Popular Music (Noun)
Meaning
Any genre of music having wide appeal (but usually only for a short time).
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The radio station played popular music from the 80s and 90s that brought back memories for many listeners.
- Her favorite artist's new album was a huge success and quickly rose to the top of the popular music charts.
- The music festival featured a mix of popular music genres, including rock, pop, and hip-hop.
- The 1960s were a pivotal time for popular music, with the rise of iconic bands like The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.
- The pop star's catchy new single was a staple of popular music playlists everywhere, getting millions of streams within weeks of its release.