Song DNA
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A tender anti-folk song about a failed relationship, featuring simple acoustic guitar, whistling, and Kimya Dawson's sincere, wobbly vocals.
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Moods: intimate, melancholy, nostalgic
Traditions: anti-folk
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 Kimya Dawson's catalog
We have 9 songs from Kimya Dawson in the library. Of those, 8 are rated Safe, 1 Moderate, and 0 Intense. This song's dynamic range of 4/10 sits above the artist average of 3.7, making it the #4 most dynamic track of theirs in our library.
Other tracks from Remember That I Love You
We have 3 songs from this album. Overall, the album leans safe in sensory profile.
- Loose Lips — moderate DR 5
- My Rollercoaster — safe DR 4
2006 context
Released in 2006. We have 252 songs from that year in our library, averaging a dynamic range of 6.5/10. This track is quieter / less dynamic than the year average. Explore more from the 2000s.
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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: 2026-04-18. Reviewed by the Music I Want editorial team against the documented methodology.
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Frequently asked about "Tire Swing"
Quick answers pulled from the song's sensory analysis.
What is the sensory intensity of "Tire Swing" by Kimya Dawson?
"Tire Swing" by Kimya Dawson 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 "Tire Swing" — what is its dynamic range?
"Tire Swing" has a dynamic range of 4/10. Within normal pop-mix variation. Movement between verse and chorus but nothing dramatic.
Does "Tire Swing" have sudden or surprising changes?
No. "Tire Swing" has no sudden unsignaled changes. Every transition is musically telegraphed.
What is "Tire Swing" best for?
In our library "Tire Swing" is recommended for: anxiety relief, bedtime, quiet play, relaxation. These tags are assigned only where the song's sensory profile genuinely supports the use case.
When was "Tire Swing" released?
"Tire Swing" is from 2006, on the album "Remember That I Love You". It appears in our 2000s catalog.
What is the emotional mood of "Tire Swing"?
We tag "Tire Swing" as intimate, melancholy, nostalgic. Moods are tonal descriptors based on how the song reads emotionally — separate from the sensory intensity axes.
What is the vocal style of "Tire Swing"?
The vocal style is soft vocals.
Should I listen to "Tire Swing"?
If you want gentle, low-arousal music, "Tire Swing" is a solid pick — Low-Intensity across every sensory dimension.
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