I Cover the Waterfront

Billie Holiday
Songs for Distingue Lovers (1957)
Moderate 70 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturesmooth
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Stylesoft vocals
Notes: The song features a smooth, melancholic melody with soft, emotive vocals that convey a sense of longing. The instrumentation is lush yet subtle, creating a warm atmosphere.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsmild
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone
Recommended for: deep listening emotional release relaxation

A poignant jazz standard where Billie Holiday expresses deep emotions of love and loss against a backdrop of smooth instrumentation.

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Moods: introspective, melancholy, reflective

Traditions: jazz

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