Song DNA
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A tender and introspective track that explores themes of love and connection.
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Moods: intimate, reflective, warm
Traditions: electronic, soul
How this song sits on each sensory axis
A dynamic range of 6/10 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: mild. There are one or two transitions worth knowing about, though they're musically resolved rather than surprise-driven.
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: soft vocals.
Where this sits in James Blake's catalog
We have 31 songs from James Blake in the library. Of those, 2 are rated Safe, 29 Moderate, and 0 Intense. This song's dynamic range of 6/10 sits below the artist average of 6.7, making it the #30 most dynamic track of theirs in our library.
Other tracks from Assume Form
We have 6 songs from this album. Overall, the album leans moderate in sensory profile.
- I'll Come Too — moderate DR 6
- Mile High — moderate DR 7
- Where's the Catch — moderate DR 6
- Save Me — moderate DR 7
- Godspeed — safe DR 5
2019 context
Released in 2019. We have 448 songs from that year in our library, averaging a dynamic range of 6.1/10. This track is about average than the year average. Explore more from the 2010s.
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Why this rating
We rate this song Moderate because it falls between our Safe and Intense thresholds on at least one dimension. Moderate is the default for most well-produced music that has real arc but no surprise elements. Full rubric: methodology.
Rating last reviewed: 2026-04-17. Reviewed by the Music I Want editorial team against the documented methodology.
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Frequently asked about "Barefoot in the Park"
Quick answers pulled from the song's sensory analysis.
What is the sensory intensity of "Barefoot in the Park" by James Blake?
"Barefoot in the Park" by James Blake rates as Moderate intensity. Dynamic range 6/10, mild sudden changes, layered texture. Moderate is the default for well-produced music with real arc but no surprise elements.
How loud is "Barefoot in the Park" — what is its dynamic range?
"Barefoot in the Park" has a dynamic range of 6/10. Noticeable climb from quiet sections to loudest point. Set opening volume slightly lower than your preferred peak.
Does "Barefoot in the Park" have sudden or surprising changes?
"Barefoot in the Park" has mild sudden changes — one or two transitions worth knowing about, but they are musically resolved rather than surprise-driven.
What is "Barefoot in the Park" best for?
In our library "Barefoot in the Park" is recommended for: emotional release, meditation, relaxation. These tags are assigned only where the song's sensory profile genuinely supports the use case.
When was "Barefoot in the Park" released?
"Barefoot in the Park" is from 2019, on the album "Assume Form". It appears in our 2010s catalog.
What is the emotional mood of "Barefoot in the Park"?
We tag "Barefoot in the Park" as intimate, reflective, warm. Moods are tonal descriptors based on how the song reads emotionally — separate from the sensory intensity axes.
What is the vocal style of "Barefoot in the Park"?
The vocal style is soft vocals.
Should I listen to "Barefoot in the Park"?
"Barefoot in the Park" is Moderate intensity — fine for most listeners, but with enough dynamic activity that it works best as active listening rather than background.
Songs with the same DNA
layered texture, similar intensity — across any genre or era.
Safer alternatives with a similar feel
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