The Greats of
Black music
Black music
This New Orleans-born musician is known as the father of jazz.
Who is Louis Armstrong?
"R-E-S-P-E-C-T, find out what it means to me!"
Respect by Aretha Franklin
This gospel-inspired song became an anthem of the Civil Rights Movement.
What is "We Shall Overcome" ?
This singer was the first woman to receive the Grammy for Best Rap Album.
Who is Lauryn Hill
This format, which peaked in popularity in the 1970s, had to be flipped over to play the second half of an album.
What is a vinyl record?
This 1960s superstar was the first African American woman to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Who is Aretha Franklin?
"Cause if you liked it, then you shoulda put a ring on it."
Single Ladies by Beyoncé
This Public Enemy song was featured in the Spike Lee film Do the Right Thing
What is “Fight the Power” ?
He was a member of OutKast and famously rapped, "Shake it like a Polaroid picture."
Who is André 3000
This format, introduced in the 1980s, quickly replaced vinyl and cassettes as the dominant way to listen to music.
What is a CD?
She rivaled Madonna in the 1980s for the title of "Queen of Pop."
Who is Janet Jackson?
"When you feel that heat and we're gonna ride the boogie"
Rock with You by Michael Jackson
Beyoncé's 2016 song and video that celebrated Black pride and resistance.
What is "Formation" ?
The "King of R&B" known for hits like "My Prerogative" and "Every Little Step."
Who is Bobby Brown
The "Parental Advisory" label, first seen on albums in the 1980s, was introduced because of controversy surrounding this artist.
Who is Prince?
She is considered to be "The Voice."
Who is Whitney Houston?
"They say the blacker the berry, the sweeter the juice."
Keep Ya Head Up by 2Pac
This 1970s song by Marvin Gaye questioned war and social injustice.
What is "What's Going On" ?
With hits like "Anaconda" and "Super Bass," she is widely considered to be the "Queen of Rap"
Who is Nicki Minaj?
The method of sharing music using this music format to trade and distribute music played a key role in the rise of early independent music scenes.
What is a cassette tape?
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What is a mixtape?
He has the best-selling album of all time.
Who is Michael Jackson?
"I'm not gonna let the elevator bring us down — oh no, let's go!."
Let's Go Crazy by Prince
This album became the best selling album of 1990 and spawned seven top 5 singles.
The album spoke on themes of racism, homelessness, drug abuse, gun violence and more.
What is "Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814" ?
After New Edition split, three members formed this R&B group, known for the hit “Poison.”
Who is Bell Biv DeVoe?
The music format introduced in 1979 by Sony, which revolutionized personal music listening, became a staple for cassette culture.
What is a Sony Walkman?