Hip Hop/Rap Quiz Tha First
This is just a quiz for all y'all who think you know hip hop. I got some old school rap questions in here, but mostly newer hip hop questions. Have fun!Oh, and try not to cheat by looking these things up. If you do, you'll never be able to live with yourself. NEVER! Also, you have 30 minutes to complete this, to prohibit serious cheating. Anyway, Enjoy!
- 1.
Which of the following is NOT T.I. song?
- A.
Live Your Life
- B.
Swing Ya Rag
- C.
Back Front
- D.
Top Back
- E.
What You Know
Correct Answer
C. Back FrontExplanation
"Front Back" IS a T.I. song, but "Back Front" is not.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Lil Wayne did a remix to this song with Kanye West. It is produced by Jim Jonsin & Deezle.
Correct Answer
Lollipop, lollipopExplanation
The given answer "Lollipop, lollipop" is the correct answer because it is the title of the song mentioned in the question. Lil Wayne did a remix of this song with Kanye West, and it was produced by Jim Jonsin & Deezle.Rate this question:
- 3.
T-Pain's third album is titled...
- A.
Four Ones
- B.
Thr33 Ringz
- C.
Thr33 Onez
- D.
Six 3ighteenths
- E.
The Love In Pain
Correct Answer
B. Thr33 RingzExplanation
His slogan for this album IS "Four Ones, Thr33 Ringz", as reported, since it drops November 11, 2008 (11/11/08).Rate this question:
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- 4.
Okay, you've made it this far. Let's turn it up a little.Kanye West has produced many songs for Jay-Z. One of the more recent ones contains a sample of a Run-DMC song, "Dumb Girl". The line sampled has the title of the Jay-Z song in it, but I left that blank."I see you [TITLE OF THE SONG] cuz he got a mercedes and you know about his ladies..."What is the title of this Jay-Z banger?
Correct Answer
Jockin' Jay-Z
jockin jay-z
jocking jay-z
jockin jay z
jocking jay zExplanation
The correct answer is "Jockin' Jay-Z" or any variation of the spelling provided. This is because the question mentions that the line sampled from the Run-DMC song contains the title of the Jay-Z song. Therefore, the title of the Jay-Z song must be "Jockin' Jay-Z" or a variation of it.Rate this question:
- 5.
Jibbs is a name that's not tossed about much anymore as of 2008. Can you name one of the first three singles from his debut album?
Correct Answer
Chain Hang Low
Go Too Far
King KongExplanation
The correct answer is Chain Hang Low, Go Too Far, and King Kong. These three songs were the first singles released from Jibbs' debut album.Rate this question:
- 6.
Oh, and while you're at it, what's the name of his debut album?
- A.
Jibbs Featuring Jibbs
- B.
Jibbs And Jibbs
- C.
Jibbs Family
- D.
King Kong In Tha Trunk
- E.
24 Inches Like The Rims
Correct Answer
A. Jibbs Featuring JibbsExplanation
The correct answer is "Jibbs Featuring Jibbs." This is the name of Jibbs' debut album.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Who produced T-Pain & Akon's "Bartender"?
Correct Answer
T-Pain
t-pain
t painExplanation
T-Pain is the correct answer because he is the artist who produced the song "Bartender" featuring Akon. T-Pain is known for his auto-tuned vocals and his production skills in the hip-hop and R&B genres. He has worked with various artists throughout his career and "Bartender" is one of his popular collaborations.Rate this question:
- 8.
Which one of these were singles from Epiphany by T-Pain?
- A.
Bartender
- B.
Church
- C.
Tipsy
- D.
Buy U A Drank (Shawty Snappin')
- E.
Backseat Action
Correct Answer(s)
A. Bartender
B. Church
D. Buy U A Drank (Shawty Snappin')Explanation
If you put "Backseat Action", nice try, but it was not officially chosen as a single.
"Tipsy" was not a single either.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The Game did which song that featured Kanye West, was produced by Kanye West, and featured Jay-Z on the remix?
Correct Answer(s)
Wouldn't Get FarExplanation
The correct answer is "Wouldn't Get Far." This song by The Game not only featured Kanye West but was also produced by him. Additionally, Jay-Z was featured on the remix of the song.Rate this question:
- 10.
Oooooh! Now you think you're all that if you've made it this far without missing a question! Okay, then, Tupac Shakur was one of the greatest rappers of all time. If you think so, which song he did, years later, was featured in the Freedom Writers soundtrack, and also became of of his most popular songs.
Correct Answer(s)
Keep Ya Head Up
Keep Your Head UpExplanation
Tupac Shakur's song "Keep Ya Head Up" was featured in the Freedom Writers soundtrack and became one of his most popular songs.Rate this question:
- 11.
Which of these are songs by Common?
- A.
A Dream
- B.
