Song DNA
Misophonia Triggers
Al Green's soulful cover of Kris Kristofferson's melancholic ballad features tender vocals and lush instrumentation, transforming a country classic into a heartfelt soul rendition.
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Moods: intimate, melancholy, reflective
Traditions: r&b, soul
How this song sits on each sensory axis
A dynamic range of 4/10 is within the normal pop-mix band. There is variation between verse and chorus, but it's the kind of variation most listeners encounter routinely.
Sudden changes: none. Transitions are musically signaled — nothing will surprise you if you're only half-listening.
Texture: smooth.
Predictability is high — the song telegraphs what it will do next. A sensory-sensitive listener can usually guess where it's going without close attention.
Vocal style: soft vocals.
Where this sits in Al Green's catalog
We have 19 songs from Al Green in the library. Of those, 15 are rated Safe, 4 Moderate, and 0 Intense. This song's dynamic range of 4/10 sits below the artist average of 5.3, making it the #17 most dynamic track of theirs in our library.
Other tracks from I'm Still in Love with You
We have 5 songs from this album. Overall, the album leans safe in sensory profile.
- Love and Happiness — safe DR 4
- Look What You Done for Me — safe DR 5
- I'm Still in Love with You — safe DR 6
- Simply Beautiful — safe DR 5
1972 context
Released in 1972. We have 269 songs from that year in our library, averaging a dynamic range of 6.0/10. This track is quieter / less dynamic than the year average. Explore more from the 1970s.
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Why this rating
We rate this song Safe because its dynamic range stays within our low-variance band, there are no unsignaled changes, and the texture and vocal style are both in the low-fatigue range. Our methodology uses an AND rule for Safe — a song has to clear every dimension to earn the rating.
Rating last reviewed: 2026-04-15. Reviewed by the Music I Want editorial team against the documented methodology.
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Frequently asked about "For the Good Times"
Quick answers pulled from the song's sensory analysis.
What is the sensory intensity of "For the Good Times" by Al Green?
"For the Good Times" by Al Green rates as Low-Intensity. Dynamic range 4/10, no sudden changes, smooth texture. Our Low-Intensity rating means no single dimension triggers the higher-intensity thresholds.
How loud is "For the Good Times" — what is its dynamic range?
"For the Good Times" has a dynamic range of 4/10. Within normal pop-mix variation. Movement between verse and chorus but nothing dramatic.
Does "For the Good Times" have sudden or surprising changes?
No. "For the Good Times" has no sudden unsignaled changes. Every transition is musically telegraphed.
What is "For the Good Times" best for?
In our library "For the Good Times" is recommended for: anxiety relief, deep listening, relaxation. These tags are assigned only where the song's sensory profile genuinely supports the use case.
When was "For the Good Times" released?
"For the Good Times" is from 1972, on the album "I'm Still in Love with You". It appears in our 1970s catalog.
What is the emotional mood of "For the Good Times"?
We tag "For the Good Times" as intimate, melancholy, reflective. Moods are tonal descriptors based on how the song reads emotionally — separate from the sensory intensity axes.
What is the vocal style of "For the Good Times"?
The vocal style is soft vocals.
Should I listen to "For the Good Times"?
If you want gentle, low-arousal music, "For the Good Times" is a solid pick — Low-Intensity across every sensory dimension.
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