### Instruction: Give me exactly 5 characteristics of award winning songs.
### Response: Popular songs that usually win awards have some common characteristics:
1. A catchy chorus that people can sing-a-long with
2. A simple beat that can be clapped along with or danced to
3. A powerful message in the lyrics that is relatable to a wide group of people
4. An instrument solo or prolonged period of instrumental-only music
5. A song length of around 3-5 minutes