Pursuit of Happiness (Nightmare)

Kid Cudi
Man on the Moon: The End of Day (2009)
Moderate 87 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Layered electronic production with echoing synths and steady beats creates a dreamy yet introspective atmosphere; vocals shift from mellow introspection to regretful intensity without harsh abruptness.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A melancholic hip-hop track exploring the dark side of chasing happiness through substance abuse, featuring production by Ratatat and vocals from MGMT.

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Moods: introspective, melancholy, reflective

Traditions: hip-hop, psychedelic

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