Gospel music

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Gospel music is a genre of music that is lyrically based around Christian themes and subjects. It is dominated by strong lead vocals and harmonization.

As a musical form it is a direct descendant of the "Spirituals" that were used for comfort and praise and as work songs during the Slave era.