The dance Brazilian Zouk is danced to a variety of music styles that have a characteristic "Zouk beat". This beat is based on the traditional music of the Caribbean style of Zouk, which is a mixture of Caribbean rhythms such as Soca, Calypso, Reggae and complex dance figures.
However, Brazilian Zouk also uses many modern genres such as pop, R&B, hip-hop and electronic dance music (EDM). However, the rhythm of the music must have a clear 4/4 beat and a strong emphasis on the second or third beat of each bar so that the dance can be performed on it.
However, it is important to note that Brazilian Zouk is a very versatile dance form and can have different styles and interpretations depending on the dancer and teacher.