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The Sad Song Line
- Rock music often focuses on themes of celebration and escapism, while country music delves into real-life struggles.
- This "sad song line" divides American musical tastes.
Annalis Performance
- Gladwell's sister attended a performance of "Annalis," a cantata based on Anne Frank's diary.
- The performance moved the audience, including the conductor and soloist, to tears.
Specificity and Sadness
- Combining melancholy with specific details evokes strong emotional responses in listeners, leading to tears.
- Country music excels at this, while rock music often relies on generic clichés.