Shrike

Hozier
Wasteland, Baby! (2018)
Moderate 72 BPM
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Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Folk-influenced acoustic arrangement with Hozier's warm, expressive vocals. Builds gradually with layered instrumentation creating emotional depth without jarring transitions.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsmild
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A melancholic folk ballad using the shrike bird as a metaphor for strength and devotion emerging from a toxic, abusive relationship.

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Moods: cathartic, contemplative, emotional, introspective, melancholy

Traditions: alternative, folk, indie folk

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