General Awareness

Music and Dance Artists

1,739 Questions

This hub covers important questions on music and dance artists across various genres. It includes trivia on musicians, iconic albums, and cultural milestones. These topics are frequently asked in the general awareness sections of competitive exams.

Hip hop artistsMusic genresAlbum releasesMotown groupsMusic trivia

Music and Dance Artists Questions

Multiple choice

Which hip hop group released the music video for "Paid in Full" in 1987, featuring a memorable dance routine?

  1. Eric B. & Rakim

  2. Public Enemy

  3. N.W.A.

  4. Salt-N-Pepa
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The music video for "Paid in Full" showcased Eric B. & Rakim's signature dance moves, which became iconic in hip hop culture.

Multiple choice

Which hip hop group released the music video for "Push It" in 1987, featuring a distinctive synchronized dance routine?

  1. Salt-N-Pepa

  2. Run-D.M.C.

  3. LL Cool J

  4. Beastie Boys
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Salt-N-Pepa's "Push It" music video became a cultural phenomenon, popularizing the synchronized dance routine.

Multiple choice

Who directed the music video for N.W.A.'s "Straight Outta Compton" in 1988?

  1. Dr. Dre

  2. Eazy-E

  3. Ice Cube

  4. Ren
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Dr. Dre directed the music video for "Straight Outta Compton", capturing the raw energy and rebellious spirit of N.W.A.

Multiple choice

Which hip hop artist released the music video for "Parents Just Don't Understand" in 1989, addressing the generation gap?

  1. MC Hammer

  2. Vanilla Ice

  3. Tone Loc

  4. DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince's "Parents Just Don't Understand" music video resonated with young people and captured the generational divide.

Multiple choice

Which hip hop group released the music video for "U Can't Touch This" in 1990, featuring MC Hammer's signature dance moves?

  1. MC Hammer

  2. Vanilla Ice

  3. Tone Loc

  4. DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

MC Hammer's "U Can't Touch This" music video became a cultural sensation, popularizing his signature dance moves and parachute pants.

Multiple choice

Which hip hop artist released the music video for "Wild Thing" in 1989, featuring a memorable dance routine?

  1. Tone Loc

  2. MC Hammer

  3. Vanilla Ice

  4. DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Tone Loc's "Wild Thing" music video featured a catchy dance routine that became a popular trend.

Multiple choice

Who directed the music video for DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince's "Summertime" in 1991?

  1. Spike Lee

  2. John Singleton

  3. Mario Van Peebles

  4. Charles Burnett
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Spike Lee directed the music video for "Summertime", capturing the carefree and joyful spirit of the song.

Multiple choice

Which hip hop group released the music video for "Jump" in 1987, featuring a high-energy dance routine?

  1. Kris Kross

  2. N.W.A.

  3. Public Enemy

  4. Salt-N-Pepa
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Kris Kross' "Jump" music video showcased their signature dance moves, including the iconic "jump" move.

Multiple choice

Which artist released the remix album (2003) Justified Remixed?

  1. Justin Timberlake

  2. Usher

  3. Chris Brown

  4. Ne-Yo
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Justin Timberlake's Justified Remixed is a remix album of songs from his debut solo album, Justified.

Multiple choice

Which artist released the remix album (2002) 808s & Heartbreak?

  1. Kanye West

  2. Jay-Z

  3. 50 Cent

  4. Lil Wayne
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Kanye West's 808s & Heartbreak is a remix album of songs from his third studio album, Graduation.

Multiple choice

Who sang the iconic R&B anthem "I Believe I Can Fly" in 1996?

  1. Michael Jackson

  2. R. Kelly

  3. Luther Vandross

  4. Stevie Wonder
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

R. Kelly's soaring vocals and the song's uplifting message resonated with audiences worldwide, making "I Believe I Can Fly" a timeless classic.

Multiple choice

Which R&B group released the hit single "No Scrubs" in 1999?

  1. TLC

  2. Destiny's Child

  3. En Vogue

  4. SWV
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

TLC's sassy lyrics and catchy melody made "No Scrubs" an instant hit, becoming one of the group's signature songs.

Multiple choice

Which R&B artist released the hit single "I'll Make Love to You" in 1994?

  1. Usher

  2. Brian McKnight

  3. Luther Vandross

  4. Maxwell
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
Correct answer
Explanation

Boyz II Men's soulful vocals and romantic lyrics made "I'll Make Love to You" a massive hit, becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time.

Multiple choice

Who sang the upbeat dance track "Gettin' Jiggy Wit It" in 1996?

  1. Will Smith

  2. LL Cool J

  3. Puff Daddy

  4. Notorious B.I.G.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Will Smith's infectious energy and the song's catchy beat made "Gettin' Jiggy Wit It" a global phenomenon, becoming one of the defining songs of the '90s.

Multiple choice

Which R&B group released the hit single "Waterfalls" in 1995?

  1. TLC

  2. Destiny's Child

  3. En Vogue

  4. SWV
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

TLC's powerful vocals and the song's environmental message made "Waterfalls" a critical and commercial success, becoming one of the group's most iconic songs.