Rock subgenre with confessional lyrics Crossword Clue
3 letters · New York Times · Monday, February 16, 2026 · 11-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, February 16, 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 16, 2026 · 11-Down · 3 letters
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Any form of guitar-driven alternative rock that is particularly or notably emotional; a broadly encompassing genre of rock music characterized by expressive, often confessional lyrics.
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