How Well Do You Know Bill Withers?

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How Well Do You Know Bill Withers? - Quiz

Bill Withers is an American singer and songwriter who was born on July 4, 1938, in Slab Fork, West Virginia, United States. Bill Withers started his musical career in 1977 and ended in 1985. How much more do you know about Bill Withers? Find out by taking this quiz.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    What is the birth name of Bill Withers?

    • A. 

      William Harrison Withers, Jr.

    • B. 

      Wilson Harrison Withers, Jr.

    • C. 

      William Harry Withers, Jr.

    • D. 

      William Henry Withers, Jr.

    Correct Answer
    A. William Harrison Withers, Jr.
    Explanation
    The birth name of Bill Withers is William Harrison Withers, Jr.

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  • 2. 

    If Bill Withers was born on July 4, 1938, how old will he be in July 4, 2018?

    • A. 

      79

    • B. 

      81

    • C. 

      80

    • D. 

      90

    Correct Answer
    C. 80
    Explanation
    Bill Withers was born on July 4, 1938. To calculate his age in July 4, 2018, we subtract his birth year from the current year. 2018 - 1938 = 80. Therefore, Bill Withers will be 80 years old in July 4, 2018.

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  • 3. 

    Which of the following music genres is not among Bill Withers' music genre?

    • A. 

      Pop

    • B. 

      Funke

    • C. 

      Blue

    • D. 

      Smooth soul

    Correct Answer
    A. Pop
    Explanation
    Bill Withers' music genre does not include Pop.

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  • 4. 

    As Bill Withers was a singer and songwriter in his time he was also a............?

    • A. 

      Sound engineer

    • B. 

      Stage engineer

    • C. 

      Choreographer

    • D. 

      Record producer

    Correct Answer
    D. Record producer
    Explanation
    Bill Withers, known for his career as a singer and songwriter, was also involved in the music industry as a record producer. A record producer is responsible for overseeing the recording process, working with artists to shape their sound, and ensuring the overall quality of the final product. Given Withers' background in music, it is plausible that he would have the knowledge and skills to take on the role of a record producer in addition to his singing and songwriting career.

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  • 5. 

    Which of these labels was Bill Withers signed to?

    • A. 

      Atlantic

    • B. 

      Colombian

    • C. 

      Sony

    • D. 

      Universal

    Correct Answer
    B. Colombian
  • 6. 

    Which of these is not part of Bill Withers' records?

    • A. 

      Lean on Me

    • B. 

      If love could

    • C. 

      Ain't No Sunshine

    • D. 

      Grandma's Hands

    Correct Answer
    B. If love could
    Explanation
    The song "If love could" is not part of Bill Withers' records. The other three songs mentioned, "Lean on Me," "Ain't No Sunshine," and "Grandma's Hands," are well-known songs that were recorded by Bill Withers.

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  • 7. 

    How many Grammies did Bill Withers win in his time?

    • A. 

      2

    • B. 

      7

    • C. 

      3

    • D. 

      5

    Correct Answer
    C. 3
    Explanation
    Bill Withers won three Grammy Awards in his time.

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  • 8. 

    Who was Bill Withers married to, in 1973?

    • A. 

      Denise Nicholas

    • B. 

      Whitney James

    • C. 

      Jessica Holland

    • D. 

      Helena Woods

    Correct Answer
    A. Denise Nicholas
    Explanation
    Bill Withers was married to Denise Nicholas in 1973.

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  • 9. 

    Menagerie album by Bill Withers was released in what year?

    • A. 

      1977

    • B. 

      1987

    • C. 

      1970

    • D. 

      1953

    Correct Answer
    A. 1977
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1977.

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  • 10. 

    How many years did Bill Withers serve for in the United States Navy?

    • A. 

      9 years

    • B. 

      10 years

    • C. 

      15 years

    • D. 

      7 years

    Correct Answer
    A. 9 years
    Explanation
    Bill Withers served for 9 years in the United States Navy.

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