The dataset contains information about various vocal styles and music genres, highlighting their characteristics, notable artists, and historical origins. It reflects elements from classical vocal ranges to contemporary music styles, spanning several centuries.
| Style | Genre | Description | Key Artists | Origin Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soprano | Classical | The highest vocal range for female singers. | Maria Callas | 1500s |
| Alto | Classical | The second highest vocal range for female singers. | Leontyne Price | 1600s |
| Countertenor | Classical | A male singing voice that is equivalent to an alto or mezzo-soprano. | Andreas Scholl | 1600s |
| Tenor | Classical | A high male voice. | Luciano Pavarotti | 1600s |
| Baritone | Classical | A male voice that lies between the tenor and bass. | Dmitri Hvorostovsky | 1600s |
| Bass | Classical | The lowest male voice. | Boris Christoff | 1600s |
| Mezzo-soprano | Classical | A female voice between soprano and contralto. | Cecilia Bartoli | 1700s |
| Pop | Pop | Mainstream music that is commercially recorded for a wide audience. | Britney Spears | 1950s |
| R&B | Soul | A modern genre combining rhythm and blues with soul, often focusing on themes of love and relationships. | Alicia Keys | 1940s |
| Hip Hop | Hip Hop | A genre characterized by rhythmic vocal style called rapping, often focusing on social issues or party themes. | Kendrick Lamar | 1970s |
| Jazz | Jazz | A genre characterized by improvisation, syncopation, and rhythmic swing. | Ella Fitzgerald | 1920s |
| Blues | Blues | A genre characterized by its use of specific chord progressions and expressive melodies. | B.B. King | 1890s |
| Rock | Rock | A broad genre of popular music that originated as rock and roll in the United States in the late 1940s. | Freddie Mercury | 1950s |
| Metal | Heavy Metal | A genre known for its loud, aggressive sound and themes of rebellion. | Ozzy Osbourne | 1970s |
| Folk | Folk | Traditional music that expresses the life and culture of a specific community. | Bob Dylan | 1960s |
| Reggae | Reggae | A genre that originated in Jamaica that emphasizes rhythm and blues, characterized by offbeat rhythms. | Bob Marley | 1960s |
| Country | Country | A genre that originated in the southern United States, typically featuring simple chord progressions. | Johnny Cash | 1920s |
| Electronic | Electronic | Music created using electronic instruments and technology, often features synthesized sounds. | Daft Punk | 1970s |
| Indie | Indie | A genre of music that is produced independently from commercial record labels. | Arcade Fire | 2000s |
| Soul | Soul | A genre that combines rhythm and blues with gospel and jazz influences. | Aretha Franklin | 1950s |
| Gospel | Gospel | Music of the Christian church, often featuring strong vocals and harmonies. | Mahalia Jackson | 1930s |
| Opera | Classical | A dramatic art form combining singing and orchestration, often tells a story. | Giuseppe Verdi | 1600s |
| Acapella | Various | Vocal performance without instrumental accompaniment, can span various genres. | Pentatonix | 1980s |
| Choral | Classical | Vocal music performed by a choir, typically in harmony. | King's Singers | 1000s |
| Vocal Jazz | Jazz | A genre that emphasizes vocal improvisation and the use of jazz techniques. | Carmen McRae | 1940s |
| New Age | New Age | A genre characterized by soothing sounds and spiritual influences, often instrumental. | Enya | 1980s |
| Experimental | Various | A genre that pushes the boundaries of music, often incorporating unconventional techniques. | Bjork | 1990s |
| Dubstep | Electronic | A genre characterized by heavy bass and syncopated rhythms, often features vocal samples. | Skrillex | 2000s |
| Trip Hop | Electronic | A genre that blends hip hop with electronic music and downtempo beats. | Massive Attack | 1990s |
| Funk | Funk | A genre that emphasizes rhythmic groove and strong bass lines, often dance-oriented. | Parliament-Funkadelic | 1960s |
| Disco | Disco | A genre known for its danceable beats and rhythmic, syncopated basslines. | Bee Gees | 1970s |
