Working for the Man

Roy Orbison
(1962)
Moderate 120 BPM
AI-analyzed — check another song
Share on X Facebook

Song DNA

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilityhigh
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Orbison's low, simmering vocal intensity delivers a quiet desperation over a steady rockabilly beat that mirrors workplace monotony. The song builds with orchestral accompaniment to a powerful climax.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

A rockabilly work song exploring the relentless cycle of labor and obligation through Orbison's characteristic melancholic vocal delivery.

affiliate links

Hear it the way it was made

The right gear changes everything.

Moods: contemplative, heavy, introspective, melancholy

Traditions: rock and roll, rockabilly

Songs with the same DNA

layered texture, similar intensity — across any genre or era.

Date w/ IKEA
Pavement
moderate
DR 6
Uptight (Everything's Alright)
Stevie Wonder
moderate
DR 7
Mariana Trench
Bright Eyes
moderate
DR 7
Dope Nose
Weezer
moderate
DR 7
April Skies
The Jesus and Mary Chain
moderate
DR 6
We Are the Music Makers
Aphex Twin
moderate
DR 6

Safer alternatives with a similar feel

These songs share similar moods but with a gentler sensory profile.

What Was I Made For
Billie Eilish safe
Thumbing My Way
Pearl Jam safe
That's the Way
Led Zeppelin safe
Seigfried
Frank Ocean safe
Marion
Bon Iver safe

What this song means to people

No stories yet. Be the first.

Share what this song means to you

Keep exploring

Mean Woman Blues
Roy Orbison moderate
Communication Breakdown
Roy Orbison safe
In Dreams
Roy Orbison moderate
Road
Nick Drake safe
The Only Hope for Me Is You
My Chemical Romance moderate
Do It Well
Jennifer Lopez moderate
← All Roy Orbison songs    Check another song →