Jive

usgb/dʒaɪv/
noun

A style of fast and lively jazz or swing music.

They danced to the jive played by the band
Visual representation of "jive" - A style of fast and lively jazz or swing music

Often appears as...

  • jive music
  • jive band
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Music Genre

Jive as a musical term refers specifically to a style with upbeat rhythm, not just any music.

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The radio station was renowned for playing classic jive tracks from the 1940s.
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Period Specific

'Jive' often evokes a retro atmosphere, linked to the time when swing and jazz were most popular.

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He loved dressing up in vintage clothes and dancing to old school jive.
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Energetic Dance

The word 'jive' conveys a sense of energy and liveliness, suitable for lively occasions.

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At the wedding, everyone got up to jive when the band played an up-tempo number.
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