| Ballad | Various | A song that tells a story, often slow in tempo and emotional. | Adele | 2000s |
| Acid Jazz | Jazz | A fusion of jazz, funk, and hip hop, often with a danceable beat. | Jamiroquai | 1980s |
| Grunge | Rock | A subgenre of alternative rock that emerged in the 1990s, known for its raw sound. | Nirvana | 1980s |
| Post-Rock | Rock | A genre that uses rock instruments but focuses on sound texture and atmosphere instead of traditional song structure. | Sigur Rós | 1990s |
| Latin Pop | Pop | A genre that combines Latin rhythms with pop melodies and structures. | Shakira | 2000s |
| Operatic Pop | Pop | Combines classical singing techniques with contemporary pop music styles. | Il Divo | 2000s |
| Vocals in EDM | Electronic | Singing incorporated into Electronic Dance Music tracks, often featuring catchy hooks. | Zedd | 2010s |
| World Music | Various | A broad category encompassing the traditional music of different cultures around the globe. | Youssou N'Dour | 1980s |
| Ambient | Electronic | A genre focusing on creating a mood or atmosphere through sound, often instrumental. | Brian Eno | 1970s |
| Lo-fi | Hip Hop | A genre characterized by its raw, unpolished production quality, often incorporates elements of chill music. | Nujabes | 2000s |
| House | Electronic | A genre of electronic music that developed in the 1980s and is characterized by a repetitive 4/4 beat. | Frankie Knuckles | 1980s |
| K-Pop | Pop | A genre originating from South Korea that encompasses a wide range of influences and features choreographed dance routines. | BTS | 1990s |
| J-Pop | Pop | Japanese pop music that blends Western music elements with traditional Japanese musical styles. | Hikaru Utada | 1990s |
| Children's Music | Various | Music created for or performed by children, often educational or entertaining in nature. | Raffi | 1960s |
| Show Tunes | Musical Theatre | Songs from musicals or stage productions, often telling a story or conveying emotion. | Lin-Manuel Miranda | 2000s |
| Spoken Word | Various | Performance art where the artist speaks rather than sings, often poetry or prose. | Gil Scott-Heron | 1960s |
| Christian Contemporary | Gospel | Modern songs that express Christian faith and worldview, crossing into various genres. | Chris Tomlin | 1990s |
| Zydeco | Folk | A music genre that blends Creole, blues, and Cajun influences, often featuring accordion. | Clifton Chenier | 1930s |
| Ska | Reggae | A music genre that originated in Jamaica, characterized by a strong rhythmic style and upbeat tempo. | The Specials | 1960s |
| synth-pop | Pop | A genre that emerged in the late 1970s, characterized by the use of synthesizers and catchy melodies. | Depeche Mode | 1980s |
| Vocaloid | Electronic | A voice synthesizing software technology that allows users to create singing by inputting music and lyrics. | Hatsune Miku | 2000s |
| Trap | Hip Hop | A subgenre of hip hop known for its use of 808 kick drums and hi-hats, often features aggressive beats. | Future | 2000s |
| Chanson | Pop | French song genre known for its lyrical poetry and emotional depth. | Edith Piaf | 1920s |
| Experimental Pop | Pop | A genre that blends traditional pop with experimental music techniques. | Fiona Apple | 1990s |
| Glam Rock | Rock | A genre characterized by flamboyant fashion and theatrical performances focusing on anthemic styles. | David Bowie | 1970s |
| Screamo | Metal | A subgenre of post-hardcore music known for its aggressive vocals and emotional lyrics. | There for Tomorrow | 1990s |
| Industrial | Rock | A genre that incorporates noise music, synthesizers, and unconventional instruments, often with abrasive vocals. | Nine Inch Nails | 1980s |
| Noise Pop | Pop | A subgenre of pop music that combines elements of noise music with melodic pop sounds. | My Bloody Valentine | 1980s |
| Math Rock | Rock | A style of rock music known for its complex rhythms and time signatures, often instrumental. | Don Caballero | 1990s |
| Chillwave | Electronic | A genre characterized by its lo-fi sound, nostalgia, and dreamy melodies. | Washed Out | 2000s |
