R&B
R&B
American
Or
r&b,
R & B
British
abbreviation
Example Sentences
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Iceman is more rap and hip-hop focused, Habibti leans more towards R&B, while Maid of Honour is dance music-inspired.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
The 17-year-old's track, Regarde! mixes elements of pop and R&B with a stunning operatic vocal.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
He received his own nomination in R&B vocal performance the following year for his story-driven “Patches,” about a young man fulfilling his father’s expectations.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
Even if it is their passion, they cannot spend two years just writing R&B songs or playing heavy metal.
From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026
A smooth, old-school R&B groove is playing in the background, and it makes this whole situation weird, as if this is a music video and Darius is the star and I'm just an extra.
From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi
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