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  2. Psychology of music preference - Wikipedia

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    Furthermore, women prefer popular music more than men. [24] In a study of personality and gender in preference for exaggerated bass in music, researchers found that men demonstrated more of a preference for bassy music than women. This preference for bassy music is also correlated with antisocial and borderline personalities. [33]

  3. Music of the United States - Wikipedia

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    Some distinct aspects of American music, like the call-and-response format, are derived from African techniques and instruments. Throughout the later part of American history, and into modern times, the relationship between American and European music has been a discussed topic among scholars of American music.

  4. Evolutionary musicology - Wikipedia

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    Like the origin of language, the origin of music has been a topic for speculation and debate for centuries. [3] Leading theories include Darwin's theory of partner choice (women choose male partners based on musical displays), the idea that human musical behaviors are primarily based on behaviors of other animals (see zoomusicology), the idea that music emerged because it promotes social ...

  5. 10 Surprising Songs That Were Written About Real People - AOL

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    4. ‘Jeremy’ by Pearl Jam. 1992 “Jeremy” was one of several hit songs to appear on Pearl Jam’s debut album, “Ten". It was based on the true story of high school student Jeremy Wade ...

  6. Cultural impact of Elvis Presley - Wikipedia

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    In a list of the greatest English language singers, as compiled by Q magazine, Presley was ranked first, [2] and second in the list of greatest singers of the 20th century by BBC Radio. [3] Some people claim that Presley created a whole new style of music: "It wasn't black, wasn't white, wasn't pop or wasn't country—it was different."

  7. 10 times Kelly Clarkson covered a song better than the ... - AOL

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    Kelly Clarkson is about to hit the road again. This summer, the original American Idol will embark on tour to promote her latest studio album, "Piece By Piece" -- her 3rd album to chart number one ...

  8. Why do NFL fans sing 'Country Roads' in Germany? Exploring ...

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    Like most inebriated, bratwurst-loving, schnitzel eating people, it's hard to not be taken away by the tune. The gist is that the American hit is simply a fun song to sing along with.

  9. Stereotypes of Americans - Wikipedia

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    As a result of similar views, anti-American sentiment can develop, and the United States’ security can be put at risk. For example, one of the most infamous anti-American acts against the United States were the 9/11 attacks. American stereotypes were not the main proponent of these attacks, but stereotypes become self-fulfilling and normative.