The Decline of Music Lyrics in the Last 40 Years

Music has worsened over the past 40 years, with lyrics being the most affected. To investigate this, scientists analyzed music from 1980 to 2020. On average, song lyrics have become simpler, more monotonous, and more aggressive. Furthermore, songwriters have become more self-centered - words like 'I,' 'me,' and 'my' are frequently encountered.