Superman

R.E.M.
Lifes Rich Pageant (1986)
Moderate 135 BPM
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Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilityhigh
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Upbeat power pop with confident lead vocals from Mike Mills, harmonious backing, and a screeching Godzilla toy intro that adds a quirky start but settles into steady jangly guitars and driving rhythm. Predictable structure with melodic hooks minimizes sensory overload.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

R.E.M.'s confident cover of The Clique's 1969 B-side, featuring Mike Mills on lead vocals over jangly guitars and harmonies, presented as a hidden track on Lifes Rich Pageant.

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Moods: confident, nostalgic, playful

Traditions: alternative rock, power pop

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