The Game
- C.
Fake People
- D.
The People
- E.
U.B.C. (Universal Booty Control)
Correct Answer(s)
A. A Dream
B. The Game
D. The PeopleExplanation
"Fake People" & "Universal Booty Control" are take offs of his two songs "Real People" & "U.M.C. (Universal Mind Control)". Hahaha!Rate this question:
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- 12.
In one hundred words or less, describe what T-Pain brought back to the music industry big time after the great TEDDY RILEY?
- 13.
Plies, if you can remember, entered big time into the industry with his first single, titled and featuring...
- A.
Shawty featuring Akon
- B.
Please Excuse My Hands featuring Jamie Foxx & The-Dream
- C.
Pants Hang Low featuring Plies
- D.
Shawty featuring T-Pain
- E.
Shawty featuring Akon & T-Pain
Correct Answer
D. Shawty featuring T-PainExplanation
Plies gained significant recognition in the industry with his debut single "Shawty." The song featured T-Pain, a popular artist known for his use of auto-tune. The collaboration between Plies and T-Pain helped to propel the song's success and introduced Plies to a wider audience. The catchy melody and memorable chorus contributed to the song's popularity and solidified Plies' presence in the music industry.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Flo Rida's first single, "Low", features T-Pain. You're probably thinking, "Oh, I know this song TOO well!" If so, who produced it?
- A.
T-Pain
- B.
Drumma Boy
- C.
Bangledesh
- D.
DJ Montay
- E.
DJ Unk
Correct Answer
D. DJ MontayExplanation
DJ Montay produced Flo Rida's first single, "Low".Rate this question:
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- 15.
What was the first single from The Pack, the rap group?
Correct Answer
VansExplanation
The first single from The Pack, the rap group, was "Vans."Rate this question:
- 16.
Who produced Lil Wayne's "A Milli"?
- A.
Bangledesh
- B.
DJ Montay
- C.
Lil Wayne
- D.
T-Pain
- E.
The Runners
Correct Answer
A. BangledeshExplanation
The correct answer is Bangledesh. Bangledesh is the producer of Lil Wayne's hit song "A Milli." He is known for his unique and innovative production style, which includes the use of heavy bass and unconventional sound effects. Bangledesh's production on "A Milli" helped to create the iconic and catchy beat that made the song a success.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Which installation of "Tha Carter" set of albums included "Fireman", "Shooter" & "Best Rapper Alive"?
Correct Answer
Tha Carter II
The Carter II
Da Carter II
II
Tha Carter 2Explanation
The correct answer is Tha Carter II. This installation of the "Tha Carter" set of albums included the songs "Fireman", "Shooter", and "Best Rapper Alive".Rate this question:
- 18.
The Luniz had which hit that sampled "Why You Treat Me So Bad" by Club Noveau?
- A.
I Got 4 On It
- B.
I Got Me On It
- C.
I Got 5 On It
- D.
I Got 4 On This
- E.
I Got 4 On YOUUU!
Correct Answer
C. I Got 5 On ItExplanation
The correct answer is "I Got 5 On It." This song by The Luniz sampled "Why You Treat Me So Bad" by Club Noveau.Rate this question:
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- 19.
E-40's "U & Dat" was one of the first songs to feature the ringleader himself, who?
- A.
Akon
- B.
Kandi Boi
- C.
T-Pain
- D.
E-50
- E.
Soulja Boy
Correct Answer
C. T-PainExplanation
"U & Dat" by E-40 was one of the first songs to feature T-Pain. T-Pain gained popularity for his use of Auto-Tune in his music, which became a signature sound in the mid-2000s. His collaboration with E-40 on "U & Dat" helped further establish his career and solidify his unique style.Rate this question:
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- 20.
All of these are Mike Jones songs, except...
- A.
Cuddy Buddy
- B.
Nutty Buddy
- C.
Turnin' Heads
- D.
My 64
- E.
Back Then
Correct Answer
B. Nutty BuddyExplanation
The correct answer is "Nutty Buddy" because all the other options are actual songs by Mike Jones, while "Nutty Buddy" is not.Rate this question:
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- 21.
"I'm So Paid" by Akon originally ONLY featured who, before it featured Lil Wayne & Young Jeezy?
Correct Answer
Lil WayneExplanation
The correct answer is Lil Wayne because before the song "I'm So Paid" by Akon featured Lil Wayne and Young Jeezy, it originally only featured Lil Wayne.Rate this question:
- 22.
Bow Wow's "Big Girls" features, or usually features who?
- A.
Yung Burg
- B.
Young Jeezy
- C.
Yung Joc
- D.
Soulja Boy
- E.
Mike Jones
Correct Answer
C. Yung JocExplanation
Bow Wow's "Big Girls" usually features Yung Joc.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Jadakiss' song "By My Side" features who?
