I know what you're thinking: Every Radiohead song is sad. Well you're wrong! Data scientist Charlie Thompson has mapped out every Radiohead song by how sad each song sounds (and how sad the lyrics are ...

As you'll see on this sad songs list, love is a universal subject in popular music. Most of the songs on this list have to do with the loss of love, from dealing with heartache or the pain of ...

Amy Winehouse performs during the 46664 concert in celebration of Nelson Mandela's life at Hyde Park on June 27, 2008 in London. Sadness takes on different forms, from regret to depression to loss; ...

Brandy Clark's Your Life is a Record is a heartbreak project through and through. With the exception of a couple more lighthearted moments, the project examines every stage of a breakup, from the ...

Usually it’s easy to spot a sad song. There are some dead giveaways, like a somber melody or a slow beat. But that’s not the case with these songs. They all sound bright and happy on the outside, sure ...

Tune into these sad Christmas songs from some of your favorite artists, from Taylor Swift and Coldplay to Elvis Presley and more ...

It’s not surprising that people enjoy upbeat songs like Pharrell Williams’ “Happy,” Meghan Trainor’s “It’s All About That Bass,” or the Beatles’ “Yellow Submarine.” What' is surprising is the enduring ...

Music has a powerful effect on emotions, shaping our moods and even influencing mental well-being . While upbeat tunes bring joy, many people find themselves drawn to sad songs . But why do we ...

You would think happy people would prefer to listen to happy music. Lyrics that speak to their positive mood, bringing them cheer and joy. Yet, sad music tends to have a longer-lasting appeal for many ...