Kung Fu

Curtis Mayfield
Sweet Exorcist (1974)
Moderate 105 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilityhigh
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Hypnotic funk groove with a deceptively simple bassline and standout guitar riff creates a trance-like flow; signature falsetto vocals add emotional depth without harshness.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild
Recommended for: energy focus movement

Gritty funk track about a ghetto kid named Kung Fu navigating life's challenges, blending abstract lyrics with a hypnotic groove.

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Moods: confident, rebellious, uplifting

Traditions: funk, soul

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