In Utero
Nirvana · 1993 · 10 tracks
This album hits hard. 7 of 10 tracks rate intense — know which quieter tracks to reach for first.
Across the 10 In Utero songs we've measured, intensity averages 70/100 — more charged than the typical song we measure (46/100).
They run from Dumb (the calmest here, 19) to Tourette's (the most charged, 100), with layered textures most common and plenty of moments that catch you off guard. Most of it lands around 1993.
The widest dynamic swing belongs to Heart-Shaped Box.
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Tracklist
Frequently asked about In Utero
Answered from our measurements of every track above.
What is the most intense In Utero track?
Of the 10 In Utero tracks we've measured, “Tourette's” scores highest at 100/100 for intensity — computed from its dynamic range, texture, sudden changes and tempo.
What is the calmest In Utero track?
“Dumb” measures gentlest at 19/100. It runs 110 BPM. The tracks here span 19–100 on our 0–100 intensity scale.
How intense is In Utero overall?
In Utero averages 70/100 intensity across 10 measured tracks — more charged than the 46/100 average across our whole catalog.
What is the average tempo of In Utero?
The In Utero tracks we've measured average about 130 BPM — upbeat.
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