Hang Down Your Head

Tom Waits
Rain Dogs (1985)
Moderate 120 BPM
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Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range5/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilityhigh
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Features Tom Waits' gravelly, idiosyncratic vocals over a conventional folk rock arrangement with twangy guitar, creating a brooding atmosphere without harsh or abrasive elements. Repetitive chorus structure provides rhythmic consistency, suitable for sensory-sensitive listeners.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

A folk rock ballad from Tom Waits' 1985 album Rain Dogs, with direct lyrics of sorrow and departure delivered in Waits' distinctive raspy voice and a melodic structure.

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Moods: melancholy, reflective

Traditions: folk rock

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