Actor Out of Work

St. Vincent
Actor (2009)
Moderate 126 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmoderate
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Features an aggressive rock production with layered guitars and driving rhythms that build tension, offering moderate sensory intensity without extreme harshness. Higher melodic complexity provides engaging but not overwhelming textures.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone
Recommended for: deep listening emotional release energy

Aggressive rock track from St. Vincent's 2009 album Actor, written in one night with lyrics confronting deceit and fraud, characterized by complex melodies in C Major.

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Moods: intense, rebellious, reflective

Traditions: indie rock

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