1.
Babyface signed with what record label to release his album "Playlist"?
Correct Answer
B. Island Records
Explanation
Babyface signed with Island Records to release his album "Playlist".
2.
After whom was Babyface's son Dylan named?
Correct Answer
A. Bob Dylan
Explanation
Babyface's son Dylan was named after Bob Dylan.
3.
Which track by sometime Babyface collaborator Mariah Carey mentions him in the lyrics?
Correct Answer
A. We Belong Together
Explanation
"We Belong Together" is the correct answer because this track by Mariah Carey mentions Babyface in the lyrics. Babyface is a well-known collaborator of Mariah Carey, and in this song, she sings about their relationship and how they belong together. The lyrics of the song express her love and longing for Babyface, making it clear why this track mentions him.
4.
What Grammy was awarded to Babyface three years running - a historic first?
Correct Answer
A. Producer Of The Year
Explanation
Babyface was awarded the Grammy for Producer Of The Year three years in a row, which was a historic first. This award recognizes the exceptional skills and talent of a music producer in creating and shaping the sound of a recording. The fact that Babyface won this prestigious award for three consecutive years highlights his remarkable contribution to the music industry and his ability to consistently produce high-quality music.
5.
Who gave Babyface his nickname while he was still in his teens?
Correct Answer
D. Bootsy Collins
Explanation
Bootsy Collins gave Babyface his nickname while he was still in his teens.
6.
What is R&B artist and producer Babyface's real name?
Correct Answer
C. Kenneth Edmonds
Explanation
The correct answer is Kenneth Edmonds. Babyface, a renowned R&B artist and producer, is commonly known by his stage name, but his real name is Kenneth Edmonds.
7.
What was the name of Babyface's child, born on Sep 9, 2008?
Correct Answer
D. Kevon
8.
What Eric Clapton cover is featured on Babyface's album "Playlist"?
Correct Answer
D. Wonderful Tonight
Explanation
"Wonderful Tonight" is the correct answer because it is a cover song originally performed by Eric Clapton. The question asks for a cover song by Eric Clapton that is featured on Babyface's album "Playlist," and "Wonderful Tonight" fits this criteria.
9.
Which Grammy-winning Eric Clapton record did Babyface produce and sing backing vocals for?
Correct Answer
C. Change The World
Explanation
Babyface produced and sang backing vocals for the Grammy-winning Eric Clapton record "Change The World."
10.
What was Babyface's first album of the 21st century?
Correct Answer
D. Face2Face
Explanation
Face2Face is the correct answer because it was Babyface's first album released in the 21st century. This album was released in 2001 and features a mix of R&B, pop, and soul music. It includes hit songs like "There She Goes" and "What If". Babyface, a renowned singer, songwriter, and producer, has had a successful career spanning several decades, and Face2Face marked his entrance into the new millennium with a fresh collection of songs.
11.
Where did Babyface open his 14-date tour in the spring of 2008?
Correct Answer
A. Minneapolis
Explanation
In the spring of 2008, Babyface opened his 14-date tour in Minneapolis.
12.
What Babyface album of the 1990's went triple platinum and gave him his first Top Five pop hit?
Correct Answer
A. For The Cool In You
Explanation
"For The Cool In You" is the correct answer because it was an album released by Babyface in the 1990s that achieved triple platinum status, indicating it sold over three million copies. This album also gave him his first Top Five pop hit, further solidifying its significance in his career.
13.
Which Babyface album featured the crossover hit "For The Lover In You"?
Correct Answer
D. The Day
14.
Which song on the 1999 Babyface album "Tender Lover" peaked at #2 on the R&B charts?
Correct Answer
C. Whip Appeal
Explanation
"Whip Appeal" is the correct answer because it peaked at #2 on the R&B charts. The song was released on Babyface's 1999 album "Tender Lover" and gained significant popularity in the R&B genre. Its success on the charts indicates its popularity and appeal among R&B music listeners during that time.
15.
Babyface's first R&B chart #1 hit was "Love Saw It", a duet with whom?
Correct Answer
B. Karyn White
Explanation
Babyface's first R&B chart #1 hit was "Love Saw It", a duet with Karyn White. This answer is correct because Karyn White is the only option listed who collaborated with Babyface on the song "Love Saw It". Bobby Brown, Eric Clapton, and Whitney Houston did not have a duet with Babyface on this particular song.
16.
What duet with Lisa Stansfield did Babyface contribute to the soundtrack for "The Pagemaster"?
Correct Answer
B. Dream Now
Explanation
In the soundtrack for "The Pagemaster," Babyface contributed to a duet with Lisa Stansfield called "Dream Now."
17.
What was the name of the record label Babyface cofounded with L.A. Reid in 1989?
Correct Answer
D. LaFace Records
Explanation
LaFace Records is the correct answer because it was the record label that Babyface cofounded with L.A. Reid in 1989. This label became highly successful and played a significant role in shaping the R&B and hip-hop music scene in the 1990s.
18.
Babyface and songwriting partner L.A. Reid were both members of which 1980's funk group?
Correct Answer
A. The Deele
Explanation
Babyface and L.A. Reid were both members of The Deele, a 1980's funk group.
19.
Which label released the 2000 Babyface compilation "A Collection of His Greatest Hits"?
Correct Answer
B. Epic
Explanation
The correct answer is Epic. This label released the 2000 Babyface compilation "A Collection of His Greatest Hits".
20.
For what movie's soundtrack was Babyface nominated for an Album of the Year Grammy?
Correct Answer
A. The Bodyguard
Explanation
Babyface was nominated for an Album of the Year Grammy for the soundtrack of the movie "The Bodyguard."