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The first pop star was a bird with excellent hooks. Nature invented catchy.

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The first “sad song” was composed after someone dropped their snack. Emotional range: universal.The first “acoustic version” happened when the electricity got cut. Suddenly: artistry.Auto-tune was discovered when a robot tried to sing and said “help.”The first backstage pass was issued to someone’s mom because she brought snacks.The first “perfect pitch” was discovered by a baby who judged lullabies harshly.The word 'music' comes from the Greek 'mousike,' meaning the art of the muses. Inspiration officially sponsored.See all Offbeat Brilliance facts →

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