Listening to music releases dopamine, a feel-good chemical in the brain.
✓ TRUE FACT
Reward circuitry (including the striatum) can show dopamine activity during pleasurable music, especially during “chills” moments. This helps explain why anticipation + payoff in a chorus can feel intensely satisfying.
🤯 "Listening to music releases dopamine, a feel-good chemical in the brain. Happiness with a soundtrack."