Authority Song by John Mellencamp
Authority Song by John Mellencamp is estimated around B3 to D5, based on John Mellencamp's typical range; song-level verification is pending. Measure your own range free to see how this song fits your voice.
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Can I sing Authority Song at karaoke?
Few entries in heartland rock songs HumMatch tracks stretch as wide as Authority Song: its 15-semitone span lands in the top 95%.
Highest and lowest notes
The available song-fit estimate places the low note around B3 and the high note around D5. If either edge feels tense, try a different key.
Vocal style
On Authority Song, D5 climbs past what's comfortable for a tenor, though an alto can reach it without strain.
Karaoke difficulty
Much of Authority Song's 45/100 karaoke-difficulty rating traces back to a range in the top 95% widest for heartland rock.
Who it likely fits
Shift Authority Song's peak down 5 semitones and it lands inside a typical tenor's comfortable range.
Who may struggle
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Range Guide
Authority Song is estimated around B3 to D5. Compare that with your Vocal ID before choosing the original key. If your comfortable high note is below the song’s hardest section, try a lower key or one of the safer alternatives below.
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Comfort Range
Best when your Vocal ID overlaps the main melody without strain.
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Easier alternatives
If it feels high, try a lower key or start with an easier song from the same artist or genre.
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Song fit FAQ
HumMatch estimates Authority Song at B3 to D5 (about 15 semitones), based on John Mellencamp's typical performed range; song-level verification is pending. Compare it against your own Vocal ID and test the chorus first.
Across the 5 John Mellencamp songs with researched vocal ranges on HumMatch, the sung notes run from C3 to A4, about 21 semitones (roughly 1.8 octaves). See the full John Mellencamp vocal range guide for voice type and the hardest songs.
Authority Song scores 45/100 for karaoke difficulty on HumMatch, which rates as easier. Much of Authority Song's 45/100 karaoke-difficulty rating traces back to a range in the top 95% widest for heartland rock.
On Authority Song, D5 climbs past what's comfortable for a tenor, though an alto can reach it without strain.
Shift Authority Song's peak down 5 semitones and it lands inside a typical tenor's comfortable range.
Authority Song may work at karaoke if the original key sits comfortably for you and you know where the risky chorus or low phrases happen.
Hum 3 notes in HumMatch and compare your Vocal ID against Authority Song, safer alternatives, and higher-risk picks.
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