Gorillaz
Gorillaz lives in the middle ground — 23 moderate songs that balance intensity with control. 2 quiet anchors and
Across the 25 Gorillaz songs we've measured, intensity averages 41/100 — calmer than the typical song we measure (46/100).
They run from On Melancholy Hill (the calmest here, 29) to Strange Timez (the most charged, 49), with layered textures most common and a mix of the expected and the surprising. It spans 2001–2020.
The widest dynamic swing belongs to 19-2000.
The controlled burn
The quiet ones
Frequently asked about Gorillaz
Answered from our measurements of every song above.
What is the most intense Gorillaz song?
Of the 25 Gorillaz songs we've measured, “Strange Timez” scores highest at 49/100 for intensity — computed from its dynamic range, texture, sudden changes and tempo.
What is the calmest Gorillaz song?
“On Melancholy Hill” measures gentlest at 29/100. It runs 90 BPM. The songs here span 29–49 on our 0–100 intensity scale.
How intense is Gorillaz overall?
Gorillaz averages 41/100 intensity across 25 measured songs — calmer than the 46/100 catalog average.
What is the average tempo of Gorillaz?
The Gorillaz songs we've measured average about 98 BPM — midtempo.
Which Gorillaz songs are calm enough for background listening?
These measure in our gentlest band (steady level, no sudden shifts): “On Melancholy Hill”, “Humility”.
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