Whip It

Devo
Freedom of Choice (1980)
Moderate 152 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilityhigh
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Features distinctive, sharp synth whip cracks and a punchy drumbeat with call-and-response vocals that create rhythmic energy without overwhelming harshness. The production uses reverberant spaces for whip effects, adding spatial depth but maintaining a danceable, hook-driven flow.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

New wave synth-rock track parodying American optimism with a catchy beat, iconic whip synth sounds, and traded-off vocals by Mark Mothersbaugh and Jerry Casale.

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Moods: energetic, playful, rebellious

Traditions: new wave, synth-pop

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