Ever notice certain songs make you press a little harder on the gas pedal? A new study analyzed popular tracks based on factors like tempo, energy, and song length to determine which tunes are most likely to encourage speeding.
Topping the list is The Killers’ “Mr. Brightside,” followed by Michael Jackson’s “Beat It” and Olivia Rodrigo’s “Drop Dead.” The rest of the top 10 includes some high-energy classics and modern hits that are perfect for singing along with on a road trip.
The 10 Songs Most Likely to Make You Speed:
- Mr. Brightside – The Killers
- Beat It – Michael Jackson
- Drop Dead – Olivia Rodrigo
- Smells Like Teen Spirit – Nirvana
- Die With a Smile – Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars
- Locked Out of Heaven – Bruno Mars
- Choosin’ Texas – Ella Langley
- September – Earth, Wind & Fire
- Bad Habit – Steve Lacy
- Feel Good Inc. – Gorillaz
So if you catch yourself driving a little faster when one of these songs comes on, you may not be the only one.
