Divergent creativity may be enhanced by listening to upbeat music.


The researchers found that listening to happy music, which they define as classical music that is positive valence and high in arousal , facilitates more creative thinking compared to silence.

How to Write a Happy Melody


Songs that embody high levels of remembrance or catchiness are literally known as "catchy songs" or "earworms". While it is hard to scientifically explain what makes a song catchy, there are many documented techniques that recur throughout catchy music, such as repetition, hooks and alliteration.

How Listening to Music Can Improve Mood and Motivation


Music triggers the release of dopamine in the brain, which can help improve mood and stress levels. Research shows that music can help reduce symptoms of physical pain or emotional distress associated with physical pain. Try music therapy if you're looking for a way to integrate music into your mental health practice.

5 Reasons Music Makes You Happy & Improves Your Mood


Listening to (or making) music increases blood flow to brain regions that generate and control emotions. The limbic system, which is involved in processing emotions and controlling memory, “lights” up when our ears perceive music.

Music Makes You Happy


With so much negativity around, it only seems right to put a bit of happy out there right now! Music is a universal language that connects us all, no matter our race, upbringing, religion or sexual orientation.

What Makes Music Sound Happy?


The chosen harmony and tonality can dictate the character of the music