Ohio

Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
(1970)
Intense 120 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range8/10
Sudden Changesmoderate
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Raw, urgent protest with layered vocal harmonies and driving instrumentation that builds emotional intensity. The repeated refrain 'four dead in Ohio' creates a haunting, repetitive anchor throughout.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsmild
Repetitive Micro-soundspresent

A protest anthem written by Neil Young in immediate response to the Kent State shootings, featuring urgent vocals and direct political messaging.

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Moods: angry, cathartic, heavy, intense, reflective

Traditions: classic rock, protest music, rock

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