Hip-Hop History
Which borough in New York City is considered the birthplace of hip-hop?
The Bronx
Finish this lyric from The Sugarhill Gang: “I said a hip hop, the hippie, the hippie to the…”
“Hip hip hop, and you don’t stop”
What popular brand, known for its three stripes, was frequently worn by Run-D.M.C.?
Adidas
Which rapper is known as “The Notorious B.I.G.
Christopher Wallace
Who is often credited with hosting the first hip-hop party in 1973?
DJ Kool Herc
Who rapped, “I’m not a businessman, I’m a business, man”?
Jay-Z
This artist popularized oversized white t-shirts and Air Force 1s in the early 2000s.
Nelly
What is Drake’s hometown?
Toronto
What hip-hop group was the first to win a Grammy Award
DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince
Finish this lyric from Notorious B.I.G.: “It was all a dream, I used to read…”
“Word Up! magazine
Which rapper collaborated with Nike to create the Yeezy line before moving it to Adidas?
Kanye West
Which rapper is known for his alter ego Slim Shady?
Eminem
This influential rapper’s album Illmatic is considered one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time.
Nas
Which song by Kanye West begins with “She take my money when I’m in need”?
Good Digger
This luxury fashion brand became iconic in the hip-hop world, especially after being featured in the music video for “Mo Money Mo Problems.”
Versace
Who became the first female rapper to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2019?
Missy Elliott
What was the first rap single to hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100?
“Ice Ice Baby” by Vanilla Ice
Name the rapper who said, “You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow.”
Eminem (from “Lose Yourself”)
Name the designer who founded Baby Phat, a brand widely popular in hip-hop fashion.
Kimora Lee Simmons
This artist, known for The Blueprint album, co-founded Roc-A-Fella Records.
Jay-Z