People are just discovering reason behind washing machine end of cycle song

People are just discovering reason behind washing machine end of cycle songSome people think the melody is "unnecessary"CommentsLifestyleAndrea Blazquez Editor of Spare Time15:20, 11 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesPeople are just discovering reason behind song that plays when washing machine is done(Image: Getty)Most washing machines play a tune at the end of a cycle to let you know your laundry is finished. Certain brands, particularly Samsung and LG models, are notorious for playing an especially lengthy end-of-cycle melody that many people consider "unnecessary".‌Interestingly, this tradition originated in Asian countries, where most appliances, including rice cookers and ovens, have a song to signal when the food is ready. It is thought this was introduced to provide a pleasant and reassuring alert in the home, rather than an intrusive beep, and to transform household chores into a more positive and enjoyable experience.‌On Quora, one user asked: "Why do some washing machines and clothes dryers play a digital instrumental music piece when it's ready to unload? It goes on for a relatively long time and is unnecessary!"‌View 2 ImagesIt is believed this was first introduced in Korea to turn chores into a an enjoyable experience.(Image: Getty)One person explained: "Some people have a lot of noise going on in their lives and find that an audible dryer signal is helpful. Why? If you don't get your clothing out in a timely manner, things get wrinkled.‌"My favourite 'notifier' was from the Westinghouse slant front dryer we had when I was a child in the early 1950s. At the end of the cycle, what sounded like a xylophone-type tune plinked out the old drinking song, 'How Dry I Am'."On Reddit, one user revealed that both "Samsung and LG are Korean companies, and this reflects Korean culture". Korea embraces the concept of Aegyo, a deliberate and endearing display of cuteness to express affection, wit...