J Dilla Quiz

What was J Dilla's real name?

• John David Yancey

• Jacob Dylan Yancey

• James Dewitt Yancey

• Jason Daniel Yancey

Which city was J Dilla based in?

• Los Angeles

• Detroit

• Chicago

• New York

What is J Dilla celebrated for?

• His dance moves

• His acting

• His intricate beats and soulful soundscapes

• His singing

Which album by J Dilla is often considered a masterpiece?

• Illmatic

• Donuts

• The Chronic

• The Blueprint

Which of the following groups did J Dilla work with?

• Nirvana

• The Beatles

• A Tribe Called Quest

• The Rolling Stones

What genres influenced J Dilla growing up?

• Motown, jazz, and hip-hop

• Country and Blues

• Reggae and Ska

• Classical and Opera

Which hip-hop legends influenced J Dilla?

• Eminem and 50 Cent

• Pete Rock and DJ Premier

• Jay-Z and Kanye West

• Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg

What is a notable characteristic of J Dilla's music?

• It feels emotional and timeless

• It is very fast

• It is very loud

• It is mostly instrumental

What did J Dilla revolutionize in hip-hop?

• Fashion

• Lyrics

• Dance

• Production

Which of the following is NOT a group J Dilla worked with?

• De La Soul

• The Roots

• Coldplay

• A Tribe Called Quest