Otis Redding Trivia Question

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    How did Otis Redding die?

    • Plane Crash
    • Alcohol Poisoning
    • Cancer
    • Overdose
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Explore the life and music of Otis Redding in this trivia quiz. Test your knowledge on his career highlights, including his famous songs, his tragic death, and his influence on rock and soul music. Ideal for fans and music history enthusiasts.

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  • 2. 

    In what Georgia town was soul music legend Otis Redding born?

    • Conyers

    • Macon

    • Savannah

    • Dawson

    Correct Answer
    A. Dawson
    Explanation
    Otis Redding, the soul music legend, was born in Dawson, Georgia.

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  • 3. 

    Which Otis Redding album charted at #1?

    • The Dock Of The Bay

    • Love Man

    • Pain In My Heart

    • Live In Europe

    Correct Answer
    A. The Dock Of The Bay
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Dock Of The Bay." This album by Otis Redding charted at #1.

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  • 4. 

    What rock group covered Otis Redding's song "Pain In My Heart"?

    • The Byrds

    • Rush

    • Filter

    • The Rolling Stones

    Correct Answer
    A. The Rolling Stones
    Explanation
    The Rolling Stones is the correct answer because they are a well-known rock group who covered Otis Redding's song "Pain In My Heart." The Rolling Stones have a history of covering and performing songs from various artists, and their version of this particular song is widely recognized and appreciated.

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  • 5. 

    Where was Otis Redding born?

    • Dawson, Georgia

    • Atlanta, Georgia

    • Fort Wayne, Indiana

    • Sulphur, Louisiana

    Correct Answer
    A. Dawson, Georgia
    Explanation
    Otis Redding was born in Dawson, Georgia.

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  • 6. 

    What rock and roll song favorite did Otis Redding do a cover of?

    • Let It Be

    • Night Train

    • Satisfaction

    • Blue Suede Shoes

    Correct Answer
    A. Satisfaction
    Explanation
    Otis Redding did a cover of the rock and roll song "Satisfaction."

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  • 7. 

    What was Otis Redding's first #1 hit?

    • These Arms Of Mine

    • Security

    • Otis Blue

    • Dock Of The Bay

    Correct Answer
    A. Dock Of The Bay
    Explanation
    "Dock of the Bay" was Otis Redding's first #1 hit because it was released posthumously after his death in a plane crash. The song became a huge success, topping the charts and becoming one of Redding's most popular and enduring songs. It is known for its soulful vocals and melancholic lyrics, and it solidified Redding's legacy as one of the greatest soul singers of all time.

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  • 8. 

    Which Otis Redding song was featured in a movie starring Patrick Swayze?

    • Dock Of The Bay

    • Gettin Hip

    • These Arms Of Mine

    • Papa Got A Brand New Bag

    Correct Answer
    A. These Arms Of Mine
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "These Arms Of Mine." This song was featured in the movie "Dirty Dancing," which starred Patrick Swayze. The song is a soulful ballad that perfectly captures the emotions portrayed in the film. Its inclusion in the movie helped to enhance the romantic and intimate scenes between the characters.

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  • 9. 

    What record label brought us such stars as Otis Redding and Joe Tex in the '60's?

    • Motown

    • Epic

    • Atlantic

    • Stax/Volt

    Correct Answer
    A. Stax/Volt
    Explanation
    Stax/Volt is the correct answer because this record label was known for bringing us stars like Otis Redding and Joe Tex in the '60s. Stax/Volt was a prominent soul music label based in Memphis, Tennessee, and it played a significant role in shaping the sound of R&B and soul music during that era. Otis Redding and Joe Tex were among the notable artists who were signed to Stax/Volt and achieved great success under the label.

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  • 10. 

    What female singer sang the duet Tramp with Southern soul artist Otis Redding?

    • Tammi Terrell

    • Carla Thomas

    • Millie Jackson

    • Etta James

    Correct Answer
    A. Carla Thomas
    Explanation
    Carla Thomas is the correct answer because she is a female singer who sang the duet "Tramp" with Otis Redding. Tammi Terrell is known for her duets with Marvin Gaye but not with Otis Redding. Millie Jackson is a Southern soul artist but did not sing "Tramp" with Otis Redding. Etta James is a renowned soul artist but did not collaborate with Otis Redding on the song "Tramp."

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  • 11. 

    Which guitarist helped Otis Redding write his material?

    • Les Paul

    • George Benson

    • Wes Montgomery

    • Steve Cropper

    Correct Answer
    A. Steve Cropper
    Explanation
    Steve Cropper is the correct answer because he was a guitarist who collaborated with Otis Redding to write his material. Cropper was a member of the Stax Records house band, Booker T. & the M.G.'s, and played guitar on many of Redding's recordings. He co-wrote several of Redding's songs, including the iconic "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay." Cropper's contributions were instrumental in shaping Redding's sound and success as a musician.

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  • 12. 

    How many singles did Otis Redding release?

    • 43

    • 7

    • 2

    • 1

    Correct Answer
    A. 43
    Explanation
    Otis Redding released a total of 43 singles throughout his career.

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  • 13. 

    What is Otis Redding's birth name?

    • Otis Richard Redding, Jr.

    • Otis Redding, Jr.

    • Otis Raymond Redding

    • Otis Ray Redding, Jr.

    Correct Answer
    A. Otis Ray Redding, Jr.
    Explanation
    Otis Ray Redding, Jr. is the correct answer for Otis Redding's birth name. The name "Otis Ray Redding, Jr." indicates that his full name is Otis Ray Redding and he is a junior, which means he shares the same name as his father.

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  • 14. 

    How many in Otis Redding's band, The Bar-Kays, died with him in the plane that went down in 1967?

    • All Six

    • Four

    • Two

    • One

    Correct Answer
    A. Four
    Explanation
    Four members of Otis Redding's band, The Bar-Kays, died with him in the plane crash that occurred in 1967.

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  • 15. 

    What is the 12th album released by Otis Redding?

    • Love Man

    • Otis Blue

    • Dock Of The Bay

    • King & Queen

    Correct Answer
    A. Love Man
    Explanation
    The 12th album released by Otis Redding is "Love Man."

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  • 16. 

    What was Otis Redding's first single?

    • Gettin Hip

    • Dock Of The Bay

    • Shout Bamalama

    • These Arms Of Mine

    Correct Answer
    A. Shout Bamalama
  • 17. 

    Which singer was discovered by Otis Redding?

    • Lula Reed

    • Katie Webster

    • Edith Wilson

    • Ethel Waters

    Correct Answer
    A. Katie Webster
    Explanation
    Katie Webster was discovered by Otis Redding.

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