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J. Cole
Cole World: The Sideline Story (2011)
Moderate 92 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range5/10
Sudden Changesnone
Texturelayered
Predictabilityhigh
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Funky, chill hip-hop with prominent Auto-Tune effects and '70s-inspired wah-wah guitar. The production is smooth and groove-oriented without jarring transitions.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

A laid-back hip-hop track about casual relationships, featuring sampled elements from Kanye West and Paula Abdul with funk-influenced production.

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Moods: chill, confident, playful, reflective

Traditions: R&B, funk, hip-hop

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