ear candy

noun

1. Slang. pleasant, melodic pop music.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ear candy¹

First recorded in 1980–85

Example Sentences

At two and a half hours, Beautiful sails by quickly—one non-confrontational, unabashedly pop, drop of ear candy follows another.

From The Daily Beast

“The Show Goes On”- Lupe Fiasco Sometimes, ear candy is the best way to go.

From The Daily Beast