Something You Should Know

What Makes a Hit Song & Why You Never See the Same Rainbow Twice

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Dec 22, 2025
Chris Dallariva, a musician and author, shares insights on how technology has revolutionized hit song creation and promotion. He discusses cultural trends and luck's role in making songs successful, and explains the phenomenon of one-hit wonders. Meanwhile, Eddie Woo, an engaging mathematics teacher, reveals the math behind rainbows, sunflower seed patterns, and even randomness in nature. His intriguing explanations show how fundamental math concepts influence the world around us. This blend of music and math offers a fresh perspective on creativity.
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ADVICE

Don't Try To 'Catch Up' On Sleep

  • You cannot truly "catch up" on chronic sleep debt by sleeping extra occasionally.
  • Stick to a consistent sleep schedule, weekends included, to even out sleep deficits.
INSIGHT

Technology Changed Music Creation And Business

  • Streaming and digital tech reshaped not just distribution but the sound and business of music.
  • Chris Dalla Riva studies how numbers reveal why hits rise and trends shift.
ANECDOTE

The Teenage Tragedy Song Trend

  • Chris found a 1950s–60s craze called "Teenage Tragedy Songs" about teens dying.
  • That odd trend sparked his research into patterns behind hit songs and genres.
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