Iconic Black Musicians
This artist has sold over 250 million records globally and won 9 Grammys. Her Caribbean descent influenced her first album, released at just 17 years old.
Who is... Rihanna?
The musical genre "Reggae" originated in which country?
What is... Jamaica?
Beyonce was formerly a member of which girl group before going solo?
What is... Destiny's Child?
RESPECT - Aretha Franklin
"Ooh, your kisses, sweeter than honey
And guess what? _____________"
"... So is my money."
Song #1
(1:20 – 1:40)
What is "September" by Earth, Wind, and Fire?
Which 2 black artists are famously known for being able to play the piano blind?
Who was... Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder?
Motown music derives its name from which US city?
What is... Motortown, Detroit (MI)?
Which artist made the term "YOLO (You Only Live Once)" popular?
Who is... Drake?
Kiss - Prince
"Ain't no particular sign I’m more compatible with
I just want _________________"
“your extra time and your kiss.”
Song #2
(1:01 – 1:13)
What is... "Not Like Us" by Kendrick Lamar?
Who is the most awarded female artist according to Guinness World Records?
Who was... Whitney Huston?
Which city is widely acknowledged as the birthplace of hip hop?
What is... The Bronx, New York?
In 1953, the song "Hound Dog" was released by this blues singer before Elvis Presley's 1956 version.
Who was... Willie Mae "Big Mama" Thornton?
Rock With You - Michael Jackson
"When you feel that heat
________________________"
“And we’re gonna ride the boogie.”
Song #3
(0:39 – 0:50)
What is "Nobody Gets Me" by SZA?
Who was the first black woman to land 3 Number 1 songs on Billboard streaming charts in a single year?
What style of music originated in Black American communities in the southern United States and combines elements of spirituals, work songs, and the blues?
What is... Gospel Music?
What is... "Strange Fruit"?
Proud Mary - Tina Turner
"I left a good job in the city
Workin’ for the man every night and day
________________________________"
“And I never lost one minute of sleep.”
Song #4
(1:26 – 1:57)
What is "At Last" by Etta James?
Which artist is remembered as the queen of jazz?
Who was... Ella Fitzgerald?
In what southern city can you visit Beale Street, known for its blues music?
What is... Memphis, Tennessee?
This R&B legend was killed by their father over a dispute about money.
Who was... Marvin Gaye?
California Love - Tupac Shakur
"In the city, city of Compton (yep, yep)
________________________"
“We keep it rockin’ (keep it rockin’)”
Song #5
(0:33 – 0:50)
What is "What a Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong?