Kimberly

Patti Smith
Horses (1975)
Moderate 126 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Atmospheric and evocative with organ swells and steady rock instrumentation creating a dreamy yet tense feel; gentle builds evoke storm imagery without harsh aggression.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A tender, poetic rock ballad from Patti Smith's debut album Horses, recounting holding her baby sister Kimberly during a lightning storm as bats flew from a burning barn.

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Moods: dreamy, intimate, introspective, melancholy, nostalgic

Traditions: art rock, proto-punk, punk rock

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