General Awareness

Music and Dance Artists

1,613 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.

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Music and Dance Artists Questions

Multiple choice

Which musician is often credited with helping to popularize hip hop music around the world?

  1. Jay-Z

  2. Kanye West

  3. Eminem

  4. Dr. Dre
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Dr. Dre, with his innovative production style and his work with N.W.A., is often credited with helping to popularize hip hop music around the world.

Multiple choice

Which song by Dr. Dre is often considered to be a classic of hip hop music?

  1. The Next Episode

  2. Still D.R.E.

  3. Nuthin' but a 'G' Thang

  4. California Love
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Still D.R.E., with its catchy beat and its clever lyrics, is often considered to be one of Dr. Dre's most iconic songs.

Multiple choice

Who is considered the 'Father of Tap Dance'?

  1. Bill 'Bojangles' Robinson

  2. Fred Astaire

  3. Gene Kelly

  4. Gregory Hines
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Bill 'Bojangles' Robinson is widely regarded as the 'Father of Tap Dance' due to his immense influence and contributions to the art form.

Multiple choice

Which album by Drake was the first to surpass 1 billion streams on Apple Music?

  1. Views

  2. More Life

  3. Scorpion

  4. Thank Me Later
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Drake's album 'Views' was the first to surpass 1 billion streams on Apple Music, reaching the milestone within just 11 days of its release in 2016.

Multiple choice

Which album by The Weeknd became the first to surpass 100 million streams on Spotify in a single week?

  1. Starboy

  2. Beauty Behind the Madness

  3. After Hours

  4. Dawn FM
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Weeknd's album 'Starboy' became the first to surpass 100 million streams on Spotify in a single week, achieving the feat in 2016.

Multiple choice

Which album by Post Malone was the first to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify in less than a year?

  1. Stoney

  2. Beerbongs & Bentleys

  3. Hollywood's Bleeding

  4. Runaway
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Post Malone's album 'Beerbongs & Bentleys' was the first to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify in less than a year, reaching the milestone in just 269 days after its release in 2018.

Multiple choice

Which album by Cardi B became the first female rap album to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify?

  1. Invasion of Privacy

  2. Gangsta Bitch Music, Vol. 2

  3. Bodak Yellow

  4. Up
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Cardi B's album 'Invasion of Privacy' became the first female rap album to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify in 2018.

Multiple choice

Which album by XXXTentacion became the first posthumous album to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify?

  1. ?

  2. 17

  3. Skins

  4. Bad Vibes Forever
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A Correct answer
Explanation

XXXTentacion's album '?' became the first posthumous album to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify in 2018.

Multiple choice

Which album by Juice WRLD became the first posthumous album to surpass 10 billion streams on Spotify?

  1. Goodbye & Good Riddance

  2. Death Race for Love

  3. Legends Never Die

  4. Fighting Demons
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Juice WRLD's album 'Legends Never Die' became the first posthumous album to surpass 10 billion streams on Spotify in 2020.

Multiple choice

Which album by Lil Nas X became the first country rap album to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify?

  1. 7

  2. Montero

  3. Old Town Road

  4. Industry Baby
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Lil Nas X's album 'Old Town Road' became the first country rap album to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify in 2019.

Multiple choice

Which album by Doja Cat became the first female rap album to surpass 5 billion streams on Spotify?

  1. Hot Pink

  2. Planet Her

  3. Amala

  4. Boss Bitch
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Doja Cat's album 'Planet Her' became the first female rap album to surpass 5 billion streams on Spotify in 2021.

Multiple choice

Which musical artist is known for using their music to promote racial dialogue and understanding?

  1. Bob Marley

  2. Nina Simone

  3. Kendrick Lamar

  4. All of the above
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Correct answer
Explanation

Bob Marley, Nina Simone, and Kendrick Lamar are all musical artists who have used their music to promote racial dialogue and understanding through their lyrics, performances, and activism.

Multiple choice

Which musical artist is known for using their music to challenge racial stereotypes and prejudices?

  1. Childish Gambino

  2. J. Cole

  3. Beyoncé

  4. All of the above
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Correct answer
Explanation

Childish Gambino, J. Cole, and Beyoncé are all musical artists who have used their music to challenge racial stereotypes and prejudices through their lyrics, performances, and music videos.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional folk music of Spain?

  1. Flamenco

  2. Tango

  3. Salsa

  4. Mariachi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Flamenco is the traditional folk music of Spain, and it is characterized by its passionate singing, intricate guitar playing, and rhythmic dancing.

Multiple choice

Which hip hop artist is known for his politically charged lyrics and activism?

  1. Kendrick Lamar

  2. Jay-Z

  3. Kanye West

  4. Nas
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Kendrick Lamar is known for his politically charged lyrics and activism. His album "To Pimp a Butterfly" explores themes of race, poverty, and police brutality.