bachata
Romantic Caribbean rhythm
Bachata is a style of music and dance that originated in the Dominican Republic.
The music features guitar-driven melodies with romantic or melancholic lyrics, often about heartbreak.
The dance is characterized by a side-to-side pattern with hip movements and a distinctive tap on the fourth beat: We took bachata lessons before the wedding.
Once associated with lower-class bars and brothels, bachata gained mainstream acceptance in the 1990s and has since spread internationally.
Fretted stringed instrument
- bongosJoined pair of drums
- bassDeep pitch or fish
- derechoLong-lived straight-line windstorm
- boleroCropped open-front jacket
son · lyrics · melody · ballad · heartbreak · tropical · romantic · acoustic
One who shares activity
- stepsSequential actions in process
- footworkSkilled lower-limb movement
- turnsRotations or chances
- dipBrief immersion or condiment
lead · follow · choreography · sensual · modern · traditional · fusion · social dancing
Crushing emotional pain
- longingIntense, persistent desire
- amorForeign word for affection
- desireIntense wanting
- yearningIntense prolonged craving
passion · romance · melancholy · nostalgia · devotion · pain · unrequited love · seduction
Organization with membership
- socialConcerning community life
- DJMusic mixer performer
- venuePlace of occurrence
- Latin nightLatin music dance event
dance floor · scene · festival · competition · showcase · performers · atmosphere · energy
guitar
Fretted stringed instrument
bolero · son · lyrics · melody · ballad · heartbreak · tropical · romantic · acoustic · electric
partner
One who shares activity
dip · lead · follow · choreography · sensual · modern · traditional · fusion · social dancing · body movement
heartbreak
Crushing emotional pain
yearning · passion · romance · melancholy · nostalgia · devotion · pain · unrequited love · seduction · sensuality
club
Organization with membership
Latin night · dance floor · scene · festival · competition · showcase · performers · atmosphere · energy
Dominican Republic
Caribbean island nation
tradition · heritage · identity · community · social gathering · street party · fiesta · regional · roots · history
bachataclassical music
Western orchestral tradition
opera · heavy metal · metal · punk rock · rock