Singers & Vocalist R&B Singers 3

Question 1

Which R&B singer's real name is Onika Tanya Maraj?

Accepted Answer

Nicki Minaj

Answer

Nicki Minaj's birth name is Onika Tanya Maraj; she was born in Trinidad and raised in Queens, New York.

Question 2

Erykah Badu's debut album 'Baduizm' was released in which decade?

Accepted Answer

1990s

Answer

'Baduizm' was released in 1997, establishing Erykah Badu as a leading voice of the neo-soul movement.

Question 3

Which R&B vocalist sang 'I Will Always Love You' for the film 'The Bodyguard'?

Accepted Answer

Whitney Houston

Answer

Whitney Houston's 1992 recording of Dolly Parton's 'I Will Always Love You' became one of the best-selling singles of all time.

Question 4

D'Angelo's critically acclaimed comeback album 'Black Messiah' was released in which year?

Accepted Answer

2014

Answer

D'Angelo surprised fans by releasing 'Black Messiah' in December 2014, ending a 14-year gap since 'Voodoo.'

Question 5

Which female R&B singer is nicknamed 'Queen of Hip-Hop Soul'?

Accepted Answer

Mary J. Blige

Answer

Mary J. Blige earned the title 'Queen of Hip-Hop Soul' for blending R&B vocals with hip-hop beats and culture.

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