My main exposure to Top-40 music these days is at the gym, and there is much to learn from it. For example, Nelly has a hit song that contains the lyrics “It’s getting hot in here/So take off all your clothes.”

All you Romeos, take note: it’s no longer necessary to balance subtle wit and sprightly charm in your opening lines. Let Nelly show you the way. The song even demonstrates proper inflection and delivery for this touching romantic overture, leaving absolutely nothing to chance!