The "suppressed urgency" in the studio version often comes from audible, rhythmic breath noise . Listening "between the notes" for these breaths can help you mimic the suppressive tension of the original recording.
To capture the studio sound, focus on these core elements of Tom Odell's style: Tom Odell - Another Love (almost studio vocals)
Utilize a Vocal Pitch Monitor to ensure you are staying on pitch, especially during the emotional builds in the chorus. The "suppressed urgency" in the studio version often
Odell uses a thick vibrato and a unique way of enunciating syllables that makes the performance feel like a personal, intimate conversation. Performance Setup Tom Odell - Another Love (almost studio vocals)
If performing solo, focus on the piano's resonance and delicate touch to complement the vocal's vulnerability.