Shake Me, Wake Me (When It's Over)

by Four Tops  ·  1966

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Low Note
A2
MIDI 45
High Note
C#5
MIDI 73
Span
28
semitones
Difficulty
Very Hard
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Vocal Range Breakdown

Shake Me, Wake Me (When It's Over) spans 28 semitones — from A2 to C#5 (2.3 octaves).

A2
C#5
🟣 Very Hard — Professional range — advanced singers only.
A4
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

Perfect For These Voice Types

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Baritone
Most common male voice

Genre

rnbsoul60s

Best For

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Road Trip
Upbeat singalong
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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing Shake Me, Wake Me (When It's Over)?
Shake Me, Wake Me (When It's Over) by Four Tops requires a vocal range from A2 to A4, spanning 24 semitones — about 2.0 octaves.
Is Shake Me, Wake Me (When It's Over) hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 24 semitones from A2 to A4. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing Shake Me, Wake Me (When It's Over) at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. Shake Me, Wake Me (When It's Over) sits between A2 and A4. 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 Shake Me, Wake Me (When It's Over)?
The highest note in Shake Me, Wake Me (When It's Over) by Four Tops is A4 (MIDI 69). This is in the upper-mid range — reachable for tenors and mezzo-sopranos.
What is the lowest note in Shake Me, Wake Me (When It's Over)?
The lowest note is A2 (MIDI 45). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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