Baltimore Music Legends
Baltimore on Screen
Baltimore Rappers
Born and Raised
100

This rapper is known for his hit song “The Water” and proudly reps Baltimore in his lyrics.

Who is Tate Kobang?

100

This HBO crime drama set in Baltimore is often considered one of the greatest TV shows ever made.

What is The Wire?

100

This rapper had a breakout hit with “Bank Rolls (Remix)” and shouted out Baltimore neighborhoods in his verses.

Who is Tate Kobang?

100

This actress from Baltimore starred in The Matrix, Set It Off, and is married to Will Smith.

Who is Jada Pinkett Smith?

200

This iconic singer of “Chain of Fools” and “Respect” lived in Baltimore for several years as a teen.

Who is Aretha Franklin?

200

This actor played Omar in The Wire and was praised for his complex, iconic role.

Who is Michael K. Williams?

200

Known for “Bird Flu” and gritty lyrics about Baltimore life, this rapper represents East Baltimore and often wears a ski mask.

Who is YG Teck?

200

This actor from The Wire and Creed started acting as a teenager in Baltimore.

Who is Michael B. Jordan?

300

This Baltimore Club Music pioneer is credited with popularizing the “hands up, thumbs down” beat.

Who is DJ K-Swift?

300

This actor from Baltimore played in Creed and Black Panther.

Who is Michael B. Jordan?

300

This melodic rapper, once part of Peso Da Mafia, gained national attention with “Betchua (Bitchuary).”

Who is Shordie Shordie?

300

Known for his sharp humor and voice work in Madagascar, this Baltimore native also starred in Everybody Hates Chris.

Who is Chris Rock?

400

This female rapper and dancer went viral with the hit “Bankrupt” and is known for her high-energy Bmore style.

Who is Shordie Shordie?

400

This famous movie about dance and drag culture is set in 1960s Baltimore and inspired a Broadway musical.

What is Hairspray?

400

Known for the song “Speak My Mind” and for promoting peace in the city, this beloved rapper’s life was tragically cut short in 2016.

Who is Lor Scoota?

400

This actor and singer known for his roles in The Wire and Fringe graduated from Baltimore’s Peabody Institute.

Who is Lance Reddick?

500

This genre, often associated with Baltimore, features fast beats, repetitive loops, and dance battles.

What is Baltimore Club Music?

500

This famous horror movie director and Baltimore native is best known for The Raven and House of Usher adaptations.

Who is John Waters?

500

A rapper from West Baltimore, this artist made a name for himself with songs like “Whole Lotta Money” and was affiliated with YBS.

Who is YBS Skola?

500

Comedian, actress (Precious), raised in Baltimore County.

Who is Mo'Nique