Nobody Like U (from Turning Red) (arr. Deke Sharon): SSAA Choral Octavo

Deke Sharon has a gift for maintaining the infectious groove of the original while keeping the voicing manageable for high school and community choirs. The arrangement captures the boy band swagger of 4*TOWN without requiring vocal percussion expertise, so your singers can focus on nailing the harmonies and attitude that make this song irresistible.

Playful and energetic, with the charm of a boy band anthem that doesn't take itself too seriously. The harmony sits comfortably in the voices while maintaining enough rhythmic drive to keep the piece moving and engaging from start to finish.

High school and community choirs looking for accessible pop repertoire with genuine crossover appeal. This works equally well for groups building a cappella skills or directors seeking concert material that excites singers and audiences familiar with the film.

• Anchor the rhythm section with solid bass lines; even in an a cappella setting, the low voices create the pocket that makes this groove land.
• Push the soloists to commit to character and personality rather than perfection. This song lives in confidence and sass.
• Layer in light vocal percussion or encourage finger snaps from the ensemble to reinforce the contemporary pop feel without overwhelming the harmonies.
• Lean into the moments of rhythmic unison; they provide contrast and punch between the more complex harmonic sections.

Program this alongside other contemporary film music to create a themed concert segment, or use it as an audience favorite that bridges classic show choir energy with current pop sensibility. It works particularly well in spring concerts or as a closer that leaves the room smiling.

• Blend and balance in close harmonic writing
• Rhythmic precision in pop/contemporary idioms
• Solo singing with character and projection
• Part independence while maintaining ensemble cohesion
• Interpretation of syncopated melodies and accompaniment patterns