Maye by Carlos Vives
Maye by Carlos Vives is estimated around C3 to G#4, based on Carlos Vives'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 Maye at karaoke?
Maye covers 20 semitones top to bottom, good for a top-62% placement among the HumMatch catalog.
Highest and lowest notes
The available song-fit estimate places the low note around C3 and the high note around G#4. If either edge feels tense, try a different key.
Vocal style
On Maye, G#4 climbs past what's comfortable for a baritone, though a tenor can reach it without strain.
Karaoke difficulty
That top-62%-widest span across the catalog is a big part of why Maye scores 55/100 for karaoke difficulty.
Who it likely fits
Dropping 3 semitones would bring Maye's peak note inside a typical baritone's comfortable range.
Who may struggle
HumMatch is still gathering enough data on this song for a deeper breakdown.
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Range Guide
Maye is estimated around C3 to G#4. 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.
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Best when your Vocal ID overlaps the main melody without strain.
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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 Maye at C3 to G#4 (about 20 semitones), based on Carlos Vives's typical performed range; song-level verification is pending. Compare it against your own Vocal ID and test the chorus first.
Across the 8 Carlos Vives songs with researched vocal ranges on HumMatch, the sung notes run from G#2 to A4, about 25 semitones (roughly 2.1 octaves). See the full Carlos Vives vocal range guide for voice type and the hardest songs.
Maye scores 55/100 for karaoke difficulty on HumMatch, which rates as moderate. That top-62%-widest span across the catalog is a big part of why Maye scores 55/100 for karaoke difficulty.
On Maye, G#4 climbs past what's comfortable for a baritone, though a tenor can reach it without strain.
Dropping 3 semitones would bring Maye's peak note inside a typical baritone's comfortable range.
Maye 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 Maye, safer alternatives, and higher-risk picks.
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