0

R&B Legends: Test Your Knowledge of the Pioneers

Description: R&B Legends: Test Your Knowledge of the Pioneers
Number of Questions: 15
Created by:
Tags: music r&b legends
Attempted 0/15 Correct 0 Score 0

Which R&B legend is known as the "Queen of Soul"?

  1. Aretha Franklin

  2. Whitney Houston

  3. Diana Ross

  4. Gladys Knight


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aretha Franklin earned the title "Queen of Soul" due to her powerful vocals and iconic performances.

Who is considered the "King of R&B"?

  1. Stevie Wonder

  2. Marvin Gaye

  3. Luther Vandross

  4. Michael Jackson


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Stevie Wonder is widely regarded as the "King of R&B" for his exceptional songwriting, musicianship, and vocal abilities.

Which R&B group is known for hits like "My Girl" and "I'll Be There"?

  1. The Temptations

  2. The Four Tops

  3. The Jackson 5

  4. Earth, Wind & Fire


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Temptations are known for their soulful harmonies and classic R&B hits.

Who is the R&B singer behind the hit song "I Heard It Through the Grapevine"?

  1. Marvin Gaye

  2. Smokey Robinson

  3. Curtis Mayfield

  4. Al Green


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Marvin Gaye's "I Heard It Through the Grapevine" is considered one of the greatest R&B songs of all time.

Which R&B artist is known for his smooth vocals and hits like "Sexual Healing" and "Superstition"?

  1. Luther Vandross

  2. Stevie Wonder

  3. Marvin Gaye

  4. Al Green


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Marvin Gaye's soulful vocals and iconic hits earned him a reputation as one of the greatest R&B singers.

Who is the R&B singer behind the hit song "Respect"?

  1. Aretha Franklin

  2. Etta James

  3. Nina Simone

  4. Gladys Knight


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aretha Franklin's powerful rendition of "Respect" became an anthem of the Civil Rights Movement.

Which R&B group is known for hits like "Boogie Oogie Oogie" and "September"?

  1. Earth, Wind & Fire

  2. The Commodores

  3. Kool & the Gang

  4. The O'Jays


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Earth, Wind & Fire's energetic performances and catchy songs made them one of the most successful R&B groups of the 1970s.

Who is the R&B singer behind the hit song "I Can't Stop Loving You"?

  1. Ray Charles

  2. Otis Redding

  3. Sam Cooke

  4. James Brown


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ray Charles' soulful rendition of "I Can't Stop Loving You" became a timeless classic.

Which R&B group is known for hits like "Brick House" and "Stayin' Alive"?

  1. The Bee Gees

  2. The Jackson 5

  3. The Commodores

  4. Kool & the Gang


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Bee Gees' disco hits topped charts worldwide in the 1970s.

Who is the R&B singer behind the hit song "What's Going On"?

  1. Marvin Gaye

  2. Stevie Wonder

  3. Curtis Mayfield

  4. Al Green


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" is considered a masterpiece of soul music and a powerful social commentary.

Which R&B group is known for hits like "I'll Make Love to You" and "End of the Road"?

  1. Boyz II Men

  2. New Edition

  3. Bell Biv DeVoe

  4. Jodeci


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Boyz II Men's smooth harmonies and romantic ballads made them one of the most successful R&B groups of the 1990s.

Who is the R&B singer behind the hit song "I Wanna Dance with Somebody"?

  1. Whitney Houston

  2. Janet Jackson

  3. Mariah Carey

  4. Madonna


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Whitney Houston's powerful vocals and iconic hits made her one of the best-selling artists of all time.

Which R&B group is known for hits like "Poison" and "Every Little Step"?

  1. Bell Biv DeVoe

  2. New Edition

  3. Jodeci

  4. Boyz II Men


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bell Biv DeVoe's energetic performances and catchy songs made them one of the most popular R&B groups of the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Who is the R&B singer behind the hit song "My Heart Will Go On"?

  1. Celine Dion

  2. Mariah Carey

  3. Whitney Houston

  4. Janet Jackson


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Celine Dion's powerful vocals and emotional delivery made "My Heart Will Go On" a global hit.

Which R&B group is known for hits like "Waterfalls" and "Say My Name"?

  1. TLC

  2. Destiny's Child

  3. En Vogue

  4. SWV


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

TLC's unique sound and empowering lyrics made them one of the most successful girl groups of all time.

- Hide questions