Guantanamera by Compay Segundo
Guantanamera by Compay Segundo is estimated around F#2 to D5, based on Compay Segundo'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 Guantanamera at karaoke?
Few entries in son cubano songs HumMatch tracks stretch as wide as Guantanamera: its 32-semitone span lands in the top 2%.
Highest and lowest notes
The available song-fit estimate places the low note around F#2 and the high note around D5. If either edge feels tense, try a different key.
Vocal style
On Guantanamera, D5 climbs past what's comfortable for a tenor, though an alto can reach it without strain.
Karaoke difficulty
Compared with the typical son cubano song HumMatch tracks, Guantanamera scores more familiar for karaoke: 72/100 against a median of 42.
Who it likely fits
Much of Guantanamera's 95/100 karaoke-difficulty rating traces back to a range in the top 2% widest for son cubano.
Who may struggle
Shift Guantanamera's peak down 5 semitones and it lands inside a typical tenor's comfortable range.
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Range Guide
Guantanamera is estimated around F#2 to D5. 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.
Perfect For These Voice Types
Works well as a group or chorus number with blended harmonies.
Requires versatility, key awareness, and a comfortable upper edge.
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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 Guantanamera at F#2 to D5 (about 32 semitones), based on Compay Segundo's typical performed range; song-level verification is pending. Compare it against your own Vocal ID and test the chorus first.
Across the 1 Compay Segundo song with researched vocal ranges on HumMatch, the sung notes run from C3 to F#4, about 18 semitones (roughly 1.5 octaves). See the full Compay Segundo vocal range guide for voice type and the hardest songs.
Guantanamera scores 95/100 for karaoke difficulty on HumMatch, which rates as higher-risk. Compared with the typical son cubano song HumMatch tracks, Guantanamera scores more familiar for karaoke: 72/100 against a median of 42.
On Guantanamera, D5 climbs past what's comfortable for a tenor, though an alto can reach it without strain.
Much of Guantanamera's 95/100 karaoke-difficulty rating traces back to a range in the top 2% widest for son cubano.
Guantanamera 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 Guantanamera, safer alternatives, and higher-risk picks.
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