Beat It

by Michael Jackson  ·  1982

All Michael Jackson songs → 🔴 Hard Songs Alto Songs
Low Note
E2
MIDI 40
High Note
C6
MIDI 84
Span
44
semitones
Difficulty
Very Hard
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Vocal Range Breakdown

Beat It spans 44 semitones — from E2 to C6 (3.7 octaves).

E2
C6
🟣 Very Hard — Professional range — advanced singers only.
B4
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

Perfect For These Voice Types

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Baritone
Most common male voice

Genre

poprnb80s

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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing Beat It?
Beat It by Michael Jackson requires a vocal range from B2 to B4, spanning 24 semitones — about 2.0 octaves.
Is Beat It hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 24 semitones from B2 to B4. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing Beat It at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. Beat It sits between B2 and B4. If your range covers those notes, you'll nail it. Not sure? HumMatch detects your range in seconds — just hum a note.
What is the highest note in Beat It?
The highest note in Beat It by Michael Jackson is B4 (MIDI 71). This is in the upper-mid range — reachable for tenors and mezzo-sopranos.
What is the lowest note in Beat It?
The lowest note is B2 (MIDI 47). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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