Top of the World by The Carpenters
Top of the World by The Carpenters is estimated around C3 to A4, based on The Carpenters'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 Top of the World at karaoke?
Top of the World's 21-semitone span puts it in the top 12% 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 A4. If either edge feels tense, try a different key.
Vocal style
A4 is Top of the World's ceiling: out of a baritone's comfort zone, but well within a tenor's.
Karaoke difficulty
A span in the top 12% widest for Rock helps explain Top of the World's 55/100 karaoke-difficulty score.
Who it likely fits
Transpose Top of the World down 4 semitones and the peak note fits a typical baritone's comfortable range.
Who may struggle
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Range Guide
Top of the World is estimated around C3 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 Top of the World at C3 to A4 (about 21 semitones), based on The Carpenters's typical performed range; song-level verification is pending. Compare it against your own Vocal ID and test the chorus first.
Across the 1 The Carpenters song with researched vocal ranges on HumMatch, the sung notes run from E3 to A4, about 17 semitones (roughly 1.4 octaves). See the full The Carpenters vocal range guide for voice type and the hardest songs.
Top of the World scores 55/100 for karaoke difficulty on HumMatch, which rates as moderate. A span in the top 12% widest for Rock helps explain Top of the World's 55/100 karaoke-difficulty score.
A4 is Top of the World's ceiling: out of a baritone's comfort zone, but well within a tenor's.
Transpose Top of the World down 4 semitones and the peak note fits a typical baritone's comfortable range.
Top of the World 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 Top of the World, safer alternatives, and higher-risk picks.
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