Groove Theory: C-R&B & Soul

1980s Synth Funk, 1980s, 1980s Funk, sexual, quirky, rhythmic, stripped-down, futuristic, sharp analog synth lines, black male funk vocal, syncopated, funky slapped electric guitar, funky analog synth bassline, 1980s Dance-Pop, Pop Rap, 1980s New Jack Swing, 1980s Funk Rock influences, funky bass guitar, drum machines, futuristic pads, sensual, energetic, anthemic, playful, melodic, party, piano keyboard, swinging drum groove, spoken word, call-and-response, barebones instrumental palette, Naked Funk, 1980s Boogie influences, ‑Modern, ‑female vocal

2010s Contemporary R&B, Electropop, 2010s Synthpop, 2010s, sexual, sensual, passionate, melismatic, modern warm fuzzy synth, low-frequency synth, detuned analog synth pads, dense, female R&B vocal, male R&B vocal, duet chorus, electric guitar solo, 2010s Synthwave, Alternative R&B influences, epic, cinematic, pulsating analog synth, reverbed synth pads, fast hi-hats, atmospheric, nocturnal, warm analog basslines, futuristic, rhythmic, lush, compressed punchy drum beats, reverbed snare, melodic, longing, oversinging, 2010s Electro House influences, ‑Fast

1990s Smooth Soul, Downtempo, Progressive Soul, 1990s, 1990s Soul, Chillout, soothing, aquatic, passionate, calm, sensual, atmospheric, female husky contralto flat vocal, romantic, introspective, silky, intimate, complex arrangements, textured, Jazz elements, 1990s Sophisti-Pop, Trip Hop influences, swirling MIDI keyboard synth pads, saxophone, electric guitar fuzz riffs, 1990s Alternative Rock influences, guitar power chords, mysterious, sentimental, melancholic, ethereal, hypnotic, vocal layering, timbral, oceanic, slow tempo ballad, eclectic, 1990s Rock elements, ‑Modern, ‑male vocal

2000s Contemporary R&B, Dance-Pop, 2000s, sensual, tribal, playful, soulful, melismatic, black female R&B vocal, black male rapper, romantic, rhythmic, low-frequency synth stabs, horn bursts, bleeping staccato keyboard, exotic flute, vocal layering, 2000s Dancehall, Bhangra influences, Arabic Pop elements, call-and-response vocals, exotic guitar strums, Funk breaks, syncopated rhythm, congas, tabla, kamancheh, tropical, hedonistic, energetic, siren alarm sound sampling, 2000s Hip Hop Soul influences, ‑Male vocal, ‑modern

2020s Alt-Pop, Bedroom Pop, Contemporary R&B, 2020s, 2020s Indie Pop, minimal, contemplative, solo producer & singer-songwriter, intimate, authentic, hazy, lo-fi, reverbed, DIY, teen male soft vocal, subtle breathy melisma, lush, atmospheric, warm, sleepy atmosphere, passionate, triumphant, bittersweet, 2020s Sophisti-Pop, Hypnagogic Pop, Classical Crossover influences, nostalgic, surreal, low-fidelity, jazzy classical instrumentation, soulful, piano, string, love, ethereal, romantic, melodic, microtonal, complex chords, harpsicord, synth pads, 2020s Chamber Pop influences, ‑Female vocal, ‑traditional studio producer

1980s Contemporary R&B, Dance-Pop, 1980s, post-disco R&B, passionate, anxious, nocturnal, mysterious, black male soulful tenor vocal, melodic, suspenseful, rhythmic, cold, hypnotic, anthemic, sensual, deep basslines, pulsating synth pads, analog string keyboard brass, angular overdriven guitar, funky rhythm, melismatic, versatile, breathy whisper to powerful full-throated vocal, soulful belt, backing vocals, 1980s Disco, Boogie influences, punchy drum machines, four-on-the-floor, string orchestration, bass groove, filter modulated synth, dark, atmospheric, longing, serious, bouncy, playful, bassy, distorted electric guitar hooks, 1980s Synth Funk, Hard Rock influences, ‑Modern, ‑female vocal

