rasp

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No. But he’s the symbol of Springsteen here, and he captures the star’s flinty gaze and rock ‘n’ roll rasp while performing the songs, bringing his own intense soulfulness to the role.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2025

The new mix showcases the singer's strength as a vocalist - with a tell-tale rasp that catches on the song's message of friendship and solidarity.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2024

She matched Winehouse’s signature jazzy tone, but doesn’t have the low register rasp that made Winehouse’s voice unique.

From Seattle Times • May 16, 2024

His lyrics, set to a heart-stirring rasp of a voice, told about the homeless and the working poor.

From Reuters • Aug. 9, 2023

Then with a slight rasp of his canvas skin, he turns his head to me, and his blue button eyes rotate slightly, like binoculars seeking focus.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman