Christian R&B (also known as Gospel R&B, Rhythm & Praise music, and R&P) is a subgenre of rhythm and blues music consisting of Christian-based lyrics or of musicians typically known for writing such songs, with the purpose to uplift, entertain, or to simply give a Christian perspective of any topic. Some people may view Christian R&B as a subgenre of gospel music, or a cross-genre under both gospel and R&B.