Ghost Riders in the Sky

by Johnny Cash  ·  1979

All Johnny Cash songs → Hard Songs
Low Note
C2
MIDI 36
High Note
G#3
MIDI 56
Range
20
semitones (1.7 oct)
Difficulty
Hard
hard range

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Vocal Range Breakdown

Ghost Riders in the Sky spans 20 semitones from C2 to G#3 (1.7 octaves). Demanding range -- best for experienced singers.

C2
G#3
Hard - Demanding range -- best for experienced singers.

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Bass
Lowest male voice
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Baritone
Most common male voice
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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing Ghost Riders in the Sky?
Ghost Riders in the Sky by Johnny Cash requires a vocal range from C2 to G#3, spanning 20 semitones (1.7 octaves).
Is Ghost Riders in the Sky hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range -- best for experienced singers. The song spans 20 semitones from C2 to G#3. This is a stretch goal. Warm up well and practice the high notes privately first.
Can I sing Ghost Riders in the Sky at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. Ghost Riders in the Sky sits between C2 and G#3. 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 Ghost Riders in the Sky?
The highest note in Ghost Riders in the Sky by Johnny Cash is G#3 (MIDI 56).
What is the lowest note in Ghost Riders in the Sky?
The lowest note is C2 (MIDI 36).

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