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Southern soul is a type of soul music that emerged from the Southern United States. The music originated from a combination of styles including blues (both 12 bar and jump) country early rock and roll and a strong gospel influence that emanated from the sounds of Southern African-American churches. The focus of the music was not on its lyrics but on the feel or the groove. This rhythmic force made it a strong influence in the rise of funk music.