What defines soul music?
soul music. noun. : music that originated in black American gospel singing, is closely related to rhythm and blues, and is characterized by intensity of feeling and earthiness.
Who is famous soul music?
Many soul artists gained popularity due to the domination of soul music in the R&B charts. Among these artists were Ray Charles, James Brown and the soul group the Temptations.
What is the #1 soul song of all time?
Respect by Aretha Franklin
It’s currently number 1 on Rolling Stone’s list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
Who is the best soul music singer?
Listen to our Soul playlist here, and check out our best soul singers, below.
- 8: Tina Turner (1939- present) …
- 7: Ray Charles (1930-2004) …
- 6: Curtis Mayfield (1942-1999) …
- 5: Marvin Gaye (1939-1984) …
- 4: Solomon Burke (1940-2010) …
- 3: Wilson Pickett (1941-2006) …
- 2: Otis Redding (1941-1967) …
- 1: Aretha Franklin (1942-2018)
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