| Post-Punk | Rock | A genre that emerged in the late 1970s, characterized by its departure from traditional punk rock aesthetics. | Joy Division | 1970s |
| Polka | Folk | A lively dance music genre of Bohemian origin, often featuring brass instruments and accordions. | Frank Yankovic | 1800s |
| Bluegrass | Folk | A form of American roots music that blends elements of folk, country, and jazz. | Bill Monroe | 1940s |
| Surf Rock | Rock | A genre characterized by reverb-heavy guitar sounds and themes related to surf culture. | The Beach Boys | 1960s |
| Fado | World Music | A traditional Portuguese music genre characterized by its mournful tunes and lyrics, often about longing. | Amália Rodrigues | 1800s |
| Ragga | Reggae | A subgenre of reggae that emphasizes vocal styles with electronic instruments, often more upbeat. | Buju Banton | 1980s |
| Hard Rock | Rock | A genre characterized by aggressive vocals and amplified instrumentation, focuses on fierce guitar riffs. | AC/DC | 1970s |
| Progressive Rock | Rock | A genre that incorporates complex time signatures, extended compositions, and incorporates elements from classical music. | Pink Floyd | 1960s |
| Swing | Jazz | A style of jazz music that became popular in the 1930s and 1940s featuring big bands and danceable rhythms. | Duke Ellington | 1930s |
| Bossa Nova | Jazz | A Brazilian music genre that blends samba and jazz, known for its smooth melodies and subtle rhythms. | João Gilberto | 1950s |
| Vaporwave | Electronic | A microgenre of electronic music that emerged in the early 2010s, characterized by its nostalgic commentary on consumerism. | Macintosh Plus | 2010s |
| Drum and Bass | Electronic | A genre characterized by fast breakbeats and heavy basslines, often instrumental. | Goldie | 1990s |
| Soulful House | Electronic | A subgenre of house music that incorporates soulful vocals and gospel influences. | Masters At Work | 1990s |
| Bhangra | World Music | A lively form of folk music associated with the Punjabi culture, often featuring drums and string instruments. | Bally Sagoo | 1980s |
| Afrobeats | World Music | A contemporary genre from West Africa that blends African rhythms with jazz, funk, and R&B. | Wizkid | 2010s |
| Shanty | Folk | A type of work song that was sung to improve the efficiency of labor on ships. | The Longest Johns | 1800s |
| Drill | Hip Hop | A subgenre of hip hop originating in Chicago, characterized by dark beats and violent lyrical content. | Chief Keef | 2010s |
| Dance-Pop | Pop | A genre that combines pop melodies with up-tempo beats, often commercialized for dance music. | Lady Gaga | 2000s |
| Synthwave | Electronic | A genre that evokes the sounds and aesthetic of the 1980s electronic music. | Kavinsky | 2000s |
| Darkwave | Electronic | A genre that blends elements of post-punk with synth and ambient music, often with dark themes. | Clan of Xymox | 1980s |
| Post-Hardcore | Rock | A subgenre of hardcore punk that employs more melodic elements, experimental song structures. | Thrice | 1990s |
| Chamber Pop | Pop | A style of pop music that incorporates classical instrumentation and arrangements. | Belle and Sebastian | 1990s |
| Ska Punk | Rock | A fusion genre that combines ska and punk rock, characterized by upbeat tempo and brass sections. | Reel Big Fish | 1990s |
| Hardcore | Punk | An aggressive genre of punk rock known for fast tempos and heavy instrumentation. | Black Flag | 1980s |
| New Wave | Rock | A genre that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s, incorporates pop aesthetics with punk influences. | The Cars | 1970s |
| Acoustic Rock | Rock | A relaxed genre focusing on singer-songwriter elements and acoustic instrumentation. | Jack Johnson | 2000s |
| Country Pop | Country | A fusion of country music and pop music, often appealing to a broader audience. | Taylor Swift | 2000s |
| Alternative Rock | Rock | A broad genre derived from the independent rock scene, often experimental and eclectic. | Radiohead | 1990s |
| Glam Metal | Metal | A genre that combines heavy metal music with glam rock aesthetics, popular in the 1980s. | Mötley Crüe | 1980s |
| Raï | World Music | A popular Algerian music genre that blends folk, pop, and reggae elements. | Cheb Mami | 1920s |
