For most songs, they're relatively easy to make. For instance, an indie hipster band records a song that's totally devoid of hooks, form and comprehendable lyrics. A nu metal band can construct a song sewn from the cliches of the worst traits of metal and rock. And in the case of Pink, there could be tongue-in-cheek humor and even a memorable chorus, but it still can be god awful.
Take "So What"
It's one of those tracks where once the chorus finds its way into your ears, it stays there like an unwelcome guest. The "na na na na na" deliverance is as memorable and catchy as a schoolyard taunt and is just about as appealing.
It's bratty when it should be sneering.
It's overpolished when it should be raw.
If you're in your twenties, it's the musical equivalent of your friend acting like they're still 17.
If you're in your thirties, it's the musical equivalent of your friend acting like they're still 17.
I hated high school for this exact reason.
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