paid off!”
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“I wish you could sing me to sleep every night.”
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“Your version of the song is so much better than the original.”
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“You seriously sound just like a rock star.”
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“I can’t wait to hear your next song.”
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“I want to put your music on repeat all day.”
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“Your voice deserves a Grammy.”
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“Have you ever tried auditioning for The Voice?”

Section 2 of 3:

Compliments for Speaking Voice

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“Your voice is so comforting.”
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“You have such a warm, welcoming tone.”
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“I love how expressive your voice is.”
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“I admire how you always sound so confident.”
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“Your voice is as sweet as sugar.”
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“I feel a sense of calm rush over me every time I hear your voice.”
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“You have such a cheery tone, it brightens my day”
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“I wish I could listen to you all day.”
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“Your voice is perfect for the radio.”
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“You could read the dictionary out loud and I’d still want to listen.”
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“Your voice is so hypnotic, I’m drawn to you when you start talking.”
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“Your voice echoes in my ears even when you aren’t around.”
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“I’ll never forget the sound of your voice.”
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“I can’t think of anything I’d want to hear more than your voice right now.”
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“The sound of your voice makes me melt.”
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“I love it when you say my name.”
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“Just hearing your voice makes me weak in the knees.”
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“I was attracted to you as soon as I heard you talk.”
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“Every time I hear you talk, I fall even harder for you.”
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“You have a really sexy voice.”

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Words to Describe a Voice

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Husky Someone with a husky voice usually has a lower tone and a slight rasp that sounds really attractive.^{[1]
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Smoky If someone has a smoky voice, they sound slightly mysterious in a way that draws you into them. It’s a perfect way to describe someone who has a lower or raspier tone.^{[2]
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Sing-songy A person speaking in a sing-songy tone raises and lowers the pitch of their voice so it sounds like music.
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Sultry Sultry is a sweeter way to call someone’s voice sexy or attractive without saying it directly. Use it anytime you want to describe someone with an irresistible voice that gets you excited.^{[3]
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Charismatic If a person has a charismatic voice, they sound confident and really easy to talk to.
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Gruff A gruff voice sounds low and a little gravelly, so it’s a good word to describe an attractive male voice.
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Dulcet Dulcet means “pleasant to the ears,” so it’s a great way to describe someone with a sweet and soothing tone.^{[4]
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