Are song lyrics getting worse over time?
- 3 months ago
A new study revealed fascinating insights into the evolution of song lyrics over 40 years: they're getting simpler, angrier, and more self-obsessed.
A team of European researchers analyzed over 12,000 English songs across genres highlights music's reflection of societal shifts.
Rap emerges as the leader in expressing anger, while rock fans seem drawn to nostalgia. As music consumption habits evolve, the first few seconds become crucial.
Conclusion? Basic, repetitive lyrics seem to stand the test of time.
#MusicEvolution
A team of European researchers analyzed over 12,000 English songs across genres highlights music's reflection of societal shifts.
Rap emerges as the leader in expressing anger, while rock fans seem drawn to nostalgia. As music consumption habits evolve, the first few seconds become crucial.
Conclusion? Basic, repetitive lyrics seem to stand the test of time.
#MusicEvolution