1950s Music Research Paper

The 1950s was a good decade for music. The music world was shaken by the birth of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Ray Charles, who was a famous musician, described it as, "When they get a couple of guitars together with a backbeat, that's rock and roll." People needed something new and upbeat after World War II, and Rock ‘n’ Roll did not disappoint. The 1950s was known as the birth of Rock ‘n’ Roll. This type of music was R&B, pop, blues, and hillbilly music all together to form Rock ‘n’ Roll. This form of song brought together white and black citizens. Because of the Civil Rights movement, racial tensions were being strained. The music reflected those tensions. It also popularized “black” music. Many African American musicians have had success in this genre. Unfortunately, some white artists stole their

Gene sang “Lotta Lovin”. Fats sang “The Fat Man”. Chuck sang “Maybellene”. This decade’s music also included Traditional Pop (also known as classic pop and pre-rock and roll pop). Traditional Pop music of the 1950's refers to the music that was popular before rock music became popular in the middle of the fifties. It also refers to music that was popular at the same time as the beginning of rock music during the rest of the decade. Bing Crossby at the time was said to have been one of the most popular singers in the world. Other famous singers that I hope you know of are Ella Fitzgerald, and Frank Sinatra. These Traditional Pop and Jazz singers would put their own twist on old songs so that people would enjoy them in a modern way in their time. Music in the 1950s was listened to from radios, turntables, record players, or televisions. The turntable and televisions were new to the public, but that didn't stop them from being a good choice. Although they weren't as available as radios because World War II took a toll on many people and they were still recovering physically, mentally, and financially. Nothing huge really happened in this