The Questions — Hip-Hop Trivia Game by Sean Kantrowitz

Which Judd Apatow film stars Eminem as himself? Which Broadway musical did Jay-Z sample for “Hard Knock Life”? Prove your hip-hop mastery with The Questions, a fast-firing trivia game written and developed by Grammy-nominated music and film/TV producer Sean Kantrowitz.

From classic songs and albums to the ways rappers, DJs, producers, and media figures have woven themselves into movies, TV, commercials, live events, and headlines, this game covers it all. It’s hip-hop history, pop-culture deep cuts, and “I can’t believe you remembered that” bragging rights—perfect for game night, parties, and record-store hangouts.

Why you’ll love it

• By a true insider: Created by Sean Kantrowitz (Grammy-nominated producer)

• Beyond the beats: Questions span music, film, TV, sports, brands, and culture

• Flexible play: Run a quick round or host a full-on trivia night—solo or in teams

• Replayable fun: A wide range of difficulty keeps newcomers and die-hards engaged

What’s inside

• A curated stack of hip-hop and pop-culture trivia prompts

• Varied categories (artists, eras, lyrics, samples, cameos, moments, and more)

• Clear, easy instructions for quick setup and play

Great for

• Parties, pre-game hangs, and living-room tournaments

• DJs, crate-diggers, and anyone who quotes their favorite bars on sight

• Adding to a gift bundle with a notebook from Books or small delights from Bits & Pieces

How to play (quick start)

1. Split into players or teams and pick a host.

2. Draw a card and read the prompt.

3. First correct answer scores—play to a set number of points or a timed round.
   (House rules encouraged. Make it yours.)

Turn up the nostalgia, test your knowledge, and settle the score: who really knows their hip-hop?