Wave Two

Contemporary R&B is a popular music genre that evolved from rhythm and blues and soul in the late 1970s, largely among African‑American musicians. It blends traditional R&B vocal stylings with elements of pop, funk, hip hop, and electronic music.

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.

Teen pop is mainstream pop music tailored primarily to adolescent audiences, emphasizing catchy melodies, simple and relatable lyrics, and a polished, radio-ready sound.