| Tuvan Throat Singing | World Music | A traditional singing style originating from Mongolia and Tuva, involves the production of multiple pitches concurrently. | Huun-Huur-Tu | 1990s |
| Blue Eyed Soul | Soul | A genre that describes white artists who perform soul and R&B music. | Hall & Oates | 1970s |
| Nu Metal | Metal | A subgenre of metal that incorporates elements from other genres, including hip hop and grunge. | Linkin Park | 1990s |
| Chiptune | Electronic | Music created using the sound chips of vintage computers and gaming consoles. | Anamanaguchi | 2000s |
| Acoustic Folk | Folk | Traditional folk music characterized by acoustic instrumentation and lyrical storytelling. | Simon & Garfunkel | 1960s |
| Pop Punk | Rock | A genre that combines elements of punk rock with pop music's catchy melodies. | Blink-182 | 1990s |
| Ballad Rock | Rock | A style of rock music that emphasizes deeply emotional lyrics and slow tempos. | Ed Sheeran | 2010s |
| Emo | Rock | A subgenre of punk rock known for its confessional lyrics and expressive vocals. | My Chemical Romance | 2000s |
| Easy Listening | Pop | A genre characterized by mellow, relaxing music favorable for background listening. | The Carpenters | 1970s |
| Industrial Metal | Metal | A fusion genre that combines industrial music and heavy metal. | Ministry | 1980s |
| Acid House | Electronic | A style of house music characterized by the use of the Roland TB-303 bass synthesizer. | Phuture | 1980s |
| Soulful R&B | R&B | A genre that incorporates deep emotional vocals and rich harmonies, emphasizes soulful melodies. | John Legend | 2000s |
| Christian Rap | Hip Hop | A genre of hip hop music that focuses on Christian themes and lyrics. | Lecrae | 2000s |
| Electronicore | Metal | A fusion of heavy metal and electronic music styles, typically incorporating both scream and clean vocals. | I See Stars | 2010s |
| Slow Jam | R&B | A style of romantic music often characterized by its gentle, slow melodies. | Usher | 1990s |
| Art Pop | Pop | A genre that embraces the avant-garde and experimental aspects of pop music. | Kate Bush | 1970s |
| Tropical House | Electronic | A subgenre of deep house music characterized by a relaxed tempo and tropical vibes. | Kygo | 2010s |
| Acoustic Punk | Punk | A stripped-down version of punk music, often using acoustic instruments and focusing on lyrics. | Against Me! | 2000s |
| Jangle Pop | Pop | A subgenre characterized by jangly guitars and melodic hooks, often with a dreamy quality. | The Byrds | 1980s |
| Soft Rock | Rock | A mellow style of rock music characterized by harmonic vocals and delicate melodies. | Carole King | 1970s |
| Indie Pop | Pop | A genre of music produced by independent artists, often characterized by DIY ethics and eclectic influences. | Belle and Sebastian | 1990s |
| Barn Dance | Folk | A traditional style of communal dancing accompanied by folk music, often performed at social gatherings. | The Chieftains | 1800s |
| Ballet Music | Classical | Music specially composed for ballet performances, intertwining dance and musical expression. | Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky | 1800s |
| Choral Music | Classical | Vocal music performed by a choir, can be sacred or secular, and focuses on harmony. | The Mormon Tabernacle Choir | 1000s |
| Freestyle | Hip Hop | A style of improvisational rap, often performed in a competitive setting. | Eminem | 1990s |
| Rockabilly | Rock | A genre that combines elements of rock and roll, country, and rhythm and blues. | Elvis Presley | 1950s |
| Stick Figure | World Music | A genre that features acoustic guitar rhythms with soothing vocals, often focused on positive themes. | Iration | 2010s |
| Folk Rock | Folk | A fusion of folk music and rock that emerged in the 1960s, featuring acoustic instruments. | Simon & Garfunkel | 1960s |
| Celtic | World Music | Traditional music from the Celtic regions, often featuring folk instruments like fiddles and bagpipes. | Loreena McKennitt | 1990s |
