Anime, by how it feels

Anime is mostly low-intensity. 6 of the 7 songs analyzed land in the safe range.

The character of Anime

Across the 7 Anime songs we've measured, intensity averages 30/100 — calmer than the typical song we measure (46/100).

They run from One Summer's Day (the calmest here, 12) to Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea (the most charged, 45), with smooth textures most common and changes you can mostly see coming. It spans 1988–2008.

The widest dynamic swing belongs to Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea.

5.7
Avg Intensity
6
Safe
1
Moderate
0
Intense

Safe for sensitive ears (6)

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Kiki's Delivery Service
Joe Hisaishi
safe
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My Neighbor Totoro
Joe Hisaishi
safe
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One Summer's Day
Joe Hisaishi
safe
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Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea
Joe Hisaishi
safe
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The Legend of Ashitaka
Joe Hisaishi
safe
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Always with Me
Yumi Kimura
safe

Controlled — moderate intensity (1)

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Princess Mononoke (Theme Song)
Joe Hisaishi
moderate

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