Hip-Hop Essential Artists
Song Lyrics
General Black Knowledge
Black Pioneers
Name That Black Movie
100
This black rapper has made millions from several multi-platinum albums and has also stared on the famous television show Power.
Who is 50 Cent
100
"It was time to marry the game and I said 'Yeah, I do' If you want it you gotta see it with a clear-eyed view"
What is Dreams and Nightmares?
100

The first black female billionaire

Who is Oprah Winfrey

100
In this black coming of age romance, the male lead asked, "Who you going to the dance with anyway: Spalding? "
What is Love and Basketball?
200
The first female solo artist to have seven songs on the Billboard Hot 100 simultaneously
Who is Nicki Minaj
200
"I know you ain't a pimp, but, pimp, remember what I taught you Keep your heart, three stacks, keep your heart"
What is Int'l Players Anthem?
200

The first African American second basemen

Who is Jackie Robinson

200

The most famous line from the 1995 movie "Bye, Felisha"

What is Friday?

300
"When I look back Over what He brought me through I realize that I made it Because I had You to hold on to"
What is Never Would Have Made It?
300
This person who says " Im not one of your little friends"
Who is my Mom
300

The first black Supreme Justice

Who is Thurgood Marshall

300

This notorious film, starring Oprah Winfrey, coined the phrase "You sho' is ugly!"

What is The Color Purple?

400
This rapper was a honor student at McMain magnet school and also attended the University of Houston.
Who is Lil Wayne
400
"I pull up at the club V.I.P. gas tank on E But all dranks on me"
What is Wipe Me Down?
400
Respond to this statement: " Mom can we go to McDonalds"
What is do you got McDonalds money?
400

First African American to cover GQ, Sports Illustrated, as well as be featured in Victoria Secret lingerie catalog

Who is Tyra Banks

400
This 2005 comedy based in Atlanta was famous for their quirky clientele. Quote: "You want a cappuccino?" "No, baby. I don't eat or drink nothing I can't spell."
What is Beauty Shop?
500
Ties the Beetles as only artist with at least 20 hot 100 top 10's in a single decade.
Who is Drake
500
"No need to ask where I'm from, you already know I represent the 'A' from my head to my toes"
What is Do It, To It?
500
This staple item is found in every black household and sometimes in Beyonce's bag.
What is hot sauce
500
This 1996 comedy/parody is known for its quote: Dashiki: "Now kids, what do we say to a man that mommy just met?" Kids: "Are you my daddy?"
What is Don't Be A Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood?
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