| Rank | Name | Uses |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | alternative | 12 uses |
| 2 | rock | 11 uses |
| 3 | indie | 10 uses |
| 4 | emo | 7 uses |
| 5 | punk rock | 5 uses |
| 6 | pop punk | 5 uses |
| 7 | alternative rock | 4 uses |
| 8 | pop | 3 uses |
| 9 | punk | 3 uses |
| 10 | indie rock | 3 uses |
| 11 | female vocalists | 2 uses |
| 12 | britpop | 2 uses |
| 13 | british | 1 use |
| 14 | pop rock | 1 use |
| 15 | acoustic | 1 use |
| 16 | piano rock | 1 use |
| 17 | powerpop | 1 use |