Johnny Was

Bob Marley & The Wailers
Rastaman Vibration (1976)
Moderate 75 BPM
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Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilityhigh
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Smooth reggae groove with steady percussion and layered backing vocals creates a rhythmic, flowing texture without harsh edges. Lament-like delivery evokes emotional depth but remains grounded in predictable island rhythms.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A poignant reggae lament about a mother's grief over her son's senseless death in urban violence, delivered with Bob Marley's soulful vocals and the Wailers' tight instrumentation.

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Moods: melancholy, reflective

Traditions: reggae

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