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Kanye West
Graduation (2007)
Moderate 85 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Energizing hip hop track with a prominent Steely Dan sample creating a layered, electro-R&B texture; dynamic rapping over steady beats provides moderate intensity without overwhelming harshness.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

Hip hop, electro, and R&B song from Kanye West's Graduation album, sampling Steely Dan's 'Kid Charlemagne' and focusing lyrically on his relationship with his father Ray West.

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Moods: confident, energetic, uplifting

Traditions: R&B, electro, hip hop

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