Theme from Shaft

Isaac Hayes
Shaft (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) (1971)
Moderate 92 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Features a prominent wah-wah guitar riff and funky bass groove with spoken-style rap vocals and call-response backups, creating rhythmic drive without overwhelming harshness. Dynamics build gradually with orchestral swells but remain controlled.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

Iconic soul-funk theme song from the 1971 film Shaft, featuring gritty spoken vocals praising the protagonist's coolness amid groovy instrumentation.

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Moods: confident, energetic, rebellious

Traditions: funk, soul

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