Music is a common mnemonic device, which may explain why you remember 1980s song lyrics but not a lick of what you’ve studied ...
(CNN) – Music lyrics have gotten simpler, angrier and more repetitive, according to a new study. Researchers compared English-language rap, pop, country, rock and R&B songs from the 1980s to 2020.
The 1980s were known for changing the game, and some shocking lyrics from songs of that era had some listeners clutching their pearls.