Singing we are the champions, the band Queen are entertaining fans around the world
October 3, 2011, Musicologist Dr Alisun Pawley did a study to find out what exactly makes a song memorable. She decided to create a list of the top ten catchiest songs of all time. While conducting research Dr. Pawley found that there are four elements into making a song catchy. Long and detailed musical phrases, multiple pitch changes in a song’s hook, male vocalists, and higher male voices making a noticeable vocal effort. Y.M.C.A. by the Village People, Sum 41’s Fat Lip, and Europe’s The Final Countdown were included on this list.
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