XO
Elliott Smith · 1999 · 6 tracks
A balanced album — rises and falls. 1 safe anchors, 5 moderate, 0 intense.
Across the 6 XO songs we've measured, intensity averages 41/100 — calmer than the typical song we measure (46/100).
They run from Pitseleh (the calmest here, 21) to Waltz #2 (XO) (the most charged, 50), with layered textures most common and changes you can mostly see coming. It spans 1998–1999.
The widest dynamic swing belongs to Waltz #2 (XO).
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Tracklist
Frequently asked about XO
Answered from our measurements of every track above.
What is the most intense XO track?
Of the 6 XO tracks we've measured, “Waltz #2 (XO)” scores highest at 50/100 for intensity — computed from its dynamic range, texture, sudden changes and tempo.
What is the calmest XO track?
“Pitseleh” measures gentlest at 21/100. It runs 75 BPM. The tracks here span 21–50 on our 0–100 intensity scale.
How intense is XO overall?
XO averages 41/100 intensity across 6 measured tracks — calmer than the 46/100 catalog average.
What is the average tempo of XO?
The XO tracks we've measured average about 121 BPM — upbeat.
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