Paint It Black

by The Rolling Stones  ·  1966

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Low Note
C#2
MIDI 37
High Note
C#6
MIDI 85
Span
48
semitones
Difficulty
Very Hard
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Vocal Range Breakdown

Paint It Black spans 48 semitones — from C#2 to C#6 (4.0 octaves).

C#2
C#6
🟣 Very Hard — Professional range — advanced singers only.
A♯4
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

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Baritone
Most common male voice

Genre

classicrock60s

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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing Paint It Black?
Paint It Black by The Rolling Stones requires a vocal range from F♯2 to A♯4, spanning 28 semitones — about 2.3 octaves.
Is Paint It Black hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 28 semitones from F♯2 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 Paint It Black at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. Paint It Black sits between F♯2 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 Paint It Black?
The highest note in Paint It Black by The Rolling Stones is A♯4 (MIDI 70). This is in the upper-mid range — reachable for tenors and mezzo-sopranos.
What is the lowest note in Paint It Black?
The lowest note is F♯2 (MIDI 42). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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