Step Right Up

Tom Waits
Small Change (1976)
Moderate 120 BPM
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Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Rapid-fire, gruff vocal delivery over upbeat jazz instrumentation creates an energetic, theatrical atmosphere. The rhythmic bass line and horn section provide steady accompaniment to Waits' auctioneer-like performance.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

An up-tempo novelty song parodying a carnival barker's sales pitch, critiquing consumerism and advertising through absurdist humor and rapid-fire lyrics.

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Moods: energetic, playful, rebellious, satirical

Traditions: beat poetry, jazz, novelty

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