Doo-wop (Noun)
Meaning
A genre (usually a cappella) of Black vocal-harmony music of the 1950s that evolved in New York City from gospel singing; characterized by close four-part harmonies; the name derived from some of the nonsense syllables sung by the backup.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The Platters' smooth doo-wop sound dominated the airwaves in the late 1950s.
- Listen to the smooth harmonies in this classic doo-wop tune from the Dells.
- Doo-wop, as a genre, didn't have the commercial success that it deserved, considering its impact on American music.
- Street corners in the 1950s were filled with the soothing sounds of doo-wop groups.
- This radio station specializing in vintage rock and roll features a special Saturday night doo-wop show.