Illegal Smile

by John Prine  ·  1971

All John Prine songs → 🔴 Hard Songs Tenor Songs
Low Note
F2
MIDI 41
High Note
D5
MIDI 74
Span
33
semitones
Difficulty
Very Hard
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Vocal Range Breakdown

Illegal Smile spans 33 semitones — from F2 to D5 (2.8 octaves).

F2
D5
🟣 Very Hard — Professional range — advanced singers only.
A♯4
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

Perfect For These Voice Types

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Baritone
Most common male voice

Genre

folkcountry70s

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Road Trip
Upbeat singalong
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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing Illegal Smile?
Illegal Smile by John Prine requires a vocal range from B2 to A♯4, spanning 23 semitones — about 1.9 octaves.
Is Illegal Smile hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 23 semitones from B2 to A♯4. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing Illegal Smile at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. Illegal Smile sits between B2 and A♯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 Illegal Smile?
The highest note in Illegal Smile by John Prine is A♯4 (MIDI 70). This is in the upper-mid range — reachable for tenors and mezzo-sopranos.
What is the lowest note in Illegal Smile?
The lowest note is B2 (MIDI 47). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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