Song DNA
Misophonia Triggers
A slacker rock love song expressing overwhelming affection for a reciprocating partner, delivered in two verses and choruses with signature jangly guitars and keyboard.
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Moods: dreamy, nostalgic, romantic
Traditions: indie rock, slacker rock
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 Mac DeMarco's catalog
We have 41 songs from Mac DeMarco in the library. Of those, 33 are rated Safe, 8 Moderate, and 0 Intense. This song's dynamic range of 4/10 sits below the artist average of 4.2, making it the #12 most dynamic track of theirs in our library.
Other tracks from 2
We have 4 songs from this album. Overall, the album leans moderate in sensory profile.
- Ode to Viceroy — safe DR 4
- Freaking Out the Neighborhood — moderate DR 6
- Cooking Up Something Good — moderate DR 5
2012 context
Released in 2012. We have 261 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 2010s.
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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: 2026-04-13. Reviewed by the Music I Want editorial team against the documented methodology.
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Frequently asked about "My Kind of Woman"
Quick answers pulled from the song's sensory analysis.
What is the sensory intensity of "My Kind of Woman" by Mac DeMarco?
"My Kind of Woman" by Mac DeMarco 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 "My Kind of Woman" — what is its dynamic range?
"My Kind of Woman" has a dynamic range of 4/10. Within normal pop-mix variation. Movement between verse and chorus but nothing dramatic.
Does "My Kind of Woman" have sudden or surprising changes?
No. "My Kind of Woman" has no sudden unsignaled changes. Every transition is musically telegraphed.
What is "My Kind of Woman" best for?
In our library "My Kind of Woman" is recommended for: anxiety relief, focus, relaxation. These tags are assigned only where the song's sensory profile genuinely supports the use case.
When was "My Kind of Woman" released?
"My Kind of Woman" is from 2012, on the album "2". It appears in our 2010s catalog.
What is the emotional mood of "My Kind of Woman"?
We tag "My Kind of Woman" as dreamy, nostalgic, romantic. Moods are tonal descriptors based on how the song reads emotionally — separate from the sensory intensity axes.
What is the vocal style of "My Kind of Woman"?
The vocal style is soft vocals.
Should I listen to "My Kind of Woman"?
If you want gentle, low-arousal music, "My Kind of Woman" is a solid pick — Low-Intensity across every sensory dimension.
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