Correct Answer
Ne-YoExplanation
Jadakiss' song "By My Side" features Ne-Yo.Rate this question:
- 24.
Electrik Red's single that was produced by Tricky Stewart & The-Dream, written by The-Dream, and chosen as their debut single was titled what?
- A.
Drink In My Cup
- B.
Coke In My Cup
- C.
Patron In My Cup
- D.
Like You Wanna Get It
- E.
All My Gurls
Correct Answer
A. Drink In My CupExplanation
The correct answer is "Drink In My Cup." This song was produced by Tricky Stewart & The-Dream, written by The-Dream, and chosen as Electrik Red's debut single.Rate this question:
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- 25.
T-Pain's "Freeze" features who?
Correct Answer
Chris BrownExplanation
T-Pain's song "Freeze" features Chris Brown.Rate this question:
- 26.
Public Enemy's song that HEAVILY sampled "Express Yourself" by Charles Wright was titled what?
- A.
Express Yo Gangsta
- B.
Express Yourself
- C.
Express Your Feelings
- D.
Do It Good
- E.
Expresso
Correct Answer
B. Express YourselfExplanation
The correct answer is "Express Yourself." Public Enemy's song heavily sampled "Express Yourself" by Charles Wright.Rate this question:
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- 27.
The Cool Kids' first single was what?
Correct Answer
Black MagsExplanation
The Cool Kids' first single was "Black Mags."Rate this question:
- 28.
Kelis' single "Milkshake", that was used in "Dodgeball", is produced by who?
Correct Answer
The Neptunes
Pharrell
Chad Hugo & PharrellExplanation
The correct answer is The Neptunes, Pharrell, Chad Hugo & Pharrell. The Neptunes is a production duo consisting of Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo. They have produced numerous hit songs for various artists, including Kelis' single "Milkshake" which was featured in the movie "Dodgeball". Pharrell Williams is one half of The Neptunes and is known for his successful solo career as well. Chad Hugo is the other half of The Neptunes and together they have achieved great success in the music industry.Rate this question:
- 29.
Lupe Fiasco's "Kick Push" was about...
- A.
Cars
- B.
Girls
- C.
Having Babies
- D.
His Mother
- E.
Skateboards
Correct Answer
E. SkateboardsExplanation
The correct answer is "Skateboards". Lupe Fiasco's song "Kick Push" is about his love for skateboarding and the freedom and joy it brings him. The lyrics tell the story of a young boy named Billy who discovers skateboarding and uses it as an escape from the challenges of life. The song highlights the passion and dedication that Lupe Fiasco has for skateboarding and how it has influenced his life.Rate this question:
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- 30.
What is Shawty Putt's first single?
Correct Answer
Dat BabyExplanation
"Dat Baby" is Shawty Putt's first single.Rate this question:
- 31.
The Knux made which song about BEVERAGES?
Correct Answer
CappuccinoExplanation
The Knux made a song called "Cappuccino" about beverages.Rate this question:
- 32.
And OutKast song's chorus goes,"Ain't nobody dope as me, I'm just so _____ ____ _______...."
- A.
Clean So Soft
- B.
Clean So Fresh
- C.
Fresh Fresh Fresh
- D.
Fresh So Clean
- E.
Un- der- age
Correct Answer
D. Fresh So CleanExplanation
The correct answer is "Fresh So Clean." This is the correct answer because it accurately completes the given lyrics from an OutKast song. The chorus of the song states, "Ain't nobody dope as me, I'm just so fresh, so clean." Therefore, "Fresh So Clean" is the appropriate choice to fill in the blank in the given lyrics.Rate this question:
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- 33.
Soulja Boy's first single was titled... (There are two answers to this...)
- A.
Crank That (Batman)
- B.
Crank That (Soulja Boy)
- C.
Crank That (Superman)
- D.
Crank That Yank
- E.
Crank That Lemonade Like It's Yo Job
Correct Answer(s)
B. Crank That (Soulja Boy)
C. Crank That (Superman)Explanation
Soulja Boy's first single was titled "Crank That (Soulja Boy)" and "Crank That (Superman)". These two songs were his debut singles and gained significant popularity upon their release. "Crank That (Soulja Boy)" became a viral hit and reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, while "Crank That (Superman)" also achieved commercial success. Both songs showcased Soulja Boy's unique style and dance moves, contributing to his rise in the music industry.Rate this question:
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- 34.
Soulja Boy's debut album on a record label was certified __________ as of late 2008.
- A.
Gold
- B.
Platinum
- C.
Silver
- D.
Trash
- E.
6 Times Platinum
Correct Answer
B. PlatinumExplanation
Soulja Boy's debut album on a record label was certified platinum as of late 2008. This means that the album had sold over one million copies, making it a commercial success.Rate this question:
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