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Talking Heads
True Stories (1986)
Moderate 110 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Gospel-influenced organ rock with call-and-response choir vocals and David Byrne's dramatic inflections. Extended repetitive sections may trigger sensory sensitivity in some listeners.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundspresent

A gospel-stomper social commentary track featuring Jerry Harrison's organ, sturdy backbeat, and the Bert Cross Choir's powerful call-and-response vocals.

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Moods: contemplative, energetic, rebellious

Traditions: funk, gospel, rock

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