New Jack Swing is a musical genre that emerged in the late 1980s and early 1990s, combining elements of R&B with hip hop. It is distinguished by the fusion of rhythmic beats, synthesizers, and influences from funk and soul music. Creators like Teddy Riley played a significant role in its development, while artists such as Janet Jackson, Bobby Brown, and Boyz II Men made the genre popular. New Jack Swing is considered important for the renewal of the urban music scene, bridging different musical styles and generations.