How do you know when you’ve “made it” as an artist? For some musicians, it would be enough to score a headlining slot at a local venue. Others have their eyes fixed on a hit single or two. For others, success means worldwide adoration and acclaim. This seems to be about as far as most artists dare to dream, but for a select group of musicians, their art has permanently affixed their names to entire movements or genres. Here are a few of the most recognized members of the Musical Family Tree/Royal Lineage. There are certainly more out there—tell us who you’d include!
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The Godfather of Punk: Iggy Pop
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The Queen of Punk: Patti Smith
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The “Modfather”: Paul Weller
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The King of Rock ‘n’Roll: Elvis Presley
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The Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll: Wanda Jackson
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Godfather of Soul: James Brown
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Father of Soul: Ray Charles
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The Queen of Soul: Aretha Franklin
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The Queen of Pop: Madonna
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The King of Pop: Michael Jackson
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Queen of Folk: Joan Baez
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