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*Afrobeats*

1. Originated in West Africa (Nigeria and Ghana)

2. Draws from highlife, juju, and Afrobeat (Fela Kuti's genre)

3. Fusion of Western genres (hip hop, R&B, dancehall) with traditional African rhythms

*Amapiano*

1. Emerged from South Africa's townships in the mid-2010s

2. Part of the house music lineage

3. Borrows elements from kwaito and jazz

4. Unique emphasis on deep, soulful beats and jazzy piano riffs

Both genres have become incredibly popular globally, with Afrobeats influencing a wide range of artists and Amapiano gaining traction in the electronic music scene.

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