Pop

Pop has always been the big, bright heart of music, filled with catchy hooks, danceable beats, and songs you cannot help but sing along to. From the first chart-toppers of the 1950s to today’s streaming anthems, pop has shaped culture by bringing the biggest melodies to the widest audiences. It is the genre that refuses to sit still, constantly reinventing itself while staying irresistibly fun.

What makes pop so powerful is its universal appeal. Whether it is the glitz of disco, the shine of 80s synths, or the rise of boybands and girl groups, pop always finds a way to capture the mood of the moment. Each era has its icons, and each song feels like it belongs to everyone, played on radios, blasted at parties, and sung in bedrooms worldwide.

Pop is more than chart positions and glossy production. It is a cultural mirror that reflects the hopes, heartbreaks, and energy of generations. From Madonna to Britney, Michael to Taylor, pop is both personal and global, the soundtrack to lives everywhere. That is why, no matter how music changes, pop will always be at the centre of it all.

Need a Pop starting lineup? Try Etaoin, Emilie Leslie, and George Bone.