Checkmate by Dusty Springfield
Checkmate by Dusty Springfield is estimated around A3 to G#5, based on Dusty Springfield's typical range; song-level verification is pending. Measure your own range free to see how this song fits your voice.
Estimated from the artist’s full range, which likely spans multiple singers or harmonies; the lead melody is probably narrower. Verification pending.
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Can I sing Checkmate at karaoke?
Spanning 23 semitones, Checkmate ranks among the top 3% widest in Soul songs HumMatch tracks.
Highest and lowest notes
The available song-fit estimate places the low note around A3 and the high note around G#5. If either edge feels tense, try a different key.
Vocal style
On Checkmate, G#5 climbs past what's comfortable for a mezzo-soprano, though a soprano can reach it without strain.
Karaoke difficulty
Checkmate's 50/100 difficulty score largely comes down to that top-3%-widest span for Soul.
Who it likely fits
A 3-semitones drop would put Checkmate's peak note inside a typical mezzo-soprano's comfortable range.
Who may struggle
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Range Guide
Checkmate is estimated around A3 to G#5. 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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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 Checkmate at A3 to G#5 (about 23 semitones), based on Dusty Springfield's typical performed range; song-level verification is pending. Compare it against your own Vocal ID and test the chorus first.
Across the 1 Dusty Springfield song with researched vocal ranges on HumMatch, the sung notes run from A3 to C#5, about 16 semitones (roughly 1.3 octaves). See the full Dusty Springfield vocal range guide for voice type and the hardest songs.
Checkmate scores 50/100 for karaoke difficulty on HumMatch, which rates as easier. Checkmate's 50/100 difficulty score largely comes down to that top-3%-widest span for Soul.
On Checkmate, G#5 climbs past what's comfortable for a mezzo-soprano, though a soprano can reach it without strain.
A 3-semitones drop would put Checkmate's peak note inside a typical mezzo-soprano's comfortable range.
Checkmate 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 Checkmate, safer alternatives, and higher-risk picks.
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