Hey-Hey-Hey-Hey! (Goin' Back to Birmingham)

Little Richard
The Fabulous Little Richard (1956)
Intense 140 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range9/10
Sudden Changesfrequent
Texturelayered
Predictabilitylow
Vocal Stylescreaming
Notes: Little Richard's signature harsh, aggressive screaming vocals with energetic rock and roll instrumentation create an intense, hysterical sensory experience characteristic of early rock and roll.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsmild
Percussive Clickspresent
Breathing Soundspresent
Repetitive Micro-soundspresent

An exuberant early rock and roll classic featuring Little Richard's flamboyant screaming vocals and the iconic 'Hey-Hey-Hey-Hey' refrain.

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Moods: energetic, joyful, playful, rebellious

Traditions: rhythm and blues, rock and roll

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