NPR Music critics reflect on the lyrics that captured the year's mood, sparked emotions and stayed with them long after the music stopped.

Have you ever heard a song that felt like it was speaking directly to your soul? “Nutshell” by Alice in Chains does precisely ...

From Harvard research to music therapy, science reveals how different genres trigger specific hormones, emotions, and even ...

So many now-signature Jepsen elements contribute to Emotion's lasting acclaim, including unabashed schmaltz (saxophone riffs!), a flair for the dramatic (the playful threat of "Here I've come to ...

A new comprehensive analysis suggests that the words embedded in songs do far more than simply provide a narrative for a melody; they actively shape the thoughts, feelings, and actions of listeners.