> The more you try not to think about something, the more aware of it you become ... earworms ... They're ultimately a bizarre, often annoying, but invariable h

> The more you try not to think about something, the more aware of it you become ... earworms ... They're ultimately a bizarre, often annoying, but invariable harmless quick of the human brain. Harmless? The most annoying kind always come to me when I'm having a bout of migraine or a stress headache, often making them worse. > What makes for a good earworm? Based on what research there is, the most potent earworms tend to be short, simple, and repetitive. And catchy ... Pianist Ludovico Einaudi is famous for his minimalist tunes. No wonder most of his pieces are earworm-worthy; ex: I Giorni https://youtube.com/watch?v=Uffjii1hXzU https://youtube.com/watch?v=Uffjii1hXzU