Why is the pentatonic scale so prevalent in vocal music?

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The pentatonic scale has a very distinct, instantly recognisable and pleasing sound that can be layered over many other chords and scales. For these reasons it is frequently found to be a key component of many popular songs.
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The pentatonic scale has a very distinct, instantly recognisable and pleasing sound that can be layered over many other chords and scales. For these reasons it is frequently found to be a key component of many popular songs.
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The pentatonic scale has a very distinct, instantly recognisable and pleasing sound that can be layered over many other chords and scales. For these reasons it is frequently found to be a key component of many popular songs.
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Pentatonic scales are prevalent because they have less nuances and are catchy to the ear. It seems easy to learn the pentatonic scales but requires some basic training.
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