1990s Dance-Pop, Contemporary R&B, New Jack Swing, Post-Industrial, 1990s, 1990s Industrial & Noise, sexual, sensual, longing, energetic, passionate, black female R&B soft vocal, upbeat, vocal layering, light Hip Hop & Funk production, compressed aggressive drum hits, swinging groove, syncopated patterns, military sound, dark mechanical aesthetic, metallic percussion, noisy, dense, progressive, nocturnal, maximalist, punchy, eclectic, rhythmic, mysterious, 1990s industrial Rock, Trip Hop, Art Pop, Baggy influences, abrasive guitar, fuzzy dirty synth lines, surreal, trippy, dreamy, dark atmosphere, offbeat turntable scratches, artistic, unconventional, funk groove, acid breaks, psychedelic, jangly guitars, looping basslines, four-bar drum patterns, hypnotic, bassy, dissonant, chaotic, mechanical, anthemic, cold, futuristic, ‑Modern, ‑male vocal, ‑minimalistic

2010s Contemporary R&B, Pop, Electropop, 2010s, tropical, summer, hispanic female nasally girlish vocal, raspy falsetto, passionate, rhythmic, love, sexual, sensual, catchy, MIDI piano keyboard stabs, warm synth stabs, low-frequency synth, heavy bass, trumpet, finger snaps, trombone, melodic, warm, longing, evening, 2010s Latin Pop, Bolero son influences, Hispanic American Music tropes, commercial sound, Son cubano elements, shakers, romantic, mysterious, mellow, playful, boastful, male background ad libs, sparse drum pattern, "hey" chants, fast hi-hats, midtempo, Ratchet influences, ‑Male vocal

1990s UK Street Soul, Downtempo, Pop Soul, 1990s, 1990s Chillout, Soul, atmospheric, rhythmic, existensial, conscious, black british male restrained husky vocal, raw Roland SH-101 thumping basslines, syncopated staccato techno synth arpeggios, breakbeats rhythm, minimal texture, Hip Hop drum machine, Reggae-derived bass, 80s-style synth riffs, Lovers Rock singing style, Britfunk elements, Yamaha TX7 electric piano preset, Akai S950 sampler, groove-based, relaxed tempo, mellow beats, soulful, mysterious, spiritual, nocturnal, 1990s Breakbeat, Art Pop influences, drum breaks, syncopated drum patterns, artistic, guitar power chords, jamaican female toasting, jamaican chants, optimistic, passionate, futuristic, nocturnal, Acid Techno elements, Alternative Rock guitar, 1990s Alternative Dance influences, ‑Modern, ‑female vocal, ‑fast

1980s Pop Soul, Pop Rock, 1980s, 1980s Soul, Pop, Rock, love, rhythmic, sexual, black female off-beat vocal, soulful, Motown Sound-inspired, rhythmic guitar, backbeat, reverbed angular guitar, syncopated shuffling drum beat, propulsive strong rhythm, swing time, passionate, sensual, melodic, nocturnal, lush, warm, urban, romantic, breakup, playful, 1980s New Wave influences, agitated guitarwork, stop-and-go structures, jerky rhythm, quirky, keyboard, Rock & Roll elements, uplifting, lyrical dissonance, bittersweet, satirical, analog synth riffs, 1980s Synthpop influences, ‑Modern, ‑male vocal, ‑slow, ‑Disco, ‑Dance

1990s Boy Band, Teen Pop, Contemporary R&B, 1990s, 1990s Pop, teen male vocal group, teen-oriented, polished, love, ballad, bittersweet, sentimental, passionate, keyboard, guitar strum, commercial sound, 1990s New Jack Swing, synthesized guitar, light Hip Hop & Funk production, swinging rhythm, vocal harmonies, catchy, melodic, romantic, melismatic, anthemic, ethereal, oversinging, compressed beat, male backing vocals, sing-along chorus, midtempo, summer, ‑Modern, ‑female vocal

2010s Dancehall, Contemporary R&B, 2010s, Bashment, atmospheric, arab male rapper, laid-back condifent spoken rapping, black male R&B featuring vocal at chorus, stripped-down, pure rhythm of Roots Reggae, deejay, reverbed compressed lo-fi Dancehall rhythm, indigenous throat singing & tribal chants samplings, soulful, smooth, lush, synthesized productions, reverbed sparse piano, modulated pads, party, passionate, nocturnal, romantic, uplifting, rhythmic, 2010s Pop Rap, Afrobeats, Alternative R&B influences, melodic Rap chorus, sparse tight syncopated percussion, reverberated, heavy bass, reverbed vocal, smooth Electronic-influenced, love, hedonism, wistful, tropical, summer, tribal, spiritual, sombre, mystical, Afro Bashment, Hip Hop percussion roots, Dream-beat, vintage aesthetic, hazy, dreamy, analog swelling sidechained pads, 2010s Afroswing, Chillwave influences, ‑Female vocal

