Song DNA
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A slow-burning psychedelic track with Ennio Morricone-inspired elements, serving as a highlight from Modest Mouse's 2015 album Strangers To Ourselves.[2][4]
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Moods: contemplative, dreamy
Traditions: indie rock, psychedelic
How this song sits on each sensory axis
A dynamic range of 5/10 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: 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 Modest Mouse's catalog
We have 22 songs from Modest Mouse in the library. Of those, 1 are rated Safe, 17 Moderate, and 4 Intense. This song's dynamic range of 5/10 sits below the artist average of 6.5, making it the #21 most dynamic track of theirs in our library.
2015 context
Released in 2015. We have 372 songs from that year in our library, averaging a dynamic range of 6.3/10. 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 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: 2026-04-15. Reviewed by the Music I Want editorial team against the documented methodology.
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Frequently asked about "Of Course We Know"
Quick answers pulled from the song's sensory analysis.
What is the sensory intensity of "Of Course We Know" by Modest Mouse?
"Of Course We Know" by Modest Mouse rates as Moderate intensity. Dynamic range 5/10, mild sudden changes, layered texture. Moderate is the default for well-produced music with real arc but no surprise elements.
How loud is "Of Course We Know" — what is its dynamic range?
"Of Course We Know" has a dynamic range of 5/10. Within normal pop-mix variation. Movement between verse and chorus but nothing dramatic.
Does "Of Course We Know" have sudden or surprising changes?
"Of Course We Know" has mild sudden changes — one or two transitions worth knowing about, but they are musically resolved rather than surprise-driven.
What is "Of Course We Know" best for?
In our library "Of Course We Know" is recommended for: deep listening, relaxation. These tags are assigned only where the song's sensory profile genuinely supports the use case.
When was "Of Course We Know" released?
"Of Course We Know" is from 2015, on the album "Strangers To Ourselves". It appears in our 2010s catalog.
What is the emotional mood of "Of Course We Know"?
We tag "Of Course We Know" as contemplative, dreamy. Moods are tonal descriptors based on how the song reads emotionally — separate from the sensory intensity axes.
What is the vocal style of "Of Course We Know"?
The vocal style is dynamic vocals.
Should I listen to "Of Course We Know"?
"Of Course We Know" 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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