You've Really Got a Hold on Me

by Smokey Robinson & the Miracles  ·  1962

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G4
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing You've Really Got a Hold on Me?
You've Really Got a Hold on Me by Smokey Robinson & the Miracles requires a vocal range from G2 to G4, spanning 24 semitones — about 2.0 octaves.
Is You've Really Got a Hold on Me hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 24 semitones from G2 to G4. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing You've Really Got a Hold on Me at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. You've Really Got a Hold on Me sits between G2 and G4. 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 You've Really Got a Hold on Me?
The highest note in You've Really Got a Hold on Me by Smokey Robinson & the Miracles is G4 (MIDI 67). This is in the upper-mid range — reachable for tenors and mezzo-sopranos.
What is the lowest note in You've Really Got a Hold on Me?
The lowest note is G2 (MIDI 43). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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