The Blue Whale - Blue 50 Twos Call

52 has spent decades roaming the pacific ocean, calling out to other whales that can never and will never respond. Scientists have no dea what species 52 blue might be. But since his discovery, 52 has become a kind of icon to many people who see their own loneliness and alienation reflected in his solitary existence. Searches for him have spawned documentaries, books, art and even a song by the capop group b t s called whalian 52. He's so loved and appreciated, but he'll never know. Instead, he keeps singing his song into the inky ocean, hoping this will finally be the time someone sings back.

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