Why Do We Like Music That Hurts?

Music that hurts is like getting a big hug from a loud, bumpy roller coaster. It feels exciting and a little scary at the same time, and that’s why it makes us feel happy inside.

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Examples

  1. A kid listening to loud rock music at full volume while laughing
  2. A teenager crying during an intense concert
  3. A person turning up the bass on a sad song and feeling happy

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Categories: Psychology · music· emotion· neuroscience· pain· psychology of sound