Taylor Swift is no stranger to making hits, but did you know one of her latest songs could actually save lives? The track in question, “The Tortured Poets Department” from her newest album, has a rhythm perfectly suited for performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
The Lifesaving Beat of “The Tortured Poets Department”
With 110 beats per minute, “The Tortured Poets Department” has an ideal tempo for administering chest compressions during CPR. Effective CPR requires a frequency of compressions between 100 and 120 beats per minute. In other words, a song from Taylor Swift could be instrumental in saving lives during cardiac emergencies.
A Heartfelt Message from the American Heart Association
But don’t just take our word for it—this information comes from the American Heart Association (AHA). Capitalizing on the hype surrounding Taylor’s latest double album, the AHA seized the opportunity to promote lifesaving techniques. “If you see someone collapse, call 911, then press hard and fast in the center of the chest to the tempo of ‘The Tortured Poets Department.’ Thank you, Taylor Swift!” the organization advised in a social media post.
CPR-Friendly Beats Across Genres
Not a die-hard Swiftie? No worries! There are several other songs that can guide you through CPR. In fact, in 2023, the AHA curated a playlist of 106 tracks with the appropriate tempo for CPR, to which they will be adding Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department.” This life-saving playlist includes iconic tunes like:
– “Stayin’ Alive” by the Bee Gees: The most well-known CPR-friendly song.
– “Break My Soul” by Beyoncé: Another hit with the right tempo.
– “Can’t Stop the Feeling” by Justin Timberlake: Perfect for keeping rhythm.
– “I’m Just a Girl” by No Doubt: Gwen Stefani’s vocals can guide your compressions.
– “Ice Ice Baby” by Vanilla Ice: Surprisingly ideal for CPR.
– “Whenever, Wherever” by Shakira: A song to sing along while saving a life.
– “Flowers” by Miley Cyrus: Modern and life-saving.
– “Poker Face” by Lady Gaga: A beat perfect for compressions.
More Taylor Swift Songs to the Rescue
Interestingly, Taylor Swift has quite a few more songs with the right tempo for CPR. A total of 18 tracks by Taylor have the ability to keep you on beat while performing lifesaving chest compressions.
Proof from Across the Pond
In 2022, the British Heart Foundation also pointed out that “Somebody Else” by The 1975, a band fronted by Matty Healy (who happens to be Taylor Swift’s ex), has the right beat for CPR. This just goes to show that lifesaving beats can come from a variety of sources!
Incorporating music into CPR training and actual emergency situations can make a significant difference. Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department” is just one example of how modern pop culture can intersect with lifesaving practices. Whether it’s Taylor Swift, the Bee Gees, or Beyoncé, having the right song can help you perform effective CPR and potentially save a life.
**Pourquoi cette chanson du dernier album de Taylor Swift peut sauver des vies**
This article first appeared on grazia.fr – Author: Jordane Guignon
