Song DNA
Misophonia Triggers
A punning musing on sex from Wire's debut album Pink Flag, characterized by its short, furious punk energy, key changes defying band rules, and minimalist art-punk deconstruction.
Hear it the way it was made
The right gear changes everything.
Moods: energetic, intense, rebellious
Traditions: art punk, punk
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: present. This song uses surprise as a feature. For focus or background listening, it's likely to pull your attention away; for active listening, that's often the point.
Texture is layered — a full arrangement with clear separation between parts.
Predictability is low — this song does not follow standard verse-chorus form closely, and rewards active listening more than passive listening.
Vocal style: dynamic vocals.
Where this sits in Wire's catalog
We have 16 songs from Wire in the library. Of those, 0 are rated Safe, 12 Moderate, and 4 Intense. This song's dynamic range of 7/10 sits above the artist average of 6.4, making it the #5 most dynamic track of theirs in our library.
Other tracks from Pink Flag
We have 7 songs from this album. Overall, the album leans moderate in sensory profile.
- 12XU — intense DR 7
- Three Girl Rhumba — moderate DR 7
- Mannequin — moderate DR 6
- Ex Lion Tamer — moderate DR 6
- Pink Flag — intense DR 8
- Drill — moderate DR 6
1977 context
Released in 1977. We have 226 songs from that year in our library, averaging a dynamic range of 6.4/10. This track is about average than the year average. Explore more from the 1970s.
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Why this rating
We rate this song Intense. Our rule is deliberately conservative: any one of high dynamic range, present sudden changes, harsh texture, or a strained/screamed vocal is enough to trigger Intense on its own. Full scoring 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 "106 Beats That"
Quick answers pulled from the song's sensory analysis.
What is the sensory intensity of "106 Beats That" by Wire?
"106 Beats That" by Wire rates as Intense. Dynamic range 7/10, moderate sudden changes, layered texture, dynamic vocals vocal style. Any one of high dynamic range, present sudden changes, or harsh texture triggers the Intense rating.
How loud is "106 Beats That" — what is its dynamic range?
"106 Beats That" 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 "106 Beats That" have sudden or surprising changes?
Yes. "106 Beats That" uses surprise as a compositional feature. Expect unsignaled transitions.
What is "106 Beats That" best for?
In our library "106 Beats That" is recommended for: emotional release, energy, movement. These tags are assigned only where the song's sensory profile genuinely supports the use case.
When was "106 Beats That" released?
"106 Beats That" is from 1977, on the album "Pink Flag". It appears in our 1970s catalog.
What is the emotional mood of "106 Beats That"?
We tag "106 Beats That" as energetic, intense, rebellious. Moods are tonal descriptors based on how the song reads emotionally — separate from the sensory intensity axes.
What is the vocal style of "106 Beats That"?
The vocal style is dynamic vocals.
Should I listen to "106 Beats That"?
"106 Beats That" is Intense in our ratings — dramatic dynamics, possible sudden changes, or strong vocal or textural energy. Best with intention rather than ambient use. If you are sensory-sensitive, the alternatives section surfaces calmer songs in the same mood family.
Songs with the same DNA
layered texture, similar intensity — across any genre or era.
Safer alternatives with a similar feel
These songs share similar moods but with a gentler sensory profile.
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