Should Have Known Better

Sufjan Stevens
Carrie & Lowell (2015)
Safe 85 BPM
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Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range3/10
Sudden Changesnone
Texturesmooth
Predictabilityhigh
Vocal Stylesoft vocals
Notes: Sparse acoustic guitar and electric piano create a gentle, intimate soundscape with half-whispered vocals and understated backing chorus, free of harsh elements or abrupt shifts. The arrangement remains consistently soft and unobtrusive throughout.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A poignant folk ballad reflecting on grief, loss, regret, and faint hope through autobiographical lyrics about family abandonment and personal resurrection.

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Moods: introspective, melancholy, reflective

Traditions: folk, indie

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