soca

noun

so·​ca ˈsō-kə How to pronounce soca (audio)
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: a blend of soul and calypso music

Examples of soca in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Meanwhile, the Caribbean offers its own unique flavor, from Trinidad and Tobago’s calypso and soca festivities to Cuba’s vibrant comparsas, with Colombia’s Barranquilla adding its own electrifying twist. Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 15 Feb. 2024 There also will be DJ music every night spinning reggae, soca and afrobeats. Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 1 Feb. 2024 As the record business changed, Cooney shifted focus to managing acts including Mr. Vegas and Trinidadian soca star Machel Montano and building up the Boomyard brand. Dave Brooks, Billboard, 14 Feb. 2024 For his take on the riddim, Trinidadian soca artist DEV shifts his focus to the intricacies of his vocal performance. Kyle Denis, Billboard, 3 Jan. 2024 In addition to dancehall/reggae, soca, salsa, and other Caribbean and world music forms have appeared on the WCMF stage. Melissa Noel, Essence, 28 Nov. 2023 Today there is also soca parang, which combines the rhythmic style of Trinidadian soca with traditional parang instruments and English lyrics. Melissa Noel, Essence, 18 Dec. 2023 Those words from one of my favorite soca songs have often been on my mind this year. Melissa Noel, Essence, 8 Sep. 2023 Think part restaurant pop-up, part food truck fest with over thirty places to choose from, and a side of live entertainment featuring high-energy performances of zouk, soca, and reggae music. Melissa Noel, Essence, 12 Oct. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of soca was in 1973

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“Soca.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soca. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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