The song features Mariah's signature whistle register, hitting an incredible G7 note - one of the highest notes ever recorded in popular music.
Highest Note: G7 (3136 Hz)
This note is so high it's beyond the range of many musical instruments!
1991
The Star-Spangled Banner
Whitney Houston
Whitney's Super Bowl XXV performance is considered one of the greatest renditions of the national anthem ever, featuring her powerful sustained notes and perfect pitch.
Highest Note: E5 (659 Hz)
This performance was released as a single and reached the Top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100.
1975
Bohemian Rhapsody
Queen (Freddie Mercury)
This masterpiece showcases Freddie's incredible 4-octave range, from F2 to F6, with seamless transitions between different vocal styles.
Range: F2 (87 Hz) to F6 (1397 Hz)
The song's operatic section took over 180 separate overdubs to complete!
1987
Welcome to the Jungle
Guns N' Roses (Axl Rose)
Features Axl's signature screams and one of the widest vocal ranges in rock music, spanning nearly 6 octaves.
Range: F1 (44 Hz) to Bb6 (1867 Hz)
Axl Rose has the largest vocal range of any known popular music singer!
1983
Thriller
Michael Jackson
Demonstrates Michael's incredible vocal control and ability to switch between chest voice and falsetto seamlessly.
Range: Eb2 (78 Hz) to Eb6 (1245 Hz)
Michael's vocal hiccups and gasps became his signature style elements.
2013
The Way
Ariana Grande
Introduced Ariana's impressive whistle register to mainstream audiences, drawing comparisons to Mariah Carey.
Range: D3 (147 Hz) to E7 (2637 Hz)
Ariana can sing in all 5 vocal registers: whistle, falsetto, head, mixed, and chest!