ORIGINS OF HIP HOP
which dj is known as the founder of hip hop?
DJ Kool Herc.
what are three things used in hip-hip production?
sampling, layering, and mixing techniques.
which rapper's name means thankful?
tupac.
which rapper is known for having two #1 singles?
kayne west
which rapper is known for his technical artistry and complex songwriting?
kendrick lamar.
which DJ is known for transforming turntables into instruments that provides rhythmic and melodic elements?
DJ grand wizzard Theodore.
what are the four basics of hip-hop?
mcing, DJing, breakdancing, and graffiti.
which rapper is known for selling 1,000 copies of their first studio album?
eminem.
which rapper founded the record label roc-A-fella records?
jay-z
which rapper's album got debuted #1 on billboard 200 with 100,000 album-equivalent units including 10,000 albums sales?
playboi carti.
where does the term "graffiti" comes from?
the term graffiti comes from a Greek word "graphein" which means to write.
where is the birthplace of hip-hip?
the Bronx.
which rapper is known for having 147 IQ?
snoop dog.
which rapper struggled with bullying at school?
drake
which rapper has three ep's , four mixtapes, and 58 singles?
j cole
where was mcing developed?
it is developed in block parties in New York city.
who is the father of hip-hip?
DJ Kool Herc.
what is 50 cent's first song?
the glow.
which rapper is known for making songs like locked up and lonely?
akon.
which rapper is known for his experimental sound, unique choice of words, and hip hop trap rage sound?
yeat
what race started breakdancing?
african-american and latino youths.
what are the core values of hip-hop?
peace, wisdom , freedom, community.
which biggie album sold the most?
life after death.
which artist won over 13 grammy awards?
pharrell
which rapper founded young money entertainment?
lil wayne.