Drew Barrymore's iTunes Celebrity Playlist - Every Song, objective speed AND Drew's *commentary* on her choices

photo by JULIANNA PHOTOGRAPHY, ©2008


On February 13, 2007, Drew Barrymore released her iTunes “Celebrity Playlist.” Below are the measured speeds of the songs, along with the details of the song as provided by http://itunes.com on Drew’s list.

Track 1
“These Days”
performer=Nico
album=Chelsea Girl, 1988
genre according to iTunes=Rock
Drew’s remarks regarding choice=“The song speaks for itself. It is so beautiful that it puts you in an immediate mood.”
mean speed/objective tempo=93.2 beats per minute
meanemotion=enthusiasm

Track 2
“Children Of The Revolution”
performer=Elton John, T. Rex, Ringo Starr
album=’Born To Boogie’ (Soundtrack Album), 2005
genre according to iTunes=Rock
Drew’s remarks regarding choice=“I have always loved T. Rex! This song feels like a spirited anthem.”
mean speed/objective tempo=146.0 beats per minute
mean emotion=mixed fast

Track 3
“Starlight”
performer=Muse
album=Black Holes And Revelations, 1996
genre according to iTunes=Alternative
Drew’s remarks regarding choice=“This whole album was always playing in 96 for me. This track drives me crazy!”
mean speed/objective tempo=121.8 beats per minute
mean emotion=victory

Track 4
“The Skin Of My Country Yellow Teeth”
performer=Clap Your Hands Say Yeah
album= Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, 2005
genre according to iTunes=Alternative
Drew’s remarks regarding choice=“Again, this whole album is terrific. But this song makes me dance on the pavement when I am walking with my iPod.”
mean speed/objective tempo=141.9 beats per minute
mean emotion=mixed fast

Track 5
“Y Control”
performer=Yeah Yeah Yeahs
album=Fever To Tell, 2003
genre according to iTunes=Alternative
Drew’s remarks regarding choice=“This is another song that has such a great mood to it. Sad. Sexy. Soulful.”
mean speed/objective tempo=132.0 beats per minute
mean emotion=mixed fast

Track 6
“Young Folks”
performer=Peter Bjorn and John
album=Writer’s Block, 2007
genre according to iTunes=Alternative
Drew’s remarks regarding choice=“This is my favorite song right now. I went and saw them live and the song sounded fantastic! Listen and enjoy!”
mean speed/objective tempo=137.7 beats per minute
mean emotion=mixed fast

Track 7
“The Bucket”
performer=Kings Of Leon
album=[single], 2005
genre according to iTunes=Rock
Drew’s remarks regarding choice=“The Kings are the coolest. They are great guys who make great music with an original sound. This song lifts my heart.”
mean speed/objective tempo=139.8 beats per minute
mean emotion=mixed fast

Track 8
“Bump”
performer=Spank Rock
album=YoYoYoYoYoYo, 2006
genre according to iTunes=Hip-Hop/Rap
Drew’s remarks regarding choice=“I got turned on to this album and I love the way Amanda Blank raps on it.”
mean speed/objective tempo=140.0 beats per minute
mean emotion/objective tempo=mixed fast

Track 9
“Girl”
performer=Beck
album=Guero, 2005
genre according to iTunes=Alternative
Drew’s remarks regarding choice=“I have been a Beck fan from the very start. He can do so many musical styles and pull them all off. He had to be on the playlist!”
mean speed/objective tempo=149.5 beats per minute
mean emotion=mixed fast

Track 10
“Fidelity”
performer=Regina Spektor
album=Begin To Hope, 2006
genre according to iTunes=Alternative
Drew’s remarks regarding choice=“I have seen Regina perform for years. Her latest album is a triumph. This song is absolutely special, just like she is.”
mean speed/objective tempo=93.0 beats per minute,
mean emotion=enthusiasm

Track 11
“Rabbit Fur Coat”
performer=Jenny Lewis with The Watson Twins
album=Rabbit Fur Coat, 2006
genre according to iTunes=Alternative
Drew’s remarks regarding choice= “The first time I heard this song I was dumbfounded. Then the whole album became my staple for the lasty two years! She rules!”
mean speed/objective tempo=143.0 beats per minute
mean emotion=waltz

Track 12
“Mozerrella Swastikas”
performer=Adam Green
album=Garfield, 2002
genre according to iTunes=Rock
Drew’s remarks regarding choice=“Adam Green is a unique poetic creature. His lyrics are filled with smart funny wonders that I just love.”
mean speed/objective tempo=115.3 beats per minute
mean emotion=foreboding

Track 13
“Transit”
performer=Har Mar Superstar
album=The Handler, 2004
genre according to iTunes=Rock
Drew’s remarks regarding choice=“This is my friend Sean. I picture an elaborate musical number in my mind when I hear it! I love this song!.”
mean speed/objective tempo=104.0 beats per minute
mean emotion=natural


John St. Paul Newman
June 20, 2008
Meanspeed Music Company