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While she almost exclusively releases English songs, Beyoncé recorded several Spanish songs for Irreemplazable (re-recordings of songs from B'Day for a Spanish-language audience), and the re-release of B'Day.	What language does she mainly sing?	English
While she almost exclusively releases English songs, Beyoncé recorded several Spanish songs for Irreemplazable (re-recordings of songs from B'Day for a Spanish-language audience), and the re-release of B'Day.	What other language has she sung?	Spanish
While she almost exclusively releases English songs, Beyoncé recorded several Spanish songs for Irreemplazable (re-recordings of songs from B'Day for a Spanish-language audience), and the re-release of B'Day.	What album did she re-release in Spanish?	B'Day
Beyoncé's music is generally R&B, but she also incorporates pop, soul and funk into her songs.	What style of music does Beyoncé usually perform?	R&B
While she almost exclusively releases English songs, Beyoncé recorded several Spanish songs for Irreemplazable (re-recordings of songs from B'Day for a Spanish-language audience), and the re-release of B'Day.	What language did Beyoncé release several songs in?	Spanish
To record these, Beyoncé was coached phonetically by American record producer Rudy Perez.	Who coached Beyoncé for her Spanish recordings?	Rudy Perez.
While she almost exclusively releases English songs, Beyoncé recorded several Spanish songs for Irreemplazable (re-recordings of songs from B'Day for a Spanish-language audience), and the re-release of B'Day. To record these, Beyoncé was coached phonetically by American record producer Rudy Perez.	What album did the Spanish songs come from?	B'Day.
However, she does not formulate beats herself, but typically comes up with melodies and ideas during production, sharing them with producers.	Beyonce does not create which aspect of her music?	beats
Her early songs were personally driven and female-empowerment themed compositions like "Independent Women" and "Survivor", but after the start of her relationship with Jay Z she transitioned to more man-tending anthems such as "Cater 2 U".	An example of a song aimed towards a male audience is what?	Cater 2 U
Her early songs were personally driven and female-empowerment themed compositions like "Independent Women" and "Survivor", but after the start of her relationship with Jay Z she transitioned to more man-tending anthems such as "Cater 2 U".	What theme was Beyonce's early music?	female-empowerment
Her early songs were personally driven and female-empowerment themed compositions like "Independent Women" and "Survivor", but after the start of her relationship with Jay Z she transitioned to more man-tending anthems such as "Cater 2 U".	With Jay Z what were her new themes?	man-tending anthems
Beyoncé has also received co-producing credits for most of the records in which she has been involved, especially during her solo efforts.	What does she get credits for in her music?	co-producing credits
However, she does not formulate beats herself, but typically comes up with melodies and ideas during production, sharing them with producers.	What part of production does she do?	melodies
Her early songs were personally driven and female-empowerment themed compositions like "Independent Women" and "Survivor", but after the start of her relationship with Jay Z she transitioned to more man-tending anthems such as "Cater 2 U".	Beyoncé's early recordings empowered who?	Women
Beyoncé has also received co-producing credits for most of the records in which she has been involved, especially during her solo efforts.	In addition to co-writing credits, Beyoncé also got what credits for most of her albums?	co-producing
However, she does not formulate beats herself, but typically comes up with melodies and ideas during production, sharing them with producers.	Rather than beats, what two things does Beyoncé usually come up with for producers?	melodies and ideas
Beyoncé was the third woman to have writing credits on three number one songs ("Irreplaceable", "Grillz" and "Check on It") in the same year, after Carole King in 1971 and Mariah Carey in 1991.	Pop Songwriter of the Year award in 2001 was awarded to whom?	Beyoncé
In 2001, she became the first African-American woman and second woman songwriter to win the Pop Songwriter of the Year award at the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards.	Beyonce received the Pop Songwriter of the Year award at which event?	American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards
She is tied with American songwriter Diane Warren at third with nine songwriting credits on number-one singles.	Beyonce has the same number of writing credits on number one singles as whom?	Diane Warren
) In May 2011, Billboard magazine listed Beyoncé at number 17 on their list of the "Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters", for having co-written eight singles that hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.	Beyonce joined 2 other women on what list from Billboard magazine in 2011?	Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters
In 2001, she became the first African-American woman and second woman songwriter to win the Pop Songwriter of the Year award at the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards.	When did Beyonce become the first African American woman to win Pop songwriter of the year?	2001
Beyoncé was the third woman to have writing credits on three number one songs ("Irreplaceable", "Grillz" and "Check on It") in the same year, after Carole King in 1971 and Mariah Carey in 1991.	What place is she tied for in songwriting credits?	third
) In May 2011, Billboard magazine listed Beyoncé at number 17 on their list of the "Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters", for having co-written eight singles that hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.	Who listed her at number 17 in their list of Top 20 hot 100 Songwriters?	Billboard magazine
Beyoncé was the third woman to have writing credits on three number one songs ("Irreplaceable", "Grillz" and "Check on It") in the same year, after Carole King in 1971 and Mariah Carey in 1991.	Where does she place in writing credits for three number one songs?	third woman
In 2001, she became the first African-American woman and second woman songwriter to win the Pop Songwriter of the Year award at the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards.	What did Beyoncé win in 2001, making her the first black woman to do so?	Pop Songwriter of the Year award
In 2001, she became the first African-American woman and second woman songwriter to win the Pop Songwriter of the Year award at the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards. Beyoncé was the third woman to have writing credits on three number one songs ("Irreplaceable", "Grillz" and "Check on It") in the same year, after Carole King in 1971 and Mariah Carey in 1991.	Who gave Beyoncé the Pop Songwriter of the Year award in 2001?	the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards.
