Arabic Music Genres

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Across
  1. 3. This smooth genre blends rhythm and blues, often featuring soulful vocals and romantic themes.
  2. 5. More than music, this genre includes rap, DJing, breakdancing, and graffiti, born from urban street culture.
  3. 9. A timeless genre rooted in Western art music traditions, featuring composers like Mozart and Beethoven.
Down
  1. 1. A fusion genre combining French and Arabic musical influences, often featuring bilingual lyrics and North African rhythms.
  2. 2. Egypt’s “popular” street music genre, characterized by upbeat, danceable tunes and lyrics about daily life and social issues.
  3. 4. Short for "popular music," this catchy, chart-topping genre often features simple melodies and universal themes.
  4. 6. Guitars, drums, and rebellion define this loud and energetic genre that rose to fame in the 1950s.
  5. 7. Improvisation is key in this American-born genre, featuring instruments like the saxophone and trumpet.
  6. 8. A spirited folk-pop style from Algeria, known for its emotive vocals and blend of traditional rhythms with modern instrumentation.