Ever hear a catchy, upbeat, and addictive song, only to find out that the lyrics are way sadder or more disturbing than you thought? It’s a common occurrence, to say the least. Let’s look at five ...

These rock songs all came out in 1970, and in addition to being big hits, have lyrics that are truly thought-provoking.

Some of the most iconic songs ever written lift your spirit and break your heart at the same time. These tunes are the song ...

Nearly every sad and dramatic moment in media is accompanied by a heartbreaking song and, of course, rain. A melancholic ...

Halsey's lyrics to her latest single "You Should Be Sad" bring all of the feels. The new song shows the singer's country side. The track features an acoustic guitar and a country twang in her vocals.

Where does sad music get its sadness from? And whom should you ask—a composer or a cognitive psychologist? Scientific American recently reported on a Tufts University study that purportedly lends ...