With the cold breeze, people are all set to blast their speakers with some holiday tracks while driving, but they must know some dangerous Christmas songs might cause accidents.
While this may sound strange, experts have warned against listening to tracks with a high rate of beats per minute (BPM) while in the driving seat. The list has 10 holiday songs, and they are all popular ones.
The South China University of Technology has found that songs with a BPM of less than 120 are considered safer to listen to while driving. Tracks that have a BPM exceeding this limit may increase the chances of road accidents, per the study.
The holiday track that is topping the list of the most dangerous Christmas songs is Frosty The Snowman. This well-known holiday song has a BPM of 172 which is much higher than the safe limit. Therefore, drivers are advised not to play the track while on the road.
The second title on the list might be shocking for many, as it is Mariah Carey's hit seasonal song, All I Want For Christmas Is You. The song makes its comeback every year during the holidays, not only on people's playlists but also on several social media platforms. However, it is a dangerous one as it has a BPM of 150.
Feliz Navidad has acquired the third position on the list with a BPM of 149. It is indeed a popular track that is played across the world. The song is followed by Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town with a BPM of 147 and Happy Xmas (War Is Over) with 146.
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! is also one of the most dangerous Christmas songs and stands at number six on the list with a BPM of 143.
Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer with 142 BPM, I Wish It Could Be Christmas Every Day with 140 BPM, and Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas with a BPM of 137 are also among the risky tracks.
The last track on the list is I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus with a BPM of 129.
How the dangerous Christmas songs can cause an accident?
The study found that songs with a BPM of over 120 can lead to some dangerous driving habits that may soon turn into road accidents. The study also mentioned that listening to these dangerous Christmas songs can cause cardiovascular and psychological issues.
Max Coupland, CEO of Insuranceopedia revealed that one must understand how music influences their life. Per the New York Post, he said,
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"As the holiday season approaches, it’s important to recognize how music influences our driving habits. While festive tunes bring joy, some high-energy or distracting songs can impact our focus on the road."
Therefore, drivers are advised to avoid listening to these songs while driving to stay safe. People living in the states with massive snowfall also must understand the study.
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