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rock (music); rock 'n' roll
a genre of popular music characterized by strong rhythms, electric guitars, and often rebellious themes
Subgenres
Many rock subgenres are used in Japanese:
- ハードロック (hard rock)
- パンクロック (punk rock)
- オルタナティブロック (alternative rock)
- プログレッシブロック (progressive rock)
Japanese rock
J-ロック or Jロック refers to Japanese rock music, which has a distinct style and large following.
Usage
ロック as "lock" (to lock something) is a different word with the same reading. Context makes the meaning clear.