beauty and the beast

Definitions

phrase Two individuals, usually but not necessarily romantically involved, where one is perceived to be considerably more attractive than the other.
phrase music An aesthetic in heavy metal, etc. that contrasts "angelic" female vocals with male growls or aggressive singing.

From the traditional fairy tale. See Beauty and the Beast at Wikipedia.

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