1990s Hip Hop Soul, Contemporary R&B, 1990s, rhythmic, melodic, mellow, sensual, black female restrained vocal, vocal group, vocal layering, Hip Hop beats, soulful groove, sampling, passionate, smooth, turntable, electric piano stabs, snappy prominent snare, syncopated funky electric guitar, sexual, bittersweet, urban, lush, relaxed tempo, black female rapper, 1990s New Jack Swing, G-Funk, Boom Bap influences, swinging rhythm, Funk elements, P-Funk samples, high-pitched portamento sine wave pattern on electronic keyboard, deep fluid bassline, syncopated horn hooks samples, fat monotonic drum, acoustic-sounding boom bap drum loop, melancholic, infidelity, longing, nocturnal, groovy, 1990s Neo-Soul influences, ‑Modern, ‑male vocal, ‑high-pitched vocal, ‑screaming, ‑soprano

2010s Dance-Pop, Contemporary R&B, 2010s, 2010s Pop, Dance, R&B, energetic, sexual, romantic, black male shrill spinto tenor vocal, danceable, catchy melodies, midtempo, syncopated throbbing beat, claps, syncopated deep bass, looping sexy saxophone burst hooks, playful whistling hooks, soulful, passionate, melismatic vocal, oversinging, ad libs, 808s drum, nasty funky deep brass, modern synthesized production, 909s breaks, siren alarm samplings, female soprano soft vocal, anthemic, repetitive, bouncy, melodic, playful, party, 2010s Pop Rap, Twerk, Go-Go influences, spoken vocal, white female rapper feature, twerking syncopated Trap elements, fast-paced 100 BPM, Bounce beats, Miami Bass sustained hi-hats, party-oriented, syncopated rhythm, heavy drums & congas funk breaks, horn bursts, whistles, call-and-response, rhythmic, vulgar, love, heavy bass, West Coast-style rhythm, snare claps, slappers, sparse drum patterns, repeated synth melody, Hyphy, Ratchet influences, ‑Four-on-the-floor

2000s Contemporary R&B, 2000s, atmospheric, bittersweet, ethereal, melancholic, simple melodies, female nasally shrill vocal, soulful, syncopated half-time drum breaks, sparse syncopated Roland TR-808 breaks, looped syncopated compressed percussions (bongos, shakers, cowbells), swelling haunting high-pitched synth pads, Crunk breaks, syncopated half-time snare, sparse compressed cymbals, sensual, rhythmic, longing, hypnotic, mysterious, cold, 2000s Electropop, Downtempo influences, low-frequency synth, syncopated rapid pulsated fuzzy basslines, triangle bell synth sparkles, groove-based, relaxed mellow tempo, ambient atmosphere, nocturnal, futuristic, love, lush, glitchy folk acoustic guitar loops, IDM production, 2000s Folktronica influences, ‑Male vocal, ‑Dance, ‑oversinging, ‑soprano vocal, ‑screaming, ‑whispering vocal

1980s Boogie, 1980s, 1980s Disco, R&B, Disco Boogie, lush, rhythmic, longing, passionate, black american female understated Soul vocal, slower tempo, pronounced Funk & R&B rhythm, heavily syncopated harmonies, drum machine, strong accented snares & claps, filter modulated synth leads, modulated bass, dense swirling string arrangements, four-on-the-floor beat, love, warm, melodic, bittersweet, romantic, soft, 1980s Funk, Smooth Soul influences, syncopated groove, funky bass lines, slapped percussive guitar, slow tempo ballads, silky sensual vocal, polished, intimate Soul arrangements, jazzy instrumentations, backing vocal harmonies, happy, futuristic, smooth, melismatic vocal, electronic programmed rhythm, stripped-down, barebones instrumental palette, 1980s Contemporary R&B, Synth Funk influences, ‑Modern, ‑male vocal, ‑MIDI

2020s Bedroom Pop, Neo-Soul, Psychedelic Pop, 2020s, 2020s Indie Pop, Soul, Psychedelia, TikTok song, longing, warm, romantic, bittersweet, melodic, black american male sleepy laid-back R&B vocal, spoken singing, solo producer, intimate authentic sound, reverbed, lo-fi aesthetic, hazy, accessible Pop songwriting, DIY aesthetic, eccentric sound, syncopated lo-fi Hip Hop groove, rhythmic percussion, lo-fi stop-and-go jangly guitar, angular agitated keyboard, minimal drum, prominent funky basslines, comical psychedelic studio effects, slapback echo, guitar chorus, tape effects, melodic, sexual, lush, psychedelic, playful, repetitive, sensual, rhythmic, progressive, ad libs, 2020s Contemporary R&B, Indie Rock influences, unique falsetto, flat melisma, soulful, smooth, less-mainstream independent Rock sound, raw style, anthemic, regret, quirky, mellow, eclectic, melancholic, stripped-down, lo-fi synth lines, syncopated groove, simple Rock melodies, 2020s Synth Funk, Pop Rock influences, ‑Female vocal, ‑major studio-driven sound

