Electric Light Orchestra
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Turn to Stone

Electric Light Orchestra

A fast, recognizable ELO performance with enough difficulty to reward prepared singers.

Family friendly
At a glance

Karaoke fit

Best voice
Male High
Best setting
Family party or mixed ages
Performance
Solo
Availability
Widely available
Useful detail

Performance tip

Rehearse the fast middle passage separately; it arrives suddenly and is the easiest place to lose the track.

Recommendation

Should you sing it?

“Turn to Stone” is a strong choice for a classic-hits room ready to join the chorus, especially when the audience knows the hook. The verses are manageable, but the higher chorus needs control and a little reserve.

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Quick answers

Turn to Stone karaoke FAQ

Is Turn to Stone a good karaoke song?

Yes. Turn to Stone by Electric Light Orchestra is one of the stronger crowd picks in the KaraokeMatch catalog, with a crowd score of 8/10 and a singalong score of 7/10, so most rooms will react and join in.

How hard is Turn to Stone to sing at karaoke?

Turn to Stone is rated 7/10 for karaoke difficulty, which counts as hard. Practice it first and consider lowering the key if the chorus feels strained.

Who should sing Turn to Stone at karaoke?

It suits a any voice or male high voice best.

Is Turn to Stone OK for a family karaoke night?

Yes. Turn to Stone is marked family friendly, so it works for mixed ages and family parties.

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