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Long Division

Fugazi
In on the Kill Taker (1993)
Intense 120 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmoderate
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: The song features a driving rhythm with layered guitars that create a sense of urgency. The dynamic vocals convey a mix of intensity and emotion.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

A powerful post-hardcore track that explores themes of frustration and societal critique.

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Moods: intense, reflective

Traditions: post-hardcore

How this song sits on each sensory axis

A dynamic range of 7/10 means this song moves. Expect a real volume climb between quiet sections and the loudest part of the arrangement — enough that you may want to set the initial volume below where you'd normally land.

Sudden changes: present. This song uses surprise as a feature. For focus or background listening, it's likely to pull your attention away; for active listening, that's often the point.

Texture is layered — a full arrangement with clear separation between parts.

Predictability is medium — conventional structure overall, with one or two moments that deviate from what you'd expect.

Vocal style: dynamic vocals.

Where this sits in Fugazi's catalog

We have 32 songs from Fugazi in the library. Of those, 0 are rated Safe, 7 Moderate, and 25 Intense. This song's dynamic range of 7/10 sits below the artist average of 7.8, making it the #28 most dynamic track of theirs in our library.

Other tracks from In on the Kill Taker

We have 8 songs from this album. Overall, the album leans intense in sensory profile.

1993 context

Released in 1993. We have 260 songs from that year in our library, averaging a dynamic range of 6.6/10. This track is about average than the year average. Explore more from the 1990s.

Explore by mood and tradition

Moods
intense · 2409reflective · 5792
Traditions
post-hardcore · 78

Why this rating

We rate this song Intense. Our rule is deliberately conservative: any one of high dynamic range, present sudden changes, harsh texture, or a strained/screamed vocal is enough to trigger Intense on its own. Full scoring rubric: methodology.

Rating last reviewed: 2026-04-17. Reviewed by the Music I Want editorial team against the documented methodology.

Think this rating is wrong? Email the editor — every message is read and ratings get revised.

Frequently asked about "Long Division"

Quick answers pulled from the song's sensory analysis.

What is the sensory intensity of "Long Division" by Fugazi?

"Long Division" by Fugazi rates as Intense. Dynamic range 7/10, moderate sudden changes, layered texture, dynamic vocals vocal style. Any one of high dynamic range, present sudden changes, or harsh texture triggers the Intense rating.

How loud is "Long Division" — what is its dynamic range?

"Long Division" has a dynamic range of 7/10. Noticeable climb from quiet sections to loudest point. Set opening volume slightly lower than your preferred peak.

Does "Long Division" have sudden or surprising changes?

Yes. "Long Division" uses surprise as a compositional feature. Expect unsignaled transitions.

What is "Long Division" best for?

In our library "Long Division" is recommended for: emotional release, movement, workout. These tags are assigned only where the song's sensory profile genuinely supports the use case.

When was "Long Division" released?

"Long Division" is from 1993, on the album "In on the Kill Taker". It appears in our 1990s catalog.

What is the emotional mood of "Long Division"?

We tag "Long Division" as intense, reflective. Moods are tonal descriptors based on how the song reads emotionally — separate from the sensory intensity axes.

What is the vocal style of "Long Division"?

The vocal style is dynamic vocals.

Should I listen to "Long Division"?

"Long Division" is Intense in our ratings — dramatic dynamics, possible sudden changes, or strong vocal or textural energy. Best with intention rather than ambient use. If you are sensory-sensitive, the alternatives section surfaces calmer songs in the same mood family.

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