Down by the River by Cody Johnson
Down by the River by Cody Johnson is estimated around F#3 to D#5, based on Cody Johnson'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 Down by the River at karaoke?
Spanning 21 semitones, Down by the River ranks among the top 37% widest in country songs HumMatch tracks.
Highest and lowest notes
The available song-fit estimate places the low note around F#3 and the high note around D#5. If either edge feels tense, try a different key.
Vocal style
An alto would need to stretch for Down by the River's peak note (D#5), but it lands comfortably for a mezzo-soprano.
Karaoke difficulty
Down by the River's 55/100 difficulty score largely comes down to that top-37%-widest span for country.
Who it likely fits
A 1-semitone drop would put Down by the River's peak note inside a typical alto's comfortable range.
Who may struggle
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Range Guide
Down by the River is estimated around F#3 to D#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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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 Down by the River at F#3 to D#5 (about 21 semitones), based on Cody Johnson's typical performed range; song-level verification is pending. Compare it against your own Vocal ID and test the chorus first.
Across the 3 Cody Johnson songs with researched vocal ranges on HumMatch, the sung notes run from F2 to G#5, about 39 semitones (roughly 3.3 octaves). See the full Cody Johnson vocal range guide for voice type and the hardest songs.
Down by the River scores 55/100 for karaoke difficulty on HumMatch, which rates as moderate. Down by the River's 55/100 difficulty score largely comes down to that top-37%-widest span for country.
An alto would need to stretch for Down by the River's peak note (D#5), but it lands comfortably for a mezzo-soprano.
A 1-semitone drop would put Down by the River's peak note inside a typical alto's comfortable range.
Down by the River may work at karaoke if the original key sits comfortably for you and you know where the risky chorus or low phrases happen.
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