What a fascinating thread. I love to sing (genetics, culture or family lifestyle - I wouldn't like to have to split that particular hair!) I've marvelled at so many singers over the years that the title of this thread was compelling. Personally, I can't seem to hold a tune, but that's by-the-by . . . the love of singing does not necessarily go with the ability to do so. It seems to me (not researched - just my view) that there are two major requirements - a memory which can hold a tune and vocal chords which can reproduce it as necessary. Needless to say, I envy this ability. "Born" singers seem to be able to sing any song without effort (note the word "seem"), leaving me amazed at how they do it.

My first experience in watching a "born to sing" person was years ago - a little girl, only four years old, who had a voice like an angel and never missed a note. She never had to listen to a tune more than once - yes, tunes are simple enough when you are only four but there were plenty of others for whom these simple tunes were forgotten in seconds. I was mesmerised.

"Born to sing" - it is a gift and thanks-be for those that have it. I'm just so glad its a gift that can be shared with other people.