Paying the Cost to Be the Boss

by B.B. King  ·  1968

All B.B. King songs → Hard Songs
Low Note
B2
MIDI 47
High Note
F#4
MIDI 66
Range
19
semitones (1.6 oct)
Difficulty
Hard
hard range

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Vocal Range Breakdown

Paying the Cost to Be the Boss spans 19 semitones from B2 to F#4 (1.6 octaves). Demanding range -- best for experienced singers.

B2
F#4
Hard - Demanding range -- best for experienced singers.

Best Voice Types for This Song

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Baritone
Most common male voice
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Alto
Lower female voice

Genre

blues60s
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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing Paying the Cost to Be the Boss?
Paying the Cost to Be the Boss by B.B. King requires a vocal range from B2 to F#4, spanning 19 semitones (1.6 octaves).
Is Paying the Cost to Be the Boss hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range -- best for experienced singers. The song spans 19 semitones from B2 to F#4. This is a stretch goal. Warm up well and practice the high notes privately first.
Can I sing Paying the Cost to Be the Boss at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. Paying the Cost to Be the Boss sits between B2 and F#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 Paying the Cost to Be the Boss?
The highest note in Paying the Cost to Be the Boss by B.B. King is F#4 (MIDI 66).
What is the lowest note in Paying the Cost to Be the Boss?
The lowest note is B2 (MIDI 47).

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