On the Turning Away

Pink Floyd
A Momentary Lapse Of Reason (1987)
Moderate 92 BPM
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Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Atmospheric keys and building instrumentation create a soaring, immersive soundscape with Gilmour's emotive vocals and guitar solo providing emotional peaks without overwhelming harshness.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A progressive rock track addressing apathy toward suffering, featuring David Gilmour's soaring vocals, atmospheric keyboards, and a signature guitar solo.

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Moods: melancholy, reflective, uplifting

Traditions: progressive rock

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