Black Music History
This genre, born in the Mississippi Delta, is known as the "Father of Rock & Roll."
What is Blues?
This artist is known as the "Godfather of Soul."
Who is James Brown?
This genre combines elements of blues, gospel, and jazz, known for its heartfelt lyrics and rhythm.
What is Soul?
This anthem became the soundtrack of the 2016 Black Lives Matter Protest, performed by Kendrick Lamar.
What is "Alright"?
"I got my mind on my money, and my money on my mind" is a line from this iconic 1999 track.
What is "Gin and Juice" by Snoop Dogg?
Name the city credited as the birthplace of Motown Records in 1959.
What is Detroit?
She is referred to as the "High Priestess of Soul."
Who is Nina Simone?
This music style was born in the Bronx and is celebrated with beats, breakdancing, graffiti, and MCing.
What is Hip-Hop?
This annual event, held in New Orleans, celebrates Black culture through vibrant parades, music, and traditions.
What is Mardi Gras?
The beat for Beyoncé's "Crazy in Love" samples this famous '70s funk song.
What is "Are You My Woman" by The Chi-Lites?
This legendary musician, known as the "Prince of Motown," released the groundbreaking album What's Going On in 1971.
Who is Marvin Gaye?
Name the rapper who won a Pulitzer Prize for an album.
Who is Kendrick Lamar?
This genre, pioneered by Jamaican immigrants in the UK, influenced punk and pop music.
What is Reggae?
Name the African-American spiritual often associated with the Underground Railroad.
What is "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot"?
"I know I'm not the only one, who feels like this" is a line from this 1999 track by The Fugees.
What is "Ready or Not"?
This Black-owned record label, founded by Berry Gordy, produced hits for artists like Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, and Marvin Gaye.
What is Motown Records?
This iconic guitarist, known for his electrifying performances and innovative techniques, headlined Woodstock in 1969 with a legendary rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner."
Who is Jimi Hendrix?
This genre, originating in New Orleans, is a mix of ragtime, blues, and African rhythms.
What is Jazz?
This anthem became the soundtrack of the Civil Rights Movement, performed by Sam Cooke.
What is "A Change Is Gonna Come"?
"This is the dawning of the rest of our lives" is a line from this 2004 song by a Grammy-winning band.
What is "Boulevard of Broken Dreams" by Green Day?
This 1970s TV show was the first national platform to showcase Black music, hosted by Don Cornelius.
What is Soul Train?
This artist’s debut album, blending rap, jazz, and soul, earned multiple Grammy Awards and is regarded as a defining work in modern music.
Who is Lauryn Hill?
This dance music genre, developed in Chicago in the 1980s, laid the groundwork for modern EDM.
What is House Music?
This protest song by Billie Holiday, written in 1939, described the horrors of lynching in America.
What is "Strange Fruit"?
This 1995 hit by Tupac Shakur is a heartfelt tribute to Black mothers.
What is "Dear Mama"?