1990s Contemporary R&B, Dance-Pop, 1990s, 1990s R&B, Pop, Dance, female powerhouse soprano vocal, soulful, melismatic, vocal layering, oversinging, agitated funky angular guitar & high-pitched keyboard bleeps sampling, syncopated, throbbing bassline & tom drum sampling loops, playful, romantic, smooth, synth bells hooks, danceable groove, catchy melodies, anthemic chorus, passionate, party, love, uplifting, melodic, longing, sentimental, rhythmic, warm, sensual, midtempo, 1990s G-Funk, Hip Hop Soul influences, relaxed groove, live drum instrumentation, high-pitched sine wave pattern played portamento style keyboard, squelchy basslines, acoustic-sounding Hip Hop kick & cracking snare loops, background vocals, happy, psychedelic, bittersweet, bright, simple melodies, funky staccato synth bleeps, 1990s Synth Funk influences, ‑Modern, ‑male vocal

1990s Acid Jazz, Funk, 1990s, 1990s R&B, Club Jazz, drugs, psychedelic, lush, warm, rhythmic, british male smooth tenor vocal, eclectic sound, Jazz & Funk elements, Hip Hop grooves, 90s Dance elements, DJ turntablism, vinyl scratching & beat juggling, danceable, strong syncopated groove, bass guitar, percussive electric guitar, acid wah pedal effects, acid swirling keyboards, syncopated piano stabs, vibraphone, melodic, happy, smooth, introspective, playful, nocturnal, uplifting, optimistic, atmospheric, slow, 1990s Jazz-Funk, Neo-Soul influences, bass grooves, Jazz elements on Funk rhythms, Hip Hop boom bap percussion, string arrangements, passionate, bouncy, mellow, soothing, futuristic, soft, bright, psychedelic effects, surreal keyboards hooks, soulful expressive vocal, looped clipped vocals, staccato piano riffs, crisp syncopated hi-hats, synth stabs, 1990s Psychedelic Soul, Garage House influences, ‑Modern, ‑female vocal, ‑congas

2020s Adult Contemporary, Contemporary R&B, 2020s, 2020s Pop, R&B, AI-generated song, music exploitation, love, melodic, depressive, AI-generated black female artificial vocal, generic R&B AI-generated vocal, slow, light soothing tone, commercial sound, streamline format, catchy hooks, piano, keyboard, generic AC instrumentation, soulful, passionate, melismatic, smooth, lush, synthezised production, heavy bass, 808s, generic R&B production formula, recycled sound, AI artifacts, compressed AI vocalization, unnecessary ad libs & oversinging, AI-generated bad songwriting, romantic, ballad, bittersweet, sentimental, hateful, 2020s Downtempo influences, groove-based, mellow beats, atmospheric, layered texture, boastful, basic generic melodies, high audio compression, unoriginal sound, fast hi-hats, heavy bassline, moderate tempo, generic Trap production, nocturnal, laid-back vocal, 2020s Trap Soul influences, ‑Human vocal, ‑male vocal, ‑artistic, ‑good music

1980s Contemporary R&B, Minneapolis Sound, Synth Funk, 1980s, 1980s R&B, Funk, Minneapolis scene, minimalistic, sexual, playful, sensual, love, rhythmic, black american male high-registered flamboyant raspy vocal, androgynous voice, unique falsetto, soulful, melismatic, smooth glossy R&B production, syncopated electronically programmed rhythms, angular New Wave-inspired rhythms, electric guitar emphasis, heavy layered futuristic sharp synth stabs, jolting jerky rhythms, angular busy guitarwork, minimalistic drum machines, definitive rhythm sections, stripped-down, risque lyricism, naked funk, saxophone bursts, glossy synth lines, synth basslines, jittery analog angular beeping synth, androgynous backing vocal harmonies, urban, uplifting, boastful, romantic, quirky, melodic, passionate, happy, bouncy, punchy, syncopated grooves, jangly funky percussive guitar riffs, keyboards stabs, female backing vocal harmonies, 1980s Funk Rock influences, ‑Modern, ‑female vocal, ‑4/4 rhythm

