Funk Music

Definition of Funk Music Hierarchical Category as it relates to Music

Funk Music is a genre of music that originated in African American communities in the mid-1960s when musicians created a new rhythmic form of music through a mix of soul, jazz, and rhythm and blues (R&B). It is characterized by complex grooves with a strong rhythmic structure, syncopated bass lines, and often features brass and horn sections. The lyrics in Funk Music typically emphasize themes of freedom, self-identity, and social issues.

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