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Music that explores themes of physics, science, and mathematics has gained interest for its unique blend of art and academia. Notable examples include "Chemical Calisthenics" by Blackalicious, which references atomic particles and energy concepts, and "Positive Contact" by Deltron 3030, which incorporates elements of astrophysics and chemistry into its lyrics. "Particle" by Better Than Ezra touches on cosmic imagery, while songs by Tool, such as "Parabol," "Schism," and "Lateralus," delve into mathematical concepts. Tom Lehrer's "Element Song" is also highlighted for its educational content. Additionally, the Barenaked Ladies' theme for "The Big Bang Theory" is mentioned, though it is critiqued for using outdated cosmological references. Overall, this genre of music serves to bridge the gap between scientific ideas and popular culture, making complex topics more accessible through lyrical creativity.
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I'm looking for music that has something to do with physics, or more generally any science or math topic. I am always intrigued when an artist makes music about science, given some of the social stigmas associated with it in mainstream thinking. Does anyone know of any music like this? I'll give a few examples here:

Chemical Calisthenics by Blackalicious
Sample Lyrics:
"Neutron, proton, mass effect, lyrical oxidation, yo irrelevant
Mass spectrograph, your electron volt, atomic energy erupting
As I get all open on betacron, gamma rays thermo cracking
Cyclotron and any and every mic
You're on trans iridium, if you're always uranium
Molecules, spontaneous combustion, pow..."

Positive Contact by Deltron 3030
"All your rhyme histories combined
Couldn't violate the prime optimus operative
Use my hydrometer to see how warm you are
Watch me form a star
Hydrogen turned to helium when I shine
Riding 'em revealing 'em leading 'em to the vaccume
Interact with tunes in my digital sinital critical pivital with the mental"

Particle by Better Than Ezra
"In an imploding star, or a burned out car, I implore you
In a carbon-arc or a dim lit park, I implore you"
 
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Try googling the "element song" by Tom Lehrer
 
Tool: Parabol/parabola/schism/lateralus have something to do with math in each song
 
Google for "Natural Science" by Rush. Awesome song.
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZ5sWfhkpE0

This is really nicely done.
 
Thanks everyone! I'll check those out.
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhTSfOZUNLo

Barenaked Ladies: The Big Bang Theory

The first part of the song is the theme song to the sitcom with the same name. The only thing that frustrates me about this song is they are using outdated cosmology, and the song came out recently enough that they should know better.
 

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