Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
An African American gospel and rock and roll musician whose energetic performances and piano playing helped establish rock and roll as a major musical genre.
AP course connection
Topic 4.17: 4.17 The Evolution of African American Music: From Spirituals to Hip-Hop