a type of African-American music that developed in the 1960s, combining R & B with pop, rock ’n’ roll, and gospel styles. Soul music usually has a strong beat and places emphasis on singing. It is often simply called soul.
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soul music
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a type of African-American music that developed in the 1960s, combining R & B with pop, rock ’n’ roll, and gospel styles. Soul music usually has a strong beat and places emphasis on singing. It is often simply called soul.