Smooth Criminal

by Michael Jackson  ·  1987

All Michael Jackson songs → 🔴 Hard Songs Tenor Songs
Low Note
E2
MIDI 40
High Note
C6
MIDI 84
Span
44
semitones
Difficulty
Very Hard
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Vocal Range Breakdown

Smooth Criminal spans 44 semitones — from E2 to C6 (3.7 octaves).

E2
C6
🟣 Very Hard — Professional range — advanced singers only.
G♯4
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

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Baritone
Most common male voice

Genre

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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing Smooth Criminal?
Smooth Criminal by Michael Jackson requires a vocal range from G♯2 to G♯4, spanning 24 semitones — about 2.0 octaves.
Is Smooth Criminal hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 24 semitones from G♯2 to G♯4. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing Smooth Criminal at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. Smooth Criminal sits between G♯2 and G♯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 Smooth Criminal?
The highest note in Smooth Criminal by Michael Jackson is G♯4 (MIDI 68). This is in the upper-mid range — reachable for tenors and mezzo-sopranos.
What is the lowest note in Smooth Criminal?
The lowest note is G♯2 (MIDI 44). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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