Cotton Jenny

by Gordon Lightfoot  ·  1971

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G4
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

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Baritone
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Genre

folkclassic70s

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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing Cotton Jenny?
Cotton Jenny by Gordon Lightfoot requires a vocal range from G2 to G4, spanning 24 semitones — about 2.0 octaves.
Is Cotton Jenny hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 24 semitones from G2 to G4. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing Cotton Jenny at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. Cotton Jenny sits between G2 and G4. 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 Cotton Jenny?
The highest note in Cotton Jenny by Gordon Lightfoot is G4 (MIDI 67). This is in the upper-mid range — reachable for tenors and mezzo-sopranos.
What is the lowest note in Cotton Jenny?
The lowest note is G2 (MIDI 43). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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