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You Know You Black When...
100

What is the term often used to describe turning 30 with confidence and boldness?

Dirty 30!!!!

100

This legendary R&B group made us step in the name of love long before their hits became controversial.

Who are The Isley Brothers?

100

This iconic '90s sitcom about a group of friends navigating life in Chicago debuted in 1994.

What is Living Single?

100

At every cookout, this classic line dance will have people of all ages on the dance floor.

What is the Electric Slide?

100

You know you Black when you keep this all-purpose container that used to hold butter.

What is a margarine tub?

200

True or False: Most people's bones reach their peak density in their 30s.

What is True?

200

This comedian brought the culture to Netflix with specials like Sticks and Stones.

Who is Dave Chappelle?

200

This Black NBA star was dominating the court for the Chicago Bulls in 1994.

Who is Michael Jordan?

200

This red drink is a staple at Black cookouts.

What is Kool-Aid?

200

You know you Black when your mom tells you to do this as soon as you come in from outside, no matter what you were doing.

What is "take the chicken out the freezer"?

300

This phrase, often said in the Black community, celebrates the youthful appearance of Black skin.

This phrase, often said in the Black community, celebrates the youthful appearance of Black skin.

300

This artist became the first Black woman to headline Coachella, giving us “Beychella.”

Who is Beyoncé?

300

This cultural classic movie, featuring Tupac and Jada Pinkett, was released in the mid-‘90s.

What is Poetic Justice?

300

This dish, often served at family gatherings, is made with layers of pasta, cheese, and love.

What is baked mac and cheese?

300

You know you Black when this phrase really means you’re not going anywhere: “We’ll leave in 5 minutes.”

What is "Black people time"?

400

At 30, it's common to hear this advice from elders about your health: "Drink water and ______."

And mind your business

400

This actor, known for Black Panther, gave an iconic performance as T'Challa.

Who is Chadwick Boseman?

400

This hip-hop group, known for their song C.R.E.A.M., was at their peak in 1994.

Who is Wu-Tang Clan?

400

This game, played with cards and lots of trash-talking, can make or break friendships.

What is Spades?

400

You know you Black when you hear this phrase after asking for McDonald's: "Do you have ______?"

What is "McDonald's money"?

500

This seasoning blend is a must-have in any Black kitchen and can also be a metaphor for life.

What is "Lawry’s Seasoned Salt"?

500

This producer and DJ had us all doing the Electric Slide at every family cookout.

Who is DJ Casper?

500

This brand launched its first collection in the '90s, becoming a Black streetwear staple.

What is FUBU?

500

At a Black cookout, you know this unspoken rule about potato salad determines whether your dish gets eaten or ignored.

What is "Who made it?

500

You know you Black when this piece of furniture has been preserved in its original state for decades, thanks to an unyielding protective layer.

What is "the living room couch"?