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Sad Music
Some of the most popular songs ever written are also the saddest. Helena Merriman asks why so many people appear to love a sad song.
Helena Merriman asks why the sad music is often the most popular. She speaks to writers and musicians about a seemingly irresistible cultural phenomenon. Why do we love tales of heartbreak and melancholy set to slow, lilting melody?
Presenter:Helena Merriman
Producer:Helena Merriman
Editor:Jeremy Skeet
Last on
Mon 12 Jul 2021
14:45
麻豆社 Radio 4
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- Wed 4 Nov 2015 12:04麻豆社 Radio 4 FM
- Mon 12 Jul 2021 14:45麻豆社 Radio 4