So You Are Tired

Sufjan Stevens
Javelin (2023)
Moderate 70 BPM
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Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Stylesoft vocals
Notes: The song unfolds with warm piano and husky whispers, gradually layering in choral harmonies, strings, guitar, and light percussion for an enveloping yet gentle build without harsh edges. Its emotional depth creates a transcendent lift, ideal for introspective listening but potentially stirring for high sensitivity.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A lush, introspective chamber-folk ballad reflecting on regret, lost love, and spiritual searching, building from stripped-back piano to choral grandeur.

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Moods: introspective, melancholy, transcendent

Traditions: chamber folk, indie folk

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