yacht rock: name: Yacht Rock description: Yacht rock is a soft rock music genre that was popular in the late 1970s and early 1980s. It is characterized by its smooth melodies, polished production, and lyrics that often focus on love and romance. The music is often associated with the wealthy and privileged lifestyle of yacht owners, and it has a nostalgic appeal for those who grew up during this era. parent: soft rock wikipedia_url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yacht_rock popularity: 156 playlist_id: 1imbMwZYgwB2NCAVPkq5sZ yakut pop: name: Yakut Pop description: Yakut pop is a genre of music originating from the Yakutia region of Russia. It incorporates traditional Yakutian music with modern pop elements, creating a unique sound that is both catchy and culturally significant. parent: pop language: sah country: RU localized_name: true popularity: 5270 playlist_id: 3H2aC6nJR4L39KCCI0Pcg8 yaoi: name: Yaoi description: Yaoi is a genre of Japanese music that is typically associated with anime and manga. It features romantic themes and is often used in anime and manga to express the emotional connection between two male characters. Yaoi music is popular among fans of the genre and is often performed by male vocalists with high-pitched voices. parent: anime popularity: 2946 playlist_id: 1eWtvA0Byu9Wu7LENK35Dp ye ye: name: Ye Ye description: "Ye ye is a French pop music genre that emerged in the early 1960s.\ \ It features catchy melodies, upbeat rhythms, and often incorporates elements\ \ of rock and roll. The lyrics are often light-hearted and playful, and the music\ \ is known for its danceability. Ye ye was popularized by artists such as Fran\xE7\ oise Hardy and Jacques Dutronc, and had a significant impact on French and European\ \ pop music." parent: french rock-and-roll wikipedia_url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Y%C3%A9-y%C3%A9 popularity: 1091 playlist_id: 0HjnliL7S56u2t2sFW8gG7 yemeni pop: name: Yemeni Pop description: Yemeni pop is a fusion of traditional Yemeni music with modern pop elements. It features upbeat rhythms, catchy melodies, and often incorporates electronic instruments. The lyrics often touch on social and political issues, as well as love and relationships. parent: pop language: ara country: YE localized_name: true popularity: 4561 playlist_id: 5YFUtJgAy2Xfly9whFZrz2 yemeni traditional: name: Yemeni Traditional description: Yemeni traditional music is deeply rooted in the country's history and culture. It features instruments such as the oud, qanun, and ney, and often incorporates vocal harmonies. The lyrics often tell stories of love, war, and daily life in Yemen. The music is often performed at weddings, religious ceremonies, and other cultural events. parent: folk language: ara country: YE localized_name: true wikipedia_url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Music_of_Yemen popularity: 6262 playlist_id: 1DWET41vcTWLJFAnYJHUp0 yiddish folk: name: Yiddish Folk description: Yiddish folk music is a traditional genre that originated in Eastern Europe. It is characterized by its lyrical melodies and rich harmonies, often featuring instruments such as the violin, accordion, and clarinet. The lyrics are usually in Yiddish, and the themes often revolve around love, loss, and the Jewish experience. parent: folk language: yid localized_name: true popularity: 6085 playlist_id: 5vKOWKIkiwTjrRpRrM96qw yodeling: name: Yodeling description: Yodeling is a unique vocal style that involves rapidly switching between chest and head voice, creating a distinctive yodel sound. It originated in the Swiss Alps as a way for shepherds to communicate with each other across the mountains. Today, yodeling is enjoyed as a form of entertainment and is often associated with country and folk music. popularity: 2563 playlist_id: 2SMDVBkKqnZL9AoUWaZ2qs yoga: name: Yoga description: Yoga music is a genre of music that is designed to enhance the yoga experience. It typically features calming, meditative sounds such as chanting, nature sounds, and gentle instrumentals. The music is meant to help practitioners relax, focus, and connect with their breath and body. It is often used in yoga classes, meditation practices, and other wellness activities. parent: meditation popularity: 4268 playlist_id: 5cZJI7DrZ3NIWWcbPIZeWt yogyakarta indie: name: Yogyakarta Indie description: Yogyakarta indie is a subgenre of indie music that originated from Yogyakarta, Indonesia. It is characterized by its experimental and alternative sound, often incorporating traditional Javanese instruments and elements of gamelan music. Yogyakarta indie artists often explore themes of social and cultural issues, making it a unique and thought-provoking listening experience. parent: indonesian indie rock popularity: 2132 playlist_id: 4rIqIjgskuOmJnaX2Z8Fzx yoik: name: Yoik description: "Yoik is a traditional form of song originating from the S\xE1mi people\ \ of northern Scandinavia. It is characterized by its unique vocal style, which\ \ involves a distinctive combination of melodic and rhythmic patterns. Yoik often\ \ tells stories of nature, animals, and