anthem
noun
an·them
ˈan(t)-thəm 
1
: a song or hymn of praise or gladness
a patriotic anthem
2
: a usually rousing popular song that typifies or is identified with a particular subculture, movement, or point of view
anthems of teenage angst
3
a
: a psalm or hymn sung antiphonally or responsively
b
: a sacred vocal composition with words usually from the Scriptures
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Attendees can expect to hear Tyrese’s soulful anthems, Ginuwine’s timeless tracks, and Tank’s powerful ballads, which sets the stage for a celebration of R&B that honors their legacy and looks forward to the future.
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Shelby Stewart, Essence, 24 May 2024
In addition to providing his fans with an anthem about the journey to find self-love, the rapper teamed up with Talkspace in May to help fund therapy for someone for up to a year.
—Esme Mazzeo, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024
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Shelby Stewart, Essence, 24 May 2024
In addition to providing his fans with an anthem about the journey to find self-love, the rapper teamed up with Talkspace in May to help fund therapy for someone for up to a year.
—Esme Mazzeo, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024
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“Anthem.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anthem. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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anthem
noun
an·them
ˈan(t)-thəm
1
: a sacred composition with words usually from the Scriptures
2
: a song of praise or gladness
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