Hurt

Nine Inch Nails
The Downward Spiral (1994)
Moderate 90 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range4/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilityhigh
Vocal Stylesoft vocals
Notes: Sparse minimalist arrangement with brittle, wavering guitar and delicate piano that slips in and out of tune, creating a haunting, damaged atmosphere; subtle ambient wind and high-pitched ring add unease without overwhelming intensity.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A haunting industrial rock ballad about self-harm, regret, and emotional pain, closing the album The Downward Spiral with raw vulnerability.

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Moods: emotional, introspective, melancholy

Traditions: industrial rock

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