Cruel

St. Vincent
Strange Mercy (2011)
Moderate 126 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmoderate
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Smooth, connected vocals with minimal vibrato pair with distorted electric guitar riffs and non-traditional reverb effects, creating an eccentric texture. Dynamics shift from soft verses to loud choruses, with moderate transitions that build intensity without extreme abruptness.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

Eccentric indie rock track featuring studious vocals, powerful guitar distortion, and lyrics critiquing domestic expectations.

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Moods: emotional, intense, rebellious

Traditions: indie rock

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