Pop music originated in the modern form in the United States and United Kingdom during the mid-1950s, deriving from rock and roll. It is a genre of popular music that is catchy, short, simple and melodic, typically between 2-5 minutes. Some of the most iconic pop artists include The Beatles, Michael Jackson, and The Rolling Stones. Pop music aims to appeal to the broadest audience possible and artists are often portrayed as young, relatable role models through their upbeat music and flashy lifestyle on display in the media.

1. Pop Music Genre
Pop music is a genre of popular music that originated
in its modern form in the United States and United
Kingdom during the mid-1950s. Pop music often
borrows elements from other styles such as urban,
dance, rock, Latin, and country; nonetheless, there are
core elements that define pop music. Making it
appealing to a wider range of people.
Origin: the genre popular music originated in its modern form in the 1950s deriving
from rock and roll. The term ‘pop song’ was first uesd as a term decribing this style of
music in 1926. According to the website Grove music online, the saying ‘pop music’
originated in Britain in the mid- 1950s as a description for rock and roll and the new
youth music styles that it influenced. Since the late 1950s, Pop music has been non-
classical muic.
Main artists in it : some of the most well known artist in the pop music industry has
been music legends such as The beatles, Michael Jackson, The rolling stones, Queen
and ABBA.
Awards they may give out- Awards that are given out to pop music artists are;
Billboard music awards, Grammy awards, The BRIT awards, MTV Europe music
awards, I heart radio music awards, BMI awards and BBC music awards just to name
a few
Key features of it- pop music has immense popularity now. Pop music typically has to
do with its musical characteristics of being catchy, short, simple and melodic. They
are generally between 2 ½ and 5 ½ minutes in length and use a combination of
rhythms that are “dance oriented” and energetic aim to satisfy the “broadest-
possible audience."
Style/ clothing/ attitudes; stereotypical clothing for this music genre is 90s Sunglasses
and Specs. Whether you need them to see or just keep the sun off, it seems the pop
stars of today just aren't comfortable without a pair of shades to hide behind, crop
tops, varsity jackets, denim shorts, sheer tops, oversized t shirts and hoodies, head
bands, expensive designer brands such as gucci and supreme. ect… Typically pop
artists are portrayed as young, relateable, friendly and appealing to their fans and to
some, role models, many pop artists also show off how affluent and rich they are on
solial media by the clothes they wear and homes and cars they buy.