Song DNA
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An ambient electronic piece that explores the depths of thought and emotion through intricate soundscapes.
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Moods: contemplative, introspective, serene
Traditions: ambient, electronic
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: instrumental.
Where this sits in Jon Hopkins's catalog
We have 20 songs from Jon Hopkins in the library. Of those, 2 are rated Safe, 16 Moderate, and 2 Intense. This song's dynamic range of 7/10 sits above the artist average of 6.9, making it the #6 most dynamic track of theirs in our library.
Other tracks from Immunity
We have 13 songs from this album. Overall, the album leans moderate in sensory profile.
- Open Eye Signal — intense DR 7
- Abandon Window — safe DR 5
- We Disappear — moderate DR 7
- Immunity — moderate DR 7
- Sun Harmonics — moderate DR 7
- Collider — intense DR 8
- Asabikeshiinh — moderate DR 7
- Luminous Beings — moderate DR 7
- Scene Suspended — moderate DR 7
- Recovery — moderate DR 7
- Colour Eye — moderate DR 7
- Vessel — moderate DR 7
2013 context
Released in 2013. We have 408 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 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 "Lost in Thought"
Quick answers pulled from the song's sensory analysis.
What is the sensory intensity of "Lost in Thought" by Jon Hopkins?
"Lost in Thought" by Jon Hopkins 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 "Lost in Thought" — what is its dynamic range?
"Lost in Thought" 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 "Lost in Thought" have sudden or surprising changes?
"Lost in Thought" has mild sudden changes — one or two transitions worth knowing about, but they are musically resolved rather than surprise-driven.
What is "Lost in Thought" best for?
In our library "Lost in Thought" is recommended for: focus, meditation, relaxation. These tags are assigned only where the song's sensory profile genuinely supports the use case.
When was "Lost in Thought" released?
"Lost in Thought" is from 2013, on the album "Immunity". It appears in our 2010s catalog.
What is the emotional mood of "Lost in Thought"?
We tag "Lost in Thought" as contemplative, introspective, serene. Moods are tonal descriptors based on how the song reads emotionally — separate from the sensory intensity axes.
What is the vocal style of "Lost in Thought"?
The vocal style is instrumental.
Should I listen to "Lost in Thought"?
"Lost in Thought" is Moderate intensity — fine for most listeners, but with enough dynamic activity that it works best as active listening rather than background.
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