Hard Travelin'

Woody Guthrie
Dust Bowl Ballads (1940)
Moderate 120 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range5/10
Sudden Changesnone
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: The song features a steady rhythm with a folk sound that evokes a sense of journey and resilience. Woody's expressive vocals convey a narrative quality that draws the listener in.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

A folk song that reflects the struggles and experiences of traveling during the Great Depression.

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Moods: introspective, reflective

Traditions: folk

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