Are you a true fan of the legendary Patti LaBelle? Dive into the life and legacy of the Godmother of Soul with this engaging quiz! From her groundbreaking music career to her personal triumphs and challenges, explore the fascinating story of one of America’s most beloved divas
Test Your Patti LaBelle Knowledge Quiz
Question 1 |
Patti LaBelle won her first Grammy for which album?
Burnin' | |
Winner in You | |
Be Yourself | |
Flame | |
Live! One Night Only |
Question 1 Explanation:
Patti LaBelle won the Grammy for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance for her 1991 album Burnin'.
Question 2 |
Which iconic TV show did Patti LaBelle star in as a lead character in 1992?
A Different World | |
Out All Night | |
Living It Up with Patti LaBelle | |
American Horror Story: Freak Show | |
Dancing with the Stars |
Question 2 Explanation:
Patti LaBelle starred as the lead character in the sitcom Out All Night in 1992.
Question 3 |
Which album earned Labelle a gold certification from the RIAA?
Moon Shadow | |
Pressure Cookin' | |
Nightbirds | |
Phoenix | |
Chameleon |
Question 3 Explanation:
The album Nightbirds was Labelle's most successful album and earned a gold certification for selling over a million units.
Question 4 |
What historical performance did Labelle achieve in October 1974?
First girl group to perform at Carnegie Hall | |
First rock and roll vocal group to perform at the Metropolitan Opera House | |
First group to perform in space-themed costumes | |
First soul group to headline Madison Square Garden | |
First band inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame |
Question 4 Explanation:
In October 1974, Labelle became the first rock and roll vocal group to perform at the prestigious Metropolitan Opera House.
Question 5 |
What incident led to the disbandment of Labelle in 1976?
Financial issues | |
Lack of chart success for recent singles | |
Legal disputes with their record label | |
A nervous breakdown and backstage injury | |
Creative differences with Allen Toussaint |
Question 5 Explanation:
Nona Hendryx experienced a nervous breakdown during a show in Baltimore in December 1976, leading Patti LaBelle to suggest the group disband.
Question 6 |
Which duet earned Patti LaBelle her first Grammy nomination?
"Love, Need and Want You" | |
"If Only You Knew" | |
"The Best Is Yet to Come" | |
"On My Own" | |
"Superwoman" |
Question 6 Explanation:
Patti LaBelle's duet with Grover Washington Jr., "The Best Is Yet to Come," earned her first Grammy nomination.
Question 7 |
What role did Patti LaBelle perform in The Who's rock-opera Tommy?
Acid Queen | |
Big Mary | |
Miss Patti | |
Madame Flora | |
Venus |
Question 7 Explanation:
Patti LaBelle performed as the Acid Queen in The Who's rock-opera Tommy during their 1989 anniversary concert.
Question 8 |
On which show did Patti LaBelle perform "Over the Rainbow" with Josh Groban in 2011?
The Voice | |
America's Got Talent | |
Oprah's Farewell Spectacular | |
BET Awards | |
The Tonight Show |
Question 8 Explanation:
Patti LaBelle performed "Over the Rainbow" with Josh Groban on Oprah's Farewell Spectacular, Part 1 in May 2011.
Question 9 |
What was the title of Patti LaBelle's first jazz album released in 2017?
The Jazz Life | |
Bel Hommage | |
Jazz and Me | |
Soulful Journey | |
Divas of Jazz |
Question 9 Explanation:
Patti LaBelle released her first jazz album, Bel Hommage, in 2017.
Question 10 |
What role did Patti LaBelle play in the 2020 Verzuz webcast series?
She performed as a solo act. | |
She competed against Dionne Warwick. | |
She participated alongside Gladys Knight. | |
She hosted the show. | |
She declined the invitation to perform. |
Question 10 Explanation:
Patti LaBelle participated in the Verzuz series in 2020 alongside Gladys Knight, with a surprise appearance by Dionne Warwick.
Question 11 |
What viral event brought Patti LaBelle’s sweet potato pies to national attention?
A recipe segment on a talk show | |
A feature in a culinary magazine | |
A celebrity endorsement at an awards show | |
A cooking demonstration on live TV | |
James Wright’s enthusiastic YouTube review |
Question 11 Explanation:
James Wright’s viral video about Patti LaBelle’s pies caused them to sell out nationwide, making them a sensation at Walmart.
There are 11 questions to complete.