2020s Neo-Soul, Alternative R&B, 2020s, Indie R&B, ethereal, lush, mellow, introspective, sentimental, longing, black american female unique shrill cursive vocal, rhythmic percussion, Trap & Hip Hop groove, punchy 2/4 half-time beat, interlocked sustained jangly synth, tremolo jangly harp riffs, jangly synth bells, smooth, reverberated, Electronic-influenced production, heavy 808s bass, spiritual, optimistic, atmospheric, psychedelic, bittersweet, soothing, lonely, passionate, spring, melodic, warm, stream of consciousness, 2020s Trip Hop, Neo-Psychedelia influences, surreal, trippy, dark atmosphere, groove-based, slow relaxed tempo, swirling hypnotic keyboards, clean electric guitar chimes, Psychedelia studio effects, melancholic, sad, peaceful, bright, mental health, serious, hazy, twinkling, psychedelic digital effects, catchy melodies, reverbed tremolo guitars, effects-laden, dreamy, spacious, dense production, 2020s Psychedelic Soul, Psychedelic Pop, Dream Pop influences, ‑Male vocal, ‑belting, ‑soprano vocal, ‑powerhouse vocal

2000s Contemporary R&B, Dance-Pop, Crunk, 2000s, 2000s R&B, Dance, Hip Hop, Crunk&B, sexual, urban, rhythmic, hedonism, southern black female bright nimble smoky speak-singing vocal, breathy understated voice, soulful, passionate, minimal melisma, synthesized production, midtempo Hip Hop & Crunk beats, electronically programmed rhythms, dance-oriented urban dance, simple catchy melodies, throbbing beats, TR-808 & 909 drum machine, brass synth stabs, high-pitched mechanical synth whistle hooks, sharp snapping claps, ticking hi-hats, staccato synth brass, whining G-funk-style high-register leads, minimalistic, sensual, party, melodic, ad libs, repetitive, 2000s Pop Rap influences, southern male rapper feature, melodious rhythmic spoken singing, catchy tunes, love, playful, mellow, Southern Hip Hop elements, slower tempo, melodic approach of Miami Bass, Sustained Roland TR-808 kick drums, Electro elements, 2000s Atlanta Bass influences, ‑Male vocal, ‑slow singing

2000s Contemporary R&B, Pop, 2000s, 2000s R&B, breakup, ballad, sensual, bittersweet, black american male emotional tenor vocal, silky falsetto & piercing high notes, soulful, passionate, melismatic vocals, smooth synthesized production, piano, synthesized guitar, oversinging, ad libs, vocal layering, syncopated 808s kick & hi-hats, claps, high-pitched sine wave pattern played portamento style, electronic keyboards, lush arrangements, rhythmic fast singing delivery, polished production, commercial sound, catchy hooks, lonely, sad, rhythmic, warm, urban, winter, 2000s Hip Hop Soul, Chipmunk Soul influences, mellow Hip Hop beats, slow tempo, 808s, sped-up Soul samples hooks, sped-up pitched-up vocal samples, slick soulful production, sentimental, romantic, infidelity, nocturnal, rhythmic percussion, slow groove, jazzy instrumentation, 2000s Neo-Soul influences, ‑Female vocal, ‑New Jack Swing

2020s Alt-Pop, Contemporary R&B, 2020s, 2020s Alternative Pop, R&B, sensual, atmospheric, sexual, love, ethereal, nocturnal, american female whispered quiet airy vocals, ad libs, alternative/indie sensibilities, minimal arrangements, contemplative atmosphere, dark & dreamy downbeat tone, personal approach, unique sound, syncopated trippy electronic broken beat, modern warm synth layers, dreamy pulsating pads, modern effects (reverb, echo, delay), soulful passionate vocal, minimal breathy melisma, Hip Hop breaks elements, syncopated broken hi-hats, romantic, psychedelic, lush, mellow, warm, passionate, hedonism, hypnotic, melodic, soothing, rhythmic, playful, pastiche, fashion, vocal chops, 2020s Chillstep, Alternative R&B influences, Liquid Dubstep, relaxed Dubstep sound, Ambient elements, hazy sub-basses, dreamy wobbles, Future Garage jittery broken rhythms, smooth reverbed production, heavy bass, groove-based, relaxed tempo, mellow beat, 2020s Downtempo influences, ‑Male vocal

