Hanging on the Telephone

by Blondie  ·  1978

All Blondie songs → 🔴 Hard Songs Tenor Songs
Low Note
G2
MIDI 43
High Note
D6
MIDI 86
Span
43
semitones
Difficulty
Very Hard
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Vocal Range Breakdown

Hanging on the Telephone spans 43 semitones — from G2 to D6 (3.6 octaves).

G2
D6
🟣 Very Hard — Professional range — advanced singers only.
G♯4
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

Perfect For These Voice Types

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Baritone
Most common male voice

Genre

new wavepop70s

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Road Trip
Upbeat singalong
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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing Hanging on the Telephone?
Hanging on the Telephone by Blondie requires a vocal range from B2 to G♯4, spanning 21 semitones — about 1.8 octaves.
Is Hanging on the Telephone hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 21 semitones from B2 to G♯4. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing Hanging on the Telephone at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. Hanging on the Telephone sits between B2 and G♯4. 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 Hanging on the Telephone?
The highest note in Hanging on the Telephone by Blondie is G♯4 (MIDI 68). This is in the upper-mid range — reachable for tenors and mezzo-sopranos.
What is the lowest note in Hanging on the Telephone?
The lowest note is B2 (MIDI 47). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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