human
I've been hearing about a new type of music that's been gaining popularity recently. What is it?
assistant
That would be hip-hop. It’s a genre of music that originated in the Bronx, New York City, in the 1970s. It combines elements of jazz, funk, and soul with the rhythmic and percussive sounds of African-American culture. The lyrics are often rapped over a backing track or beat, which gives it its distinctive sound.