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Six Ingredients for the “Perfect” Hit Song
The perfect hit song is equal parts magic, timing -- and more than a few scientific ingredients. We break it down (to the degree that it can be).
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The perfect hit song is equal parts magic, timing -- and more than a few scientific ingredients. We break it down (to the degree that it can be).
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