Can you sing The Only Exception by Paramore?
The Only Exception by Paramore is estimated around C3 to D5, based on Paramore'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 The Only Exception at karaoke?
The Only Exception's 26-semitone span puts it in the top 14% widest ranges in rock songs HumMatch tracks.
Highest and lowest notes
The available song-fit estimate places the low note around C3 and the high note around D5. If either edge feels tense, try a different key.
Vocal style
The Only Exception's peak note (D5) sits above a typical tenor's comfort zone but inside an alto's.
Karaoke difficulty
Karaoke familiarity for The Only Exception sits at 34/100: less recognizable than the typical rock song HumMatch tracks (median 50).
Who it likely fits
A span in the top 14% widest for rock helps explain The Only Exception's 78/100 karaoke-difficulty score.
Who may struggle
Transpose The Only Exception down 5 semitones and the peak note fits a typical tenor's comfortable range.
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Range Guide
The Only Exception is estimated around C3 to D5. 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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Balanced voices may find this approachable.
Requires versatility, key awareness, and a comfortable upper edge.
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Song fit FAQ
HumMatch estimates The Only Exception at C3 to D5 (about 26 semitones), based on Paramore's typical performed range; song-level verification is pending. Compare it against your own Vocal ID and test the chorus first.
Across the 1 Paramore song with researched vocal ranges on HumMatch, the sung notes run from B3 to B5, about 24 semitones (roughly 2 octaves). See the full Paramore vocal range guide for voice type and the hardest songs.
The Only Exception scores 78/100 for karaoke difficulty on HumMatch, which rates as higher-risk. Karaoke familiarity for The Only Exception sits at 34/100: less recognizable than the typical rock song HumMatch tracks (median 50).
The Only Exception's peak note (D5) sits above a typical tenor's comfort zone but inside an alto's.
A span in the top 14% widest for rock helps explain The Only Exception's 78/100 karaoke-difficulty score.
The Only Exception may work at karaoke if the original key sits comfortably for you and you know where the risky chorus or low phrases happen.
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