Beyoncé was the third woman to have writing credits on three number one songs ("Irreplaceable", "Grillz" and "Check on It") in the same year, after Carole King in 1971 and Mariah Carey in 1991.	Beyoncé was one of how many women on Billboard magazine's 2011 "Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters" list.	three
) In May 2011, Billboard magazine listed Beyoncé at number 17 on their list of the "Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters", for having co-written eight singles that hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.	What number was Beyoncé on the Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters list?	17
Beyoncé names Michael Jackson as her major musical influence.	To whom did Beyonce credit as her major influence on her music?	Michael Jackson
Aged five, Beyoncé attended her first ever concert where Jackson performed and she claims to have realised her purpose.	How old was Beyonce when she went to her first Michael Jackson concert as a kid?	five
Beyoncé names Michael Jackson as her major musical influence.	Beyonce gave a tribute award to who in 2006?	Michael Jackson
" She credits Mariah Carey's singing and her song "Vision of Love" as influencing her to begin practicing vocal runs as a child.	Beyonce cites Mariah Carey to making her want to start doing what?	vocal runs
Beyoncé names Michael Jackson as her major musical influence.	Who influenced Beyonce?	Michael Jackson
" She credits Mariah Carey's singing and her song "Vision of Love" as influencing her to begin practicing vocal runs as a child.	What song by Mariah Carey influenced her?	Vision of Love
Beyoncé names Michael Jackson as her major musical influence.	Who is Beyoncé's biggest musical influence?	Michael Jackson
Beyoncé names Michael Jackson as her major musical influence.	What was Beyoncé's first concert?	Michael Jackson
" She admires Diana Ross as an "all-around entertainer" and Whitney Houston, who she said "inspired me to get up there and do what she did.	Who does Beyoncé feel is an all-around entertainer?	Diana Ross
" She admires Diana Ross as an "all-around entertainer" and Whitney Houston, who she said "inspired me to get up there and do what she did.	Who does she credit for the inspiration to "get up there and do what she did"?	Whitney Houston
" She credits Mariah Carey's singing and her song "Vision of Love" as influencing her to begin practicing vocal runs as a child.	What song caused Beyoncé to practice runs as a child?	Vision of Love
The feminism and female empowerment themes on Beyoncé's second solo album B'Day were inspired by her role in Dreamgirls and by singer Josephine Baker.	What themes were influenced by her acting role in Dreamgirls?	feminism and female empowerment
The feminism and female empowerment themes on Beyoncé's second solo album B'Day were inspired by her role in Dreamgirls and by singer Josephine Baker.	Which singer did Beyonce honor by entertaining with her song "Deja Vu"?	Josephine Baker
Sasha Fierce was inspired by Jay Z and especially by Etta James, whose "boldness" inspired Beyoncé to explore other musical genres and styles.	Who motivated Beyonce to explore other areas of music?	Etta James
The feminism and female empowerment themes on Beyoncé's second solo album B'Day were inspired by her role in Dreamgirls and by singer Josephine Baker.	What movie influenced Beyonce towards empowerment themes?	Dreamgirls
Sasha Fierce was inspired by Jay Z and especially by Etta James, whose "boldness" inspired Beyoncé to explore other musical genres and styles.	How did Etta James influence her?	boldness
Beyoncé paid homage to Baker by performing "Déjà Vu" at the 2006 Fashion Rocks concert wearing Baker's trademark mini-hula skirt embellished with fake bananas.	Where did she perform wearing Baker's hula skirt?	2006 Fashion Rocks concert
The feminism and female empowerment themes on Beyoncé's second solo album B'Day were inspired by her role in Dreamgirls and by singer Josephine Baker. Beyoncé paid homage to Baker by performing "Déjà Vu" at the 2006 Fashion Rocks concert wearing Baker's trademark mini-hula skirt embellished with fake bananas.	What singer inspired Beyoncé's B'Day album?	Josephine Baker.
