Researchers have discovered a simple way to get rid of that nagging song in your head: chewing gum.
A study from the University of Reading, first published last month in the Quarterly Journal of Experimental Psychology, revealed that chewing a piece of gum can stop catchy songs from repeating over and over again in your head.
The study — which surveyed 98 participants, found that people who chewed gum while listening to a song had a 33% greater chance of shaking it than those who didn't. Researchers say you may not be able to "hear" a song as well when moving your jaw. Ultimately, this cuts down on short-term memory and thwarts unwanted thoughts focused around the song.
Go ahead see if it works....
So we got to thinking of some suitable playlist you can get your teeth into...
Gums And Roses
Britney Spearmint
Justin Bubba
Manu Chew
EXTRAvis
ORBITal
#sorrynotsorry