2000s Contemporary R&B, Electropop, 2000s, 2000s R&B, Pop, Electronic, nocturnal, longing, love, breakup, black american female husky smoky contralto chest vocal, soulful melismatic vocal, smooth synthesized production, syncopated Hip Hop-influenced beat (Futuristic Swag & Snap sound), 808s beat, reverbed claps & snare, military fanfare horn trumpets riffs, military march drums, dense layered compressed production, swelling layered warm fuzzy synth leads, low-frequency synth swell, sustained warm fuzzy pads, high-pitched angular chimming synth arpeggios, syncopated electronic-programmed beats, vocal layering, ad libs, anthemic bombastic sound, sensual, passionate, melancholic, lush, sentimental, lonely, 2000s Pop Soul, Synthpop influences, commercial Soul sound, expressive flexible vocal, prominent melodic modern digital synth, syncopated drum machines, cold atmosphere, slick Jazz & classic R&B elements, polished production, agitated angular basslines, 2000s Sophisti-Pop influences, ‑Male vocal, ‑Dance, ‑4/4 rhythm, ‑slow singing

2000s Pop Soul, 2000s, Soul, 2000s Pop, melancholic, depressive, breakup, introspective, passionate, female soulful contralto vocal fry, deadpan, sombre, bittersweet, melodic, mournful electric piano, deep reverbed bass lines, guitar, Brill Building influences, Jazz Pop, 2000s Neo-Soul, Deep Soul influences, Wall of Sound, melodramatic orchestration, Jazz instrumentation, trombone, string, funereal trumpet horn, rhythmic percussion, longing, dark, funereal, Southern Soul groove, Motown Sound influences

2020s Afrobeats, Contemporary R&B, 2020s, Azonto, 2020s Pop, sensual, mellow, warm, rhythmic, nigerian male autotuned vocal, playful, melodic, tropical, Hiplife influences, Coupé-décalé influences, low-pitched keyboard plucks, minimal synth pads, deep reverbed bassline, 2020s Pop Rap, ad libs, guitar plucks with delay, mellow kick and snare, sparse punchy rimshots, synth wobble, passionate, urban, chill, syncopated Downtempo beat, rap-like singing, Dancehall influences

2010s K-Pop, Contemporary R&B, Pop, 2010s, 2010s R&B, 케이팝, soft, quirky, rhythmic, rebellious, korean female smooth light-lyric soprano vocal, conversational vocal style, South Korea contemporary style, third generation K-Pop sound, eclectic modern R&B & Hip Hop elements, syncopated rhythm, syncopated 808s kicks, crisp hi-hats & claps, guitar plucks, modern keyboard riffs, Low-pass filtered pads, SFX digital sound effects (ringtone, phone ringing, computer clicks, internet SFX, notification sound, keyboard typing, bleeps), soulful passionate vocal, light melisma, minimalistic, syncopated Trap-influenced beats, catchy hooks, commercial sound, melodious spoken-style singing, playful stuttering words, fame, soothing, internet, code-mixing, melodic, sarcastic, playful, apathetic, love, anxious, 2010s Alternative R&B influences, smooth reverberated production, heavy bass, airy sound, commercial Soul sound, expressive flexible vocal, jazzy Samba sound, 2010s Pop Soul, Bossa nova influences, ‑Male vocal, ‑Dance, ‑4/4 rhythm, ‑slow-singing style

2010s Alternative R&B, Contemporary R&B, 2010s, 2010s R&B, PBR&B, lush, rhythmic, love, melodic, passionate, black canadian male emotional crooning baritone vocal, singing-talking, timbral, subtle smooth reverberated airy production, heavy bass, soulful singing, understated melismatic vocal, lush synthesized production, steady four-on-the-floor compressed Hip Hop & Disco/House beat, crackly snare, dreamy wavy layered synth pads, heartbeat pulsing texture, soothing, mellow, sensual, nocturnal, melancholic, ethereal, bittersweet, romantic, longing, atmospheric, sentimental, optimistic, smooth, 2010s Synthpop, UK Bass influences, modern melodic smooth keyboards riffs, smooth polysynths with slow attack times, digitally-programmed 4/4 drum textures, prominent bass/sub-basses, deep airy mechanical sound of Dubstep, Footwork & Breakbeat elements, shuffling rhythms of UK Garage, Soca/Dancehall & Tribal House textures, minimal, contemplative atmosphere, 2010s UK Funky, Alt-Pop influences, ‑Female vocal, ‑EDM