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Music analyst Rick Beato reviews the top 10 songs on Spotify's global top 50 chart, discussing elements like sound, production, and vibe. Songs by artists like De Joe, Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, Flaxy Menor Chris MJ M, and more are highlighted for their musical qualities and emotional themes. The analysis covers aspects such as autotune use, chord progressions, lyrical content, and production values, with a focus on appreciating fresh guitar tones and harmonies. The video emphasizes the diversity of music styles while noting the influence of 80s music in contemporary tracks. Overall, the discussion showcases a range of songs and analyzes their musical characteristics, inviting viewer engagement and feedback.
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In this segment, music analyst Rick Beato is counting down the top 10 songs on Spotify’s global top 50 chart. He reviews the songs “End of Beginning” by De Joe (or DJ o) at number 10 and “Wait for Your Love” by Ariana Grande at number 9. Beato provides commentary on the sound, production, and overall vibe of the tracks, highlighting elements such as the DX7, muted guitar, emotive vocals, and sharp four chord progression.
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In this segment of the video, the narrator listens to a song called “Tipsy” by Shabzi a Bar. They comment on the autotune use and mention the repetition in songs. The narrator then transitions to a song called “Beautiful Things” by Benson Boon, expressing mixed feelings about the song but highlighting some positive aspects like the lyrics.
00:06:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses a song by Taylor Swift from her album set. They mention the song’s chord progression and lyrical themes of dealing with heartbreak. The speaker expresses surprise at the idea of Taylor Swift being depressed despite her success. Another song called “Too Sweet” is introduced, but the focus remains on Taylor Swift and her perceived emotional state.
00:09:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses various songs. They praise the harmonies, guitar sound, production values, and fresh guitar tones in the music. The first song is described as interesting, unpredictable, and well-done. The second song, “Gata only” by Flaxy Menor Chris MJ M, is noted for its good mood and non-obnoxious groove. The third song, “I Like the Way You Kiss Me” by Emis, is briefly mentioned without detailed comments.
00:12:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker critiques a song for its repetitive nature, lack of musical direction, and predictability. They then review a song called “Fortnite” by Taylor Swift featuring Post Malone, highlighting the upbeat sound and production quality. Finally, they introduce a song called “Espresso” by Sabrina Carpenter, expressing a love for espresso and setting the stage for the review of the song.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the music’s 80s influences, such as synthesizers, single-note synth lines, and bass sounds. They also note the absence of Trap beats and heavy autotune in the song, considering it cool and interesting. The speaker invites viewers to share their thoughts and subscribe for more content.