Cross-genre collaborations in the music industry involve partnerships between artists from different musical genres who work together to create songs, albums, or performances. These collaborations break traditional genre barriers, combining elements from multiple musical styles to create innovative sounds that appeal to diverse audiences¹. They serve both aesthetic and commercial purposes, helping artists expand their fan bases, gain fresh creative insights, and explore new markets². Examples include Run-DMC and Aerosmith's "Walk This Way," which helped hip hop cross over to mainstream audiences³.