日記114 : September

Yesterday was the 21st of September, a date made famous by Earth, Wind & Fire’s song “September.” Interestingly, the date was chosen simply because it sounded the best when sung. 

I love this song’s melody and rhythm, but I didn’t know much about the band Earth, Wind & Fire, so I asked Copilot for information. It replied: “Earth, Wind & Fire, the band behind this timeless classic, was formed in 1969 by Maurice White in Chicago. Their music spans various genres, including jazz, R&B, soul, funk, disco, pop, Latin, and Afro-pop.”

I love music, and while I’ve heard of genres like soul, funk, and R&B, I wasn’t always sure about their differences. Here’s an explanation from Copilot: “Soul music combines elements of R&B and gospel, focusing on emotive vocals and heartfelt lyrics. Funk emphasizes a strong rhythmic groove and danceable beats, often with less emphasis on vocals. R&B, which originated in the 1940s, combines jazz, gospel, and blues, focusing on smooth melodies and rhythm.”

I still don’t get it. I wonder if it’s hard to draw clear lines in music, or if it’s simply because I’m not familiar with jazz and gospel culture.