Great question.
Consider maths more:
6 ppl in group.
1 or 2 getting whacked?
Shield of song: working on one or two ppl.
Are 5 ppl damaged in general?
How many have Mana?
How many are <100% Mana?
Does shield of song have any effect if no dmg is absorbed?
Player always getting hit within SoSong tick? SoSong tick always refreshing within interval?
Truth is, if things are getting out of hand, slowing the mob or agro kiting if single, cc'ing extras, charming add for massive dps increase, managing pull cadence, etc will all likely have a better net impact than shield of song vs one more Mana pump.
Examine situation. Mostly, is just something bards play because group members think if they don't see 4 songs in their buff slot bard is not playing optimally.
Fact you care at all puts you as one of the better bards on the server!
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