Inspirational

Inspirational music, which can often be traced back to gospel influences in the early 20th century, is a genre that attempts to uplift spirits and encourage positivity, much like a well-timed cup of tea on a dreary Monday morning. Characterised by sweeping melodies, powerful choruses, and lyrics that make you ponder your life choices (or at least tap your foot), it tends to be the go-to soundtrack for everything from motivational speeches to sports montages, where the underdog triumphs against all odds. Curiously, its popularity shows that sometimes all you need to feel like a hero is a swell of orchestral strings and a chorus that sounds suspiciously like a mini choir in your living room.