India, Nov. 14 -- Ever heard the saying that music reveals who you are? Like a peek into your mind? Does your preferred music genre choice make you happier or more melancholic? You may think that someone who enjoys energetic music may be bubbly and happy, while those who listen to atmospheric, indie tracks may be more cynical and sad.

But it turns out that the reality is much more nuanced, and various other factors are involved. A study published in the journal Personality and Individual Differences found that while your playlist does say something about your mood, it may not reflect the entire picture.

The researchers examined data from 8,879 adult twins in Sweden. The participants were asked about their favourite music genre. The rese...