The Twilight Sad Enlist the Cure’s Robert Smith for First New Song in 7 Years: Listen

Smith plays guitar on “Waiting for the Phone Call,” the comeback single from his longtime tourmates, who will tour Europe in 2026 ...
Us Weekly

Selena Gomez ‘Can’t Really Write’ Sad Music When She’s Happy, Says New Album Is Feel-Good

Selena Gomez is preparing her fans for the feel-good nature of her next album. “I love sad-girl music; I’m really good at that. However, I can’t really write that if I’m not sad,” Gomez, 31, told Fast ...
CBS News

See how listening to Taylor Swift's sad songs could be your new mental health hack

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Many of Taylor Swift's new songs are about breakups and being brokenhearted. Experts say sad lyrics can actually have some health benefits. Even megastars like Taylor Swift can ...
The New York Times

The Reason People Listen to Sad Songs

It’s not because they make us sad but because they help us feel connected, a new study suggests. Credit...Pablo Delcan Supported by By Oliver Whang When Joshua Knobe was younger, he knew an indie rock ...