Hip to Be Square

by Huey Lewis and the News  ·  1986

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A4
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

Perfect For These Voice Types

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Baritone
Most common male voice

Genre

poprock80s

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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing Hip to Be Square?
Hip to Be Square by Huey Lewis and the News requires a vocal range from B2 to A4, spanning 22 semitones — about 1.8 octaves.
Is Hip to Be Square hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 22 semitones from B2 to A4. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing Hip to Be Square at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. Hip to Be Square sits between B2 and A4. 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 Hip to Be Square?
The highest note in Hip to Be Square by Huey Lewis and the News is A4 (MIDI 69). This is in the upper-mid range — reachable for tenors and mezzo-sopranos.
What is the lowest note in Hip to Be Square?
The lowest note is B2 (MIDI 47). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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