Why do you think some songs start off slow? Or have a long build up?

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Violeta Jul 18, 2021 @ 5:32pm

When a lot of times if a song doesn't grab someone early on they may switch to a different song. It always seems like a risky creative choice. It can bore the listener. As a nightcore listener, normal songs are already at a disadvantage of being slower than what I'm used too.

Do you OT prefer songs with a slow start? Or songs that start off strong. Or perhaps songs that stay about the same throughout? For example I consider https://youtu.be/WYrO_eVSc6U a song thats about the same throughout.

Last edited by Violeta; Jul 18, 2021 @ 5:33pm

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Naedmi Jul 18, 2021 @ 7:29pm

I've noticed a lot of Rock and Metal songs tend to start slow and become heavier part of the way through.

It's about building up emotion and giving you the strength to capture the enemy fort with extreme prejudice.

Now move out, soldier!

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A Ghost, Eventually Jul 19, 2021 @ 4:04am

Long buildup, you say? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TnwqUEelQjE

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Candyy Jul 19, 2021 @ 4:07am

Maybe they like it that way

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Electric Cupcake Jul 19, 2021 @ 4:08am

Dynamics > tempo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TN7xYP2i0Bs

(literally orgasmic chamades)

Last edited by Electric Cupcake; Jul 19, 2021 @ 4:17am

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Ailes Jul 19, 2021 @ 4:23am

It depends. I like the build-up in some songs. What I don't like too much is if the climax after the build-up is actually the only worthwhile part listening to (so that you actually feel bored before and after and find yourself often jumping right to the good parts). And sometimes I need a bit of a more constant tune in my ears. Having songs with build-ups or generally different pacing throughout can distract a bit, or require you to pay a bit attention to in order to "feel" it.

Last edited by Ailes; Jul 19, 2021 @ 4:26am

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Albemouff Jul 19, 2021 @ 4:24am

You'll learn to enjoy slower songs as you grow old.

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Violeta Jul 19, 2021 @ 5:14am

Originally posted by Albemouff:
You'll learn to enjoy slower songs as you grow old.

Ummmmm probably not. Cuz the older I get the faster I like the music. And the more coffee I like to drink.

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Devsman Jul 19, 2021 @ 6:33am

Originally posted by Head Pats:
If the song has too slow a start I employ my godly powers of my mouse clicker to advance the song. Unless its an absolutely worth it later song, so few are though.

Theres "chill" and theres "boring". Chill is cool.

Coffee and music have the same job, keeping my vibe high.

Well, not everybody sees it that way.

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