Music: Why is 4/4 so common of a time signature?

I get that 4/4 is the most common time signature, so much so that’s it’s literally called “common time”

My question is WHY is it so common?
What makes 4/4 so good of a time signature that’s it’s so popular?

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GJOFJ3 · 61-69, M

With four steady beats in each measure, it provides for a very stable rhythm.

XenonRush · M

Thanks for the good insight! Do you know much music theory?
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