Music has long been considered humanity’s universal language, a medium for conveying emotions beyond the barriers of language and culture. Yet in the future, music may go even further with the idea of brain-to-brain direct emotional sharing—where music is not only heard through the ears but transmitted straight into the brain, carrying the creator’s original emotions directly to the listener.
This technology is envisioned through Brain-to-Brain Interfaces, which allow the reading and transmission of neural signals between two brains. When an artist composes, their emotions could be encoded into neural data and then delivered to the audience. Artificial intelligence would act as an interpreter, translating these signals into musical and emotional experiences. Neural sensors or implanted devices would record and transmit emotions instantly, transforming concerts into shared emotional journeys.
If successful, brain-to-brain music would bring profound benefits. Listeners would not only enjoy melodies but also directly feel the joy, sadness, or excitement of the artist. Music would become a powerful emotional bridge, enabling deeper empathy among people. This technology could also be applied in psychological therapy, where positive emotions are shared to aid healing. At the same time, it would open up a new artistic genre, where emotions themselves are the raw material of creation.
However, challenges remain. Current neuroscience technology is not yet precise enough to read and transmit emotions reliably. Direct emotional sharing could pose privacy risks, as unwanted feelings might be revealed. Individual differences in emotional perception could cause mismatches, and ethical questions arise: should unrestricted brain-to-brain emotional transmission be allowed?
Nevertheless, the vision of a concert where audiences not only hear music but also merge with the artist’s emotional flow within their own minds continues to inspire hope. Brain-to-brain music sharing direct emotions could mark a turning point, transforming music from an auditory art into a comprehensive emotional art, opening a new era of human connection.