| Mulato | Various | A style embodying mixed cultural influences, often seen in music celebrating cross-cultural identities. | Lila Downs | 2000s |
| Buddy | Various | Generic label denoting a music style emphasizing friendship, unity, and community. | G. Love & Special Sauce | 1990s |
| Deep House | Electronic | A subgenre of house music known for its complex melodies and soulful vocals. | Kerri Chandler | 1980s |
| Neo-Soul | Soul | A modern genre that combines soul with jazz, hip hop, and contemporary R&B influences. | Erykah Badu | 1990s |
| Yorkshire Folk | Folk | Regional folk music that represents the cultural and musical traditions of Yorkshire, England. | The Unthanks | 2000s |
| Last Dance | Dance | A genre representing songs frequently played at the conclusion of a dance or party, aimed to create dramatic farewells. | Donna Summer | 1970s |
| Garage Rock | Rock | A raw form of rock music that emphasizes a DIY aesthetic, often associated with the 1960s. | The Stooges | 1960s |
| Samba | World Music | A Brazilian music genre marked by rhythmic energy that is often accompanied by festive dancing. | Carlos Jobim | 1920s |
| Dub | Reggae | A genre that originated from reggae, focusing on instrumental remixes emphasizing production effects. | Lee Scratch" Perry" | 1960s |
| Swing Revival | Jazz | A revival of swing music and dance that emerged in the late 1990s and early 2000s, often including big bands. | Big Bad Voodoo Daddy | 1990s |
| Space Rock | Rock | A genre that uses psychedelic influences and implements themes surrounding outer space. | Pink Floyd | 1960s |
| Alternative Country | Country | A genre that blends traditional country music with other genres, often focusing on introspective lyrics. | Wilco | 1990s |
| Ritmo | World Music | A genre incorporating global drum patterns and rhythms, often used in dance music. | DJ Snake | 2010s |
| Art Pop | Pop | Music characterized by the artsy aspects of pop and often seen breaking commercial boundaries. | David Bowie | 1970s |
| Screamo | Punk | Utilizes both harsh and melodic singing, often very emotional, combining punk rock with post-hardcore elements. | Underoath | 2000s |
| Viking Metal | Metal | A subgenre of heavy metal that focuses on Norse mythology and themes of exploration. | Amon Amarth | 1990s |
| Experimental Hip Hop | Hip Hop | A genre that pushes the boundaries of traditional hip hop through eclectic sounds, samples, and instrumentals. | Death Grips | 2010s |
| Post-Disco | Dance | Evolved from disco, characterized by new wave influences and electronic elements in dance music. | Prince | 1980s |
| Power Pop | Rock | A subgenre of pop rock that emphasizes catchy melodies and guitar riffs. | Cheap Trick | 1970s |
| Sea Shanty | Folk | A type of work song that was sung by sailors to accompany their labor on ships. | The Longest Johns | 1800s |
| Acoustic Indie | Indie | An acoustic version of indie music, often featuring singer-songwriter aesthetics. | Iron & Wine | 2000s |
| Valleys | Various | Musical influences emanating from rural areas, often adopting folk influences and traditional instrumentation. | The Decemberists | 2000s |
| Afrofuturism | World Music | A genre that blends African culture and mythology with futuristic themes, emphasizing artistic expression. | Sun Ra | 1970s |
| Indie Folk | Folk | A blend of folk music with independent artist attributes and DIY economic models. | Fleet Foxes | 2000s |
| Space Age Pop | Pop | An experimental music genre from the 1950s and 60s that used innovative production techniques to create futuristic sounds. | Martin Denny | 1950s |
| Children's Opera | Classical | An opera style specifically designed for children featuring age-appropriate stories and music. | The Magic Flute by Mozart | 1791 |
| Ceilidh | Folk | A traditional Irish gathering involving traditional music, dancing, and storytelling. | The Chieftains | 1800s |
| Street Punk | Punk | A punk subgenre characterized by a rawer sound, often associated with anti-establishment themes. | The Sex Pistols | 1970s |
| Avant-Pop | Pop | A genre that emphasizes nontraditional songwriting methods and obscure structures, often blurring genre lines. | Sufjan Stevens | 2000s |