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Which evolutionarily important social motives are cultural products about? Songs from the 2020 Billboard Hot 100 year-end chart were rated in terms of their relevance to the fundamental social motives. These songs were thought to be about seeking a romantic

Which evolutionarily important social motives are cultural products about? Songs from the 2020 Billboard Hot 100 year-end chart were rated in terms of their relevance to the fundamental social motives. These songs were thought to be about seeking a romantic partner, followed by maintaining romantic relationships, breakups, and acquiring or maintaining status. Songs were thought to be least about avoiding infectious diseases and caring for children. Relative success of a song was found to be largely unassociated with which motive it reflects but significantly related to simplicity of the lyrics and prestige associated with the artist.
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    • Success of Cultural Products and Fundamental Social Motives
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    2022
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    • Partial requirement for: Ph.D., Arizona State University, 2022
    • Field of study: Psychology

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