Grapefruit Moon

Tom Waits
Closing Time (1973)
Moderate 60 BPM
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Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range5/10
Sudden Changesnone
Texturesmooth
Predictabilityhigh
Vocal Stylesoft vocals
Notes: Lush orchestration with strings and double bass creates a warm, melancholic atmosphere. Tom Waits' weathered voice delivers intimate, sozzled sentimentality over gentle instrumentation with minimal jarring elements.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A contemplative ballad from Waits' debut album featuring orchestral arrangements and introspective lyrics about nostalgia and the passage of time.

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Moods: contemplative, intimate, melancholy, nostalgic, warm

Traditions: jazz ballad, noir, singer-songwriter

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