When You Were Young

by The Killers  ·  2006

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Low Note
F#2
MIDI 42
High Note
G#5
MIDI 80
Span
38
semitones
Difficulty
Very Hard
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Vocal Range Breakdown

When You Were Young spans 38 semitones — from F#2 to G#5 (3.2 octaves).

F#2
G#5
🟣 Very Hard — Professional range — advanced singers only.
C5
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

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Baritone
Most common male voice

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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing When You Were Young?
When You Were Young by The Killers requires a vocal range from G2 to C5, spanning 29 semitones — about 2.4 octaves.
Is When You Were Young hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 29 semitones from G2 to C5. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing When You Were Young at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. When You Were Young sits between G2 and C5. 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 When You Were Young?
The highest note in When You Were Young by The Killers is C5 (MIDI 72). This puts it in soprano/high tenor territory — a challenging note for most singers.
What is the lowest note in When You Were Young?
The lowest note is G2 (MIDI 43). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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