Song DNA
Misophonia Triggers
A romantic ballad originally written as a prayer, expressing deep love and gratitude through heartfelt lyrics and lush, Celtic-influenced arrangement.
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Moods: nostalgic, romantic, serene
Traditions: celtic soul, soft 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 Van Morrison's catalog
We have 27 songs from Van Morrison in the library. Of those, 17 are rated Safe, 8 Moderate, and 2 Intense. This song's dynamic range of 4/10 sits below the artist average of 5.5, making it the #23 most dynamic track of theirs in our library.
Other tracks from Avalon Sunset
We have 2 songs from this album. Overall, the album leans safe in sensory profile.
- These Are the Days — safe DR 4
1989 context
Released in 1989. We have 219 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 1980s.
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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: 2026-04-14. Reviewed by the Music I Want editorial team against the documented methodology.
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Frequently asked about "Have I Told You Lately"
Quick answers pulled from the song's sensory analysis.
What is the sensory intensity of "Have I Told You Lately" by Van Morrison?
"Have I Told You Lately" by Van Morrison 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 "Have I Told You Lately" — what is its dynamic range?
"Have I Told You Lately" has a dynamic range of 4/10. Within normal pop-mix variation. Movement between verse and chorus but nothing dramatic.
Does "Have I Told You Lately" have sudden or surprising changes?
No. "Have I Told You Lately" has no sudden unsignaled changes. Every transition is musically telegraphed.
What is "Have I Told You Lately" best for?
In our library "Have I Told You Lately" is recommended for: anxiety relief, deep listening, relaxation. These tags are assigned only where the song's sensory profile genuinely supports the use case.
When was "Have I Told You Lately" released?
"Have I Told You Lately" is from 1989, on the album "Avalon Sunset". It appears in our 1980s catalog.
What is the emotional mood of "Have I Told You Lately"?
We tag "Have I Told You Lately" as nostalgic, romantic, serene. Moods are tonal descriptors based on how the song reads emotionally — separate from the sensory intensity axes.
What is the vocal style of "Have I Told You Lately"?
The vocal style is soft vocals.
Should I listen to "Have I Told You Lately"?
If you want gentle, low-arousal music, "Have I Told You Lately" is a solid pick — Low-Intensity across every sensory dimension.
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