Take Me to the River by Lorde
Take Me to the River by Lorde is estimated around D3 to A4, based on Lorde's typical range; song-level verification is pending. Measure your own range free to see how this song fits your voice.
Estimated from the artist’s full range, which likely spans multiple singers or harmonies; the lead melody is probably narrower. Verification pending.
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Can I sing Take Me to the River at karaoke?
Take Me to the River's 19-semitone span puts it in the top 65% widest ranges in pop songs HumMatch tracks.
Highest and lowest notes
The available song-fit estimate places the low note around D3 and the high note around A4. If either edge feels tense, try a different key.
Vocal style
A baritone would need to stretch for Take Me to the River's peak note (A4), but it lands comfortably for a tenor.
Karaoke difficulty
A span in the top 65% widest for pop helps explain Take Me to the River's 55/100 karaoke-difficulty score.
Who it likely fits
Transpose Take Me to the River down 4 semitones and the peak note fits a typical baritone's comfortable range.
Who may struggle
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Range Guide
Take Me to the River is estimated around D3 to A4. Compare that with your Vocal ID before choosing the original key. If your comfortable high note is below the song’s hardest section, try a lower key or one of the safer alternatives below.
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Best when your Vocal ID overlaps the main melody without strain.
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Easier alternatives
If it feels high, try a lower key or start with an easier song from the same artist or genre.
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Song fit FAQ
HumMatch estimates Take Me to the River at D3 to A4 (about 19 semitones), based on Lorde's typical performed range; song-level verification is pending. Compare it against your own Vocal ID and test the chorus first.
Across the 4 Lorde songs with researched vocal ranges on HumMatch, the sung notes run from C3 to C#5, about 25 semitones (roughly 2.1 octaves). See the full Lorde vocal range guide for voice type and the hardest songs.
Take Me to the River scores 55/100 for karaoke difficulty on HumMatch, which rates as moderate. A span in the top 65% widest for pop helps explain Take Me to the River's 55/100 karaoke-difficulty score.
A baritone would need to stretch for Take Me to the River's peak note (A4), but it lands comfortably for a tenor.
Transpose Take Me to the River down 4 semitones and the peak note fits a typical baritone's comfortable range.
Take Me to the River may work at karaoke if the original key sits comfortably for you and you know where the risky chorus or low phrases happen.
Hum 3 notes in HumMatch and compare your Vocal ID against Take Me to the River, safer alternatives, and higher-risk picks.
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