life in the Arctic region, making it a\ \ fascinating and culturally significant genre of music." parent: folk region: ND wikipedia_url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joik popularity: 5268 playlist_id: 53pmQn6lXF6m5WViERilQF york indie: name: York Indie description: York indie is a subgenre of indie rock that emerged from York, England. It is characterized by its raw, lo-fi sound and introspective lyrics, often exploring themes of love, loss, and personal growth. York indie artists often draw inspiration from the city's rich musical history, incorporating elements of folk, punk, and alternative rock into their music. York indie is a vibrant and exciting genre that continues to evolve and push boundaries. parent: english indie rock popularity: 3625 playlist_id: 02NPFyGAScohVgMt3JN00H yorkshire folk: name: Yorkshire Folk description: Yorkshire folk music is a traditional genre that originated in the North of England. It is characterized by its use of acoustic instruments such as the guitar, fiddle and accordion, and its focus on storytelling through song. The lyrics often draw on local history and folklore, and the music has a strong sense of community and identity. parent: traditional english folk popularity: 5030 playlist_id: 2mVv3SQVPJ38r4zEHm68Jy yoruba worship: name: Yoruba Worship description: Yoruba worship music is a genre that originates from the West African Yoruba people. It is characterized by its use of traditional Yoruba instruments such as the bata drums, and its focus on religious worship. The music is often used in ceremonies and rituals, and the lyrics are sung in Yoruba, a language spoken in Nigeria, Benin and Togo. parent: worship language: yor region: WF popularity: 4278 playlist_id: 4QTwi9BhTVG9Nbjo65HwZh youth orchestra: name: Youth Orchestra description: A youth orchestra is a musical ensemble made up of young musicians, typically aged between 10 and 25. The repertoire of a youth orchestra can vary widely, from classical to contemporary music, and the size of the ensemble can range from a small chamber group to a full symphony orchestra. Youth orchestras provide a valuable opportunity for young musicians to develop their skills, perform in public and collaborate with other musicians. parent: orchestra localized_name: true wikipedia_url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Youth_orchestra popularity: 6280 playlist_id: 4SNnzqfxrI1Uh1HpOctFTT yu-mex: name: Yu-Mex description: Yu-Mex is a blend of Mexican and Yugoslavian folk music that emerged in the 1960s and 1970s. The genre features accordion-driven melodies, polka rhythms, and lyrics in both Spanish and Serbo-Croatian. It was popularized by musicians such as Lalo Guerrero and Los Bravos del Norte. region: EE wikipedia_url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yu-Mex popularity: 5071 playlist_id: 1Frk27X8mA30Oc4wxwHDT8 yugoslav new wave: name: Yugoslav New Wave description: "\"Yugoslav new wave\" was a music movement that emerged in the late\ \ 1970s and early 1980s in Yugoslavia. It was characterized by a mix of punk,\ \ new wave, and post-punk sounds, and often featured political and social commentary\ \ in the lyrics. Bands like Azra, Elektri\u010Dni Orgazam, and Idoli were among\ \ the most prominent acts of the Yugoslav new wave scene." parent: new wave region: EE wikipedia_url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_wave_music_in_Yugoslavia popularity: 3779 playlist_id: 5jaGOpLsE7tSbE060h8U6C yugoslav rock: name: Yugoslav Rock description: "\"Yugoslav rock\" refers to the rock music scene in Yugoslavia, which\ \ emerged in the 1960s and continued until the breakup of Yugoslavia in the 1990s.\ \ It was heavily influenced by Western rock and roll, but also incorporated elements\ \ of traditional Yugoslav music. Some of the most famous Yugoslav rock bands include\ \ Bijelo Dugme, Riblja \u010Corba, and Parni Valjak. The genre was known for its\ \ diverse styles and experimental sounds." parent: rock region: EE popularity: 1577 playlist_id: 7KuZSebZlQto9drDc7l5tE yunnan traditional: name: Yunnan Traditional description: Yunnan Traditional music is a genre that originates from Yunnan, a province in southwestern China. It features a diverse range of instruments, including the pipa, erhu, and bamboo flute. The music is characterized by its use of pentatonic scales, intricate rhythms, and haunting melodies. It is often performed during festivals and celebrations. parent: chinese folk popularity: 6279 playlist_id: 19q2gA3eWnQO5eTOD6aTYv yuri: name: Yuri description: Yuri is a subgenre of Japanese pop music that emerged in the 1970s. It is characterized by its focus on emotional ballads and romantic themes. The genre is named after its most famous exponent, singer and actress Nakamori Akina, who was known as the "Queen of Yuri." Yuri has since evolved to include a wider range of artists and styles, but its emphasis on sentimental lyrics and powerful vocals remains a defining feature. parent: anime wikipedia_url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yuri_(genre) popularity: 5504 playlist_id: 0BYoEJVB9xZjjsKMNnujN7