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: The phrase "doo-wop" itself is an onomatopoeic name derived from the background harmonies used to fill gaps in the melody.

The genre's legacy was cemented by groups who could bridge the gap between gospel roots and pop stardom: this_is_doo_wop

Doo-wop evolved primarily in Black urban centers like New York City, Philadelphia, and Chicago during the late 1940s and early 1950s. Because many young groups couldn't afford instruments, they used their voices to mimic them: : The phrase "doo-wop" itself is an onomatopoeic

: Their 1955 hit "Speedoo" was a crossover sensation that brought Black rock and roll harmony to massive white audiences. : Representing the "Ed Sullivan level" of performance,

: Representing the "Ed Sullivan level" of performance, these groups maintained the high standards of vocal precision that defined the era. A Lasting Legacy

: High-reaching tenors often took the spotlight, creating a dramatic contrast with the bass. Architecture of a Genre: The Wildwoods