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Soul music is a genre of music that originated in the 1950s and 1960s in the United States, particularly in the African-American community. It is characterized by its emotional intensity, soulful vocals, and a mix of [[rhythm-and-blues|R&B]], [[gospel|gospel]], and [[blues|blues]] influences. Soul music was popularized by artists such as [[aretha-franklin|Aretha Franklin]], [[james-brown|James Brown]], and [[marvin-gaye|Marvin Gaye]], who are considered some of the most influential musicians of all time. Soul music has also been a significant influence on other genres, including [[funk|funk]], [[rock|rock]], and [[hip-hop|hip-hop]]. The genre has continued to evolve over the years, with modern soul artists such as [[dangelo|D'Angelo]] and [[erykah-badu|Erykah Badu]] pushing the boundaries of the genre.