Distant Lover

by Marvin Gaye  ·  1974

All Marvin Gaye songs → 🔴 Hard Songs Tenor Songs
Low Note
A2
MIDI 45
High Note
D#5
MIDI 75
Span
30
semitones
Difficulty
Very Hard
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Vocal Range Breakdown

Distant Lover spans 30 semitones — from A2 to D#5 (2.5 octaves).

A2
D#5
🟣 Very Hard — Professional range — advanced singers only.
A4
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

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Baritone
Most common male voice

Genre

soulrnb70s

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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing Distant Lover?
Distant Lover by Marvin Gaye requires a vocal range from G2 to A4, spanning 26 semitones — about 2.2 octaves.
Is Distant Lover hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 26 semitones from G2 to A4. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing Distant Lover at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. Distant Lover sits between G2 and A4. 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 Distant Lover?
The highest note in Distant Lover by Marvin Gaye is A4 (MIDI 69). This is in the upper-mid range — reachable for tenors and mezzo-sopranos.
What is the lowest note in Distant Lover?
The lowest note is G2 (MIDI 43). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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