Contemporary R&B is a genre of popular music that combines elements of rhythm and blues, soul, funk, pop, hip hop, and electronic music. It is characterized by a smooth, soulful sound with a strong emphasis on vocal harmonies and melodic hooks. It often features a variety of instruments, including keyboards, synthesizers, and drum machines, as well as live instrumentation. Contemporary R&B is often associated with artists such as Beyoncé, Rihanna, Usher, and Justin Timberlake.

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