Samson and Delilah

Grateful Dead
Terrapin Station (1977)
Moderate 120 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Rousing live performances feature tight guitar interplay and strong group vocals over dual drum rhythms, creating an energetic yet structured flow. The production builds gradually with jamming elements typical of Grateful Dead shows.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

Grateful Dead's adaptation of the traditional gospel-blues song 'Samson and Delilah' (also known as 'If I Had My Way'), led by Bob Weir's vocals, retells the biblical story with a reverse narrative and became a live staple from 1976 onward.

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Moods: energetic, rebellious, uplifting

Traditions: blues rock, gospel, jam band

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