Punk

usgb/pʌŋk/
noun

A style of music popular in the 1970s, characterized by loud, aggressive music and often expressing an anti-establishment or rebellious point of view.

The Ramones and The Sex Pistols are popular punk bands.
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Often appears as...

  • punk rock
  • punk band

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Music Genre

Associated with quick, aggressive beats and edgy guitar riffs. Lyrics often challenge the status quo.

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The punk scene evolved as a response to mainstream music.
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Anti-Establishment

Embraces themes of rebellion and is closely tied to punk subculture movements.

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Punk music's anti-establishment lyrics resonated with the youth.
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