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Freddie Mercury had a vocal range of nearly four octaves — range so extra it needed its own stage.

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Analyses of Mercury’s recordings often estimate a range around 3–4 octaves, depending on method and definitions. Beyond range, his control of tone, vibrato, and dynamic shifts is what made his voice so distinctive.

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