There are only a limited number of musical notes. Seven; eight being a complete octive, and the higher and lower sets. Then, there are sharps and flats. But still a very finite number. Then, there are eighth notes, quarter notes, half notes, whole notes, double whole notes, timing, etc.

The way/order of arranging the notes is extremely high, but still finite.

But then again, of all the potential arrangements, only a very small percentage of these arrangements would be recognizable or considered music to the human ear.

There may be other factors, but these are the ones which come to mind.

So, how many potential songs are still out there?

Free commentary, along with overlap into similar finite / infinity topics, or discussion about music, may come into play of course—but try to stay on topic.

Topics: music, numbers, design, mathematics, infinity, possibility, randomness