Are songs getting shorter?

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TikTok and streaming services have re-defined the music industry and forced artists to find new ways of standing out. As a result, songs appear to be getting shorter with fast hooks and quick choruses. The days of huge number ones like Oasis’ All Around The World - clocking in at more than 9 minutes - are long gone, and pop stars now need to make an impact instantly. More and more songs are charting at under three minutes. For 5 Minutes On, music journalist Steve Holden discusses the demand for bitesize pop with Carl Smith, editor at the Official Charts. Photo credit: Getty Images