The Hidden Sounds of Tonal Languages: How One Wrong Note Can Transform Your Song’s Meaning | by Toni Maxx | Oct 2025
🧠 The Billion-Person Secret Many Western songwriters overlook a fascinating reality: over a billion people communicate in languages where tone plays a vital role. For instance: In the mountains of China, Teochew speakers navigate 8 complex tones that shift based on context. In Oaxaca, Mexico, Mixtec communities use tone not just to convey meaning but … Read more