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Song official headwear

Okay kiddo, you know how sometimes people wear hats to look cool or to protect their heads from the sun? Well, sometimes musicians wear specific hats or headwear as part of their outfit or stage persona. This is called "song official headwear."

It's kind of like having a uniform for a job- it helps people know who you are and what you do. Some musicians might wear cowboy hats to show that they sing country music, or funky hats to show that they play a more alternative style of music.

Sometimes the headwear can even become iconic, like Michael Jackson's sparkly glove or Pharrell Williams' tall, funky hats. Different musicians will choose different kinds of headwear based on their personal style and the vibe of their music.

So next time you see a musician on stage wearing a cool hat or headband, you can think to yourself "That's their song official headwear!"
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