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Adult contemporary (AC) is a radio-driven pop style characterized by smooth vocals, polished production, and lyric themes that speak to adult listeners—love, family, reflection, and everyday life.

Soft rock is a mellow, melody-forward strain of rock and pop that favors smooth vocals, polished production, and restrained dynamics over distortion and aggression.

Pop is a broad, hook-driven style of popular music designed for wide appeal. It emphasizes memorable melodies, concise song structures, polished vocals, and production intended for radio, charts, and mass media.