He's Got the Whole World in His Hands

by Mahalia Jackson  ·  1958

All Mahalia Jackson songs → 🔴 Hard Songs Alto Songs
Low Note
D3
MIDI 50
High Note
D#5
MIDI 75
Span
25
semitones
Difficulty
Very Hard
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Vocal Range Breakdown

He's Got the Whole World in His Hands spans 25 semitones — from D3 to D#5 (2.1 octaves).

D3
D#5
🟣 Very Hard — Professional range — advanced singers only.
B4
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

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Baritone
Most common male voice

Genre

christiangospel50s

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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing He's Got the Whole World in His Hands?
He's Got the Whole World in His Hands by Mahalia Jackson requires a vocal range from A2 to B4, spanning 26 semitones — about 2.2 octaves.
Is He's Got the Whole World in His Hands hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 26 semitones from A2 to B4. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing He's Got the Whole World in His Hands at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. He's Got the Whole World in His Hands sits between A2 and B4. 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 He's Got the Whole World in His Hands?
The highest note in He's Got the Whole World in His Hands by Mahalia Jackson is B4 (MIDI 71). This is in the upper-mid range — reachable for tenors and mezzo-sopranos.
What is the lowest note in He's Got the Whole World in His Hands?
The lowest note is A2 (MIDI 45). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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