Popular music genres include pop, rock, hip-hop, and electronic dance music (EDM). With its catchy melodies and simple lyrics, pop music has been a favorite of listeners of all ages for decades. Guitar-heavy rock music, which originated in the 1950s, is known for its powerful vocals and guitar-driven sound. Hip-hop, which originated in the 1970s, is a genre of music that combines elements of rap, R&B and funk. EDM, which emerged in the 1980s, is a genre of electronic music that is characterized by its upbeat tempo and electronic sounds.