Existential

Existential music emerged in the late 20th century, primarily in avant-garde circles, where artists decided that the meaning of life would best be expressed through a delightful mix of dissonance and introspection. It often features lyrics that ponder the absurdity of existence, paired with sounds that veer from haunting to bewilderingly complex, like a dinner party where the conversation turns existential but the guests forgot to bring the canapés. Interestingly, this genre is often favoured by those in search of profound meaning whilst simultaneously wishing they could just enjoy a good pop song instead.