Pop Soul

Pop soul is a vibrant and emotive genre that combines the catchy hooks and production of pop music with the heartfelt, soulful vocals and instrumentation of soul and R&B. Characterized by its blend of upbeat, syncopated rhythms and introspective, often melancholic lyrics, pop soul typically features lush vocal harmonies, warm keyboard textures, and a mix of electronic and organic instrumentation. Emerging in the early 2000s, pop soul drew inspiration from classic soul and Motown, as well as contemporary R&B and hip-hop. The genre gained mainstream popularity in the mid-2010s, with its cultural significance lying in its ability to bring soulful, authentic storytelling to a broader audience. Pop soul's blend of timeless soul sensibilities and modern pop production sets it apart from more retro-focused soul revivalism, while its emphasis on emotional vulnerability and lyrical honesty distinguishes it from more superficial pop styles.

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No Regrets
Single - Released March 28, 2025

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Ainae
Aloe Blacc
Andye
Annatoria
Aqyila
Artino
Austin George
Ben Swissa
Billy Dans
Bridge Music
CADDY
Caitlin
Camille Trust
Carl De Villa
Chév Asto
Claire Leslie
DEON
Daju
Dani King
Darius Martin
Diana Inez
Dinda Ghania
Eliyah Black
Emily Brimlow
Extrazen
Farrah
Fosca & Samt
Gabby Laurent
Genia
Georgia Michel
Haley Bridge
Halle
I Am Roze
Ian Harrison
Isaiah Falls
Isaiah Roberts
J.Tajor
JYLEE
James Kaye
Jay Bird
Jaylon Ashaun
Jecito
Jex
Kaelyn Kastle
Kaylee Ameri
Killyang
Kim Cesarion
LAVINIA
Lauren Walton
Leanne Louise
Levi Bloom
Lillvi
Lj the Messenger
Lu
Madishu
MarMar
Marc E. Bassy
Max Lean
Maya Randle
Maz B
Micah Dailey-White
Mikayl Blu
Myles O'Neal
NONIK
Nathaniel Earl
Neal Francis
Noah XO
Noelle Johnson
Olivia Dean
Omojo
Pepé
Quay Global
Revival
Rodney Douglas Jr.
Rory Hope
Royal She
Sanura
Shawndy
Sir Woman
Sissy Ford
Sofia Camara
Stacey Ryan
Step
Steven Rodriguez
Taraj
Taylor Mosley
Vic Laos
Vic Lucas
Victor Sabri
Will Gittens
Willy Bronca
XANDi
Yurie
Zeke Bleu
anees
bodie
cikho
joki
maryjo
outr.cty
Adele
Mark Ronson
Dasha
John Legend
Tucker Wetmore
Olivia Dean
SAULT
Jamie Miller
Yebba
Aloe Blacc
Mae Stephens
Corinne Bailey Rae
LAVINIA
Steven Rodriguez
J.Tajor
Shy Smith
Ryannah J
SHUNE
Preston Pablo
Madison Ryann Ward
Jessie Ware
Vincent Mason
Parson James
anees
Lagique
Marc E. Bassy
Emie
Shoti
Asal
Ashley Alisha
Amélie Farren
Lederrick
Lawrence
Billy Dans
Samuel Miller
Halle
Jaime Deraz
J'calm
Lianne La Havas
Marina Reche
Rocco
Stacey Ryan
Hunter
Jann
India Shan
Alex Jean
joki
Kareen Lomax
Cynthia Erivo
Billi Royce
Isaiah Falls
Jex
Luke Hemmings
Mayer Hawthorne
Aqyila
Jimmy Brown
Kelo
Amira Eldine
Angel Almaguer
Stephen Day
Daniel Santoro
Tiffany Aris
Aṣa
Mikayl Blu
Olive Jones
Unora
POURI X
Lexnour
Annatoria
Syon
SOLOMON
Austin George
Gabby Laurent
Barney Sku
Anella
Celina Sharma
Giana Mello
Joseph Solomon
Eden Golan
Rory Hope
Cammie Robinson
Noelle Johnson
SACHA
Brit Smith
HNE
Kennedy Ryon
DRAY
iyla
3Breezy
Adrian Delgado
Tanna Leone
kaii
Katy Tiz
Jordan Mackampa
Kovacs
Michal Leah
Jae Bourgeoisie
Emily King
Katie Tupper
Conor Matthews