Power ballad
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An emotional hard rock/heavy metal song, often with a slow [tempo], dramatic sung vocals, and many instruments, including [acoustic] ones and synthesizers. Power [ballads] usually start soft, then heaviness builds up with drums and heavy electric guitars.
Power ballad meaning & definition 1 of Power ballad.
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[trademark] of heavy metal bands of [the 80s] that is making a comeback. an [acoustic] rock song with heavy guitar.
Power ballad meaning & definition 2 of Power ballad.
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The musical equivalent of an orgasm. Originated/popularized in [the 70s] by bands such as Led Zeppelin, [Aerosmith], and [Lynyrd Skynyrd]. Generally longer than average rock songs and often consist of a variety of instruments, not just guitars and drums.
Power ballad meaning & definition 3 of Power ballad.
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in pop music, a slow love song that is sung with a lot of emotion
Power ballad meaning & definition 4 of Power ballad.