Rock Steady

by Aretha Franklin  ·  1971

All Aretha Franklin songs → 🔴 Hard Songs Alto Songs
Low Note
G2
MIDI 43
High Note
D6
MIDI 86
Span
43
semitones
Difficulty
Very Hard
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Vocal Range Breakdown

Rock Steady spans 43 semitones — from G2 to D6 (3.6 octaves).

G2
D6
🟣 Very Hard — Professional range — advanced singers only.
D5
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

Perfect For These Voice Types

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Tenor
Higher male range
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Alto
Lower female range
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Mezzo-Soprano
Mid female range

Genre

soulrnb70s

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Road Trip
Upbeat singalong
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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing Rock Steady?
Rock Steady by Aretha Franklin requires a vocal range from G3 to D5, spanning 19 semitones — about 1.6 octaves.
Is Rock Steady hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 19 semitones from G3 to D5. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing Rock Steady at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. Rock Steady sits between G3 and D5. 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 Rock Steady?
The highest note in Rock Steady by Aretha Franklin is D5 (MIDI 74). This puts it in soprano/high tenor territory — a challenging note for most singers.
What is the lowest note in Rock Steady?
The lowest note is G3 (MIDI 55). The low note is in the tenor/alto range — no deep bass required.

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