Devo
Devo lives in the middle ground — 14 moderate songs that balance intensity with control. 6 songs where they let go completely.
Across the 20 Devo songs we've measured, intensity averages 58/100 — more charged than the typical song we measure (46/100).
They run from Praying Hands (the calmest here, 48) to Uncontrollable Urge (the most charged, 90), with layered textures most common and a mix of the expected and the surprising. It spans 1977–1990.
The widest dynamic swing belongs to Uncontrollable Urge.
The songs that hit hardest
The controlled burn
Frequently asked about Devo
Answered from our measurements of every song above.
What is the most intense Devo song?
Of the 20 Devo songs we've measured, “Uncontrollable Urge” scores highest at 90/100 for intensity — computed from its dynamic range, texture, sudden changes and tempo.
What is the calmest Devo song?
“Praying Hands” measures gentlest at 48/100. It runs 110 BPM. The songs here span 48–90 on our 0–100 intensity scale.
How intense is Devo overall?
Devo averages 58/100 intensity across 20 measured songs — more charged than the 46/100 average across our whole catalog.
What is the average tempo of Devo?
The Devo songs we've measured average about 139 BPM — upbeat.
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