Beyoncé paid homage to Baker by performing "Déjà Vu" at the 2006 Fashion Rocks concert wearing Baker's trademark mini-hula skirt embellished with fake bananas.	What song did Beyoncé sing at a 2006 concert to honor Josephine Baker?	Déjà Vu
Beyoncé has stated that she is personally inspired by US First Lady Michelle Obama, saying "She proves you can do it all" and she has described Oprah Winfrey as "the definition of inspiration and a strong woman".	Beyonce has noted which first lady with saying "She proves you can do it all"?	Michelle Obama
In February 2013, Beyoncé said that Madonna inspired her to take control of her own career.	Which month and year did Beyonce credit Madonna for inspiring her to take control of her career?	February 2013
Beyoncé has stated that she is personally inspired by US First Lady Michelle Obama, saying "She proves you can do it all" and she has described Oprah Winfrey as "the definition of inspiration and a strong woman".	Beyonce has said that who embodies the "definition of inspiration and a strong woman"?	Oprah Winfrey
Beyoncé has stated that she is personally inspired by US First Lady Michelle Obama, saying "She proves you can do it all" and she has described Oprah Winfrey as "the definition of inspiration and a strong woman".	Who personally influences Beyonce?	Michelle Obama
Beyoncé has stated that she is personally inspired by US First Lady Michelle Obama, saying "She proves you can do it all" and she has described Oprah Winfrey as "the definition of inspiration and a strong woman".	Hoe does she describe Oprah Winfrey?	a strong woman
he is lyrical and raw".	How does she describe Jean- Michel Basquiat?	lyrical and raw
In February 2013, Beyoncé said that Madonna inspired her to take control of her own career.	How does Madonna influence her?	to take control of her own career
She has also discussed how Jay Z is a continuing inspiration to her, both with what she describes as his lyrical genius and in the obstacles he has overcome in his life.	How does she describe Jay Z?	continuing inspiration
Beyoncé has stated that she is personally inspired by US First Lady Michelle Obama, saying "She proves you can do it all" and she has described Oprah Winfrey as "the definition of inspiration and a strong woman".	Who inspires Beyoncé because "she does it all?"	First Lady Michelle Obama
Beyoncé has stated that she is personally inspired by US First Lady Michelle Obama, saying "She proves you can do it all" and she has described Oprah Winfrey as "the definition of inspiration and a strong woman".	Who does Beyoncé describe as the definition of inspiration?	Oprah Winfrey
Beyoncé has expressed admiration for the artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, posting in a letter "what I find in the work of Jean-Michel Basquiat, I search for in every day in music.	Who does Beyoncé describe as lyrical and raw?	Jean-Michel Basquiat
In February 2013, Beyoncé said that Madonna inspired her to take control of her own career.	Who inspired Beyoncé to take control of her career?	Madonna
In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists.	Beyonce had an all-female tour band whose name was what?	Suga Mama
Her background singers, The Mamas, consist of Montina Cooper-Donnell, Crystal Collins and Tiffany Moniqué Riddick.	Beyonce had singers in the background known by the name as?	The Mamas
Her background singers, The Mamas, consist of Montina Cooper-Donnell, Crystal Collins and Tiffany Moniqué Riddick.	The Mamas members included which 3 musicians?	Montina Cooper-Donnell, Crystal Collins and Tiffany Moniqué Riddick
In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists.	The Mamas first appearance was when?	2006
In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists.	What band did Beyonce introduce in 2006?	Suga Mama
In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists.	What song name does the band Suga Mama and a song on the B'Day album share?	Suga Mama
They made their debut appearance at the 2006 BET Awards and re-appeared in the music videos for "Irreplaceable" and "Green Light".	Where did Suga Mama band make their first appearance?	2006 BET Awards
In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists.	What band supports Beyonce in her tours?	Suga Mama
In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists.	What is the name of Beyoncé's female tour band?	Suga Mama
In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists.	Suga Mama is also a song on which Beyoncé album?	B'Day
Her background singers, The Mamas, consist of Montina Cooper-Donnell, Crystal Collins and Tiffany Moniqué Riddick.	What are Beyoncé's backup singers called?	The Mamas
They made their debut appearance at the 2006 BET Awards and re-appeared in the music videos for "Irreplaceable" and "Green Light".	When did The Mamas make their debut?	the 2006 BET Awards
Beyoncé has received praise for her stage presence and voice during live performances.	What characteristics has Beyonce received acclaim for?	stage presence and voice
" The ex-President of Def Jam L.A. Reid has described Beyoncé as the greatest entertainer alive.	Which former president of Def Jam called Beyonce the greatest entertainer alive?	L.A. Reid
Beyoncé has received praise for her stage presence and voice during live performances.	For what does Beyonce receive praise?	stage presence
Jarett Wieselman of the New York Post placed her at number one on her list of the Five Best Singer/Dancers.	Who chose her as number one on his list of Best singers/ Dancers?	Jarett Wieselman
Reid has described Beyoncé as the greatest entertainer alive.	How has L.A. Reid described her?	greatest entertainer alive
According to Barbara Ellen of The Guardian Beyