The rhythm of various songs including the iconic and aptly named one Survivecan be followed to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and ultimately save life.
The most popular song for hitting the 100 to 120 beats per minute (BPM) required for ideal chest compressions is “Stayin’ Alive” by the Bee Gees, St. John Ambulance explained, noting that the title is commonly used in CPR courses and first aid courses.
An American study published in 2008 even found that the song, which offers a rhythm of 103 (BPM), allows the maneuver to be performed at the appropriate speed without even hearing the song.
But Stayin’ Alive isn’t the only song that hits the right beat during CPR. Also, New York Presbyterian Hospital created a Spotify list of songs to practice cardiac massage.
Among these songs, there are many hits like Lady Gaga’s Just Dance, ABBA’s Dancing Queen, Beyoncé’s Crazy In Love and even Baby Shark.
“Pick one to remember in case you need to save a life,” reads the playlist’s description.
Of course, it’s better to hum the song than take the time to play it on your phone before beginning the resuscitation maneuvers.
In a video shared on the Fire Department Chronicles Facebook page, there are several songs you can perform CPR on.
- Bee Gees Stay Alive (103 BPM)
- The Imperial March from the Star Wars Movies (103 BPM)
- Technotronic Pump Up the Jam (120 BPM)
- Another One Bites The Dust by Queen (112 BPM)
- Sweet Home Alabama by Lynyrd Skynyrd (100 BPM)
- Madonna’s Vogue (116 BPM)
- Sitting on the Dock of Otis Redding Bay (104 BPM)
- Never Gonna Give You Up by Rick Astley (113 BPM)