My Cat's Name Is Maceo
Song DNA
Misophonia Triggers
A quirky and energetic track that showcases Jane's Addiction's unique blend of alternative rock and eclectic influences.
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Moods: energetic, introspective, playful
Traditions: alternative rock
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: 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: dynamic vocals.
Where this sits in Jane's Addiction's catalog
We have 20 songs from Jane's Addiction in the library. Of those, 0 are rated Safe, 16 Moderate, and 4 Intense. This song's dynamic range of 7/10 sits below the artist average of 7.1, making it the #14 most dynamic track of theirs in our library.
Other tracks from Ritual de lo Habitual
We have 7 songs from this album. Overall, the album leans moderate in sensory profile.
- Been Caught Stealing — moderate DR 6
- Stop — moderate DR 7
- Three Days — intense DR 8
- Irresistible Force — intense DR 8
- Classic Girl — moderate DR 7
- Then She Did — moderate DR 7
1990 context
Released in 1990. We have 238 songs from that year in our library, averaging a dynamic range of 6.5/10. This track is about average than the year average. Explore more from the 1990s.
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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: 2026-04-16. Reviewed by the Music I Want editorial team against the documented methodology.
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Frequently asked about "My Cat's Name Is Maceo"
Quick answers pulled from the song's sensory analysis.
What is the sensory intensity of "My Cat's Name Is Maceo" by Jane's Addiction?
"My Cat's Name Is Maceo" by Jane's Addiction rates as Moderate intensity. Dynamic range 7/10, mild sudden changes, layered texture. Moderate is the default for well-produced music with real arc but no surprise elements.
How loud is "My Cat's Name Is Maceo" — what is its dynamic range?
"My Cat's Name Is Maceo" 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 "My Cat's Name Is Maceo" have sudden or surprising changes?
"My Cat's Name Is Maceo" has mild sudden changes — one or two transitions worth knowing about, but they are musically resolved rather than surprise-driven.
What is "My Cat's Name Is Maceo" best for?
In our library "My Cat's Name Is Maceo" is recommended for: emotional release, energy, movement. These tags are assigned only where the song's sensory profile genuinely supports the use case.
When was "My Cat's Name Is Maceo" released?
"My Cat's Name Is Maceo" is from 1990, on the album "Ritual de lo Habitual". It appears in our 1990s catalog.
What is the emotional mood of "My Cat's Name Is Maceo"?
We tag "My Cat's Name Is Maceo" as energetic, introspective, playful. Moods are tonal descriptors based on how the song reads emotionally — separate from the sensory intensity axes.
What is the vocal style of "My Cat's Name Is Maceo"?
The vocal style is dynamic vocals.
Should I listen to "My Cat's Name Is Maceo"?
"My Cat's Name Is Maceo" 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
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Safer alternatives with a similar feel
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