I did my first open mic about a year ago (at 53 years old) and I can't really sing that well. But what I found out is that if I practice enough, I can actually sing on key (imagine that).

So my advice would be to pick three songs and sing and practice them until there is no way you could mess them up and then start attending a few open mics. Yes, you will forget a word or two or go to the wrong chord -- but just keep plowing ahead. Pick two up-tempo tunes and then maybe your favorite one. Be fun and the audience will go right along with you. As others have said, you might find like-minded souls to play and jam with (and write songs with).

I am listening to your soundclick songs right now -- and I think you'll do fine. I think you can easily find three that will work just fine in a guitar/vocal arrangement.

Good luck!

Kevin

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