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= Song Styles =

Song styles refer to various genres and techniques in music, each with unique rhythms, melodies, and expressions. Below are some popular song styles:

==Pop Music==
===Description===
Pop music is characterized by its catchy melodies, simple chords, and mass appeal. It often includes elements of various other genres.

===History===
Pop music emerged in the mid-20th century, evolving from rock and roll. It quickly became a dominant genre in mainstream music.

===Artists===
*[[Michael Jackson]]
*[[Madonna]]
*[[Taylor Swift]]

===Properties===
* style [[Set::Pop Music]]
* Origin [[Set::USA]]
* Popularity [[Set::Very high]]

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==Rock Music==
===Description===
Rock music is a genre centered on electric guitars, strong rhythms, and dynamic vocals. It often features themes of rebellion and personal expression.

===History===
Rock music emerged in the 1950s, drawing influence from blues, country, and jazz. It flourished in the 1960s and 70s with iconic bands and artists.

===Artists===
*[[The Beatles]]
*[[Led Zeppelin]]
*[[Queen]]

===Properties===
*style [[Set::Rock Music]]
*origin [[Set::USA/UK]]
*popularity [[Set::Very high]]

==Jazz==
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===Description===
Jazz is a genre known for its improvisational nature, complex harmonies, and varied rhythms. It often emphasizes creativity and spontaneity.

===History===
Jazz originated in the early 20th century in the United States, with roots in African-American communities. It has since evolved into many subgenres.

===Artists===
*[[Louis Armstrong]]
*[[Miles Davis]]
*[[Ella Fitzgerald]]

===Properties===
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==Hip-Hop==
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===Description===
Hip-hop combines rhythmic vocal delivery (rap) with beats, DJing, and often socially conscious lyrics. It has become a global cultural phenomenon.

===History===
Hip-hop originated in New York in the 1970s as part of street culture, incorporating elements of breakdancing and graffiti art.

===Artists===
*[[Tupac Shakur]]
*[[The Notorious B.I.G.]]
*[[Jay-Z]]
[[Category:Hip-Hop]]

==Classical==
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===Description===
Classical music is known for its structured compositions, orchestral arrangements, and emphasis on technical skill.

===History===
Classical music spans centuries, originating in the medieval period and evolving through the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras.

===Artists===
*[[Ludwig van Beethoven]]
*[[Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart]]
*[[Johann Sebastian Bach]]
[[Category:Classical]]

==Visual Representation==

===Table of Song Styles===

{| class="wikitable"
|+Song Styles Overview
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!Style!!Origin!!Popularity!!Key Artists
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|Pop Music||USA||Very High||Michael Jackson, Madonna
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|Rock Music||USA/UK||Very High||The Beatles, Led Zeppelin
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|Jazz||USA||High||Louis Armstrong, Miles Davis
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|Hip-Hop||USA||Very High||Tupac Shakur, Jay-Z
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|Classical||Europe||High||Beethoven, Mozart
|}

===Generated List of Song Styles ===
*[[Pop Music]]
*[[Rock Music]]
*[[Jazz]]
*[[Hip-Hop]]
*[[Classical]]

==Inline Queries==

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