Deep southern soul is a subgenre of soul music that originated in the southern United States in the 1960s and 1970s. It is characterized by its raw, gritty sound and deeply emotional lyrics, often drawing on themes of love, heartbreak, and social injustice. Deep southern soul is heavily influenced by gospel music and incorporates elements of blues, R&B, and funk. Some of the genre's most famous artists include Otis Redding, Al Green, and Aretha Franklin.