Patti Smith
Patti Smith lives in the middle ground — 10 moderate songs that balance intensity with control. 9 songs where they let go completely.
Across the 19 Patti Smith songs we've measured, intensity averages 57/100 — more charged than the typical song we measure (46/100).
They run from Redondo Beach (the calmest here, 29) to Break It Up (the most charged, 85), with layered textures most common and a mix of the expected and the surprising. It spans 1975–2004.
The widest dynamic swing belongs to Break It Up.
The songs that hit hardest
The controlled burn
Frequently asked about Patti Smith
Answered from our measurements of every song above.
What is the most intense Patti Smith song?
Of the 19 Patti Smith songs we've measured, “Break It Up” scores highest at 85/100 for intensity — computed from its dynamic range, texture, sudden changes and tempo.
What is the calmest Patti Smith song?
“Redondo Beach” measures gentlest at 29/100. It runs 90 BPM. The songs here span 29–85 on our 0–100 intensity scale.
How intense is Patti Smith overall?
Patti Smith averages 57/100 intensity across 19 measured songs — more charged than the 46/100 average across our whole catalog.
What is the average tempo of Patti Smith?
The Patti Smith songs we've measured average about 120 BPM — upbeat.
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