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Fiona Apple
When The Pawn… (1999)
Moderate 65 BPM
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Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: A torchy ballad with swelling strings, piano, and drums that build emotional intensity without overwhelming harshness; Fiona Apple's deep, weary vocals shift from whispers to high notes with wavering ache.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A deeply sad torchy ballad about patience and denial in a doomed clandestine relationship, featuring intricate lyrics and largo instrumentation.

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Moods: emotional, introspective, melancholy

Traditions: alternative rock, torch song

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