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Shaka Zulu

Shaka Zulu

Ladysmith Black Mambazo · 1987 · 3 tracks

A genuinely calm album. 3 of 3 tracks are fully gentle.

3 safe 0 moderate 0 intense Avg DR 5.7

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Tracklist

1
Nomathemba
calm · intimate · uplifting
DR 6 safe
2
Inkanyezi Nezazi
calm · intimate · uplifting
DR 6 safe
3
The Lion Sleeps Tonight
calm · nostalgic · uplifting
DR 5 safe

Frequently asked about Shaka Zulu

Answered from our measurements of every track above.

What is the most intense Shaka Zulu track?

Of the 3 Shaka Zulu tracks we've measured, “Inkanyezi Nezazi” scores highest at 29/100 for intensity — computed from its dynamic range, texture, sudden changes and tempo.

What is the calmest Shaka Zulu track?

“The Lion Sleeps Tonight” measures gentlest at 28/100. It runs 120 BPM. The tracks here span 28–29 on our 0–100 intensity scale.

How intense is Shaka Zulu overall?

Shaka Zulu averages 29/100 intensity across 3 measured tracks — calmer than the 46/100 catalog average.

What is the average tempo of Shaka Zulu?

The Shaka Zulu tracks we've measured average about 100 BPM — midtempo.

Which Shaka Zulu tracks are calm enough for background listening?

These measure in our gentlest band (steady level, no sudden shifts): “The Lion Sleeps Tonight”, “Nomathemba”, “Inkanyezi Nezazi”.

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