The Genius Of Ray Charles Album

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    On which label was this album recorded?

    • Atlantic
    • Elektra
    • Island
    • BMG
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The Genius of Ray Charles is the sixth studio album by American recording artist Ray Charles. Do you think you know more about this album? Find out and take this quiz.

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  • 2. 

    How many songs are originally on this album?

    • 12

    • 14

    • 10

    • 11

    Correct Answer
    A. 12
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 12. This indicates that there are 12 songs originally on the album.

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  • 3. 

    Which among the choices is a song from the album?

    • Sorry For You

    • Just for a Thrill

    • Thriller

    • The Way You Stare

    Correct Answer
    A. Just for a Thrill
    Explanation
    "Just for a Thrill" is likely the correct answer because it is the only choice that is indicated to be a song from the album. The other choices do not provide any indication that they are songs, and "Thriller" is the name of the album itself, not a song from it.

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  • 4. 

    Who is the producer of this album?

    • Jerry Wexler

    • Megan Young

    • Jerry Daniel

    • Steven Ryan

    Correct Answer
    A. Jerry Wexler
    Explanation
    Jerry Wexler is the correct answer because he is a well-known music producer who has worked with numerous artists and is particularly known for his work with Atlantic Records. He has produced albums for iconic musicians such as Aretha Franklin and Ray Charles, and his contributions to the music industry have been highly regarded. Therefore, Jerry Wexler is the most likely producer of the album in question.

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  • 5. 

    When was the album released?

    • 1961

    • 1959

    • 1955

    • 1957

    Correct Answer
    A. 1959
    Explanation
    The album was released in 1959.

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  • 6. 

    What is the album's genre?

    • Pop, RnB

    • Pop, Ballad

    • Pop, Soul

    • Pop, Rock

    Correct Answer
    A. Pop, RnB
    Explanation
    The album's genre is Pop, RnB because it combines elements of both pop and RnB music. Pop music is known for its catchy melodies and mainstream appeal, while RnB music is characterized by its soulful vocals and rhythmic beats. Therefore, the album likely features songs that incorporate both of these genres, creating a unique blend of pop and RnB sounds.

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  • 7. 

    What is the album's rank in Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Album of All Time?

    • 263

    • 260

    • 266

    • 262

    Correct Answer
    A. 263
    Explanation
    The album's rank in Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Album of All Time is 263.

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  • 8. 

    What is the title of the album that succeeded this album?

    • What'd I Say

    • Music and the Genius

    • Ray Charles in Person

    • Ray Charles Up Close and Personal

    Correct Answer
    A. Ray Charles in Person
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Ray Charles in Person." This suggests that the album mentioned in the question was succeeded by the album titled "Ray Charles in Person."

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