By- Srushti sharma
Researchers have found a strong link between our moral compass and the tunes we love to listen to.
The study analysed song lyrics and audio using machine learning to find connections that connect moral principles with musical preferences.
It has long been recognised that music, a universal language, has the power to arouse feelings and bring back memories.
However, a recent study indicates that its function goes much farther, possibly even reflecting and affecting our moral compass.
More than 1,400 participants' Facebook Page Likes containing their favourite artists' information were analysed for this study.
More than 1,400 participants' Facebook Page Likes containing their favourite artists' information were analysed for this study.
In order to gauge their moral principles on aspects such as Care, Fairness, Loyalty, Authority, and Purity, they answered psychometric questionnaires.
The outcomes were fascinating. Researchers discovered that a person's moral compass might be predicted more accurately by their musical tastes than by their basic demographic data.
Songs that highlight kindness, understanding, and compassion may be more favoured by those who place a high emphasis on empathy and caring.
Songs that discuss social concerns, inequality, or promote justice and equality may appeal to people who value fairness and justice.
Songs featuring themes of national pride, loyalty, and patriotism may appeal to people who value these qualities.