Singapore

Tom Waits
Rain Dogs (1985)
Moderate 110 BPM
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Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Gravelly, raspy vocals over an oompah rhythm with double bass, trombone, dissonant guitar, and percussive elements like glugging bottles and thunking barrels create a vivid, seedy maritime atmosphere. The hushed to spiky delivery adds unpredictability without overwhelming intensity.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

Opening track of Rain Dogs featuring a sea shanty-style narrative about sailing to Singapore with a mad crew, blending Kurt Weill influences and eccentric instrumentation.

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Moods: introspective, melancholy, rebellious

Traditions: alternative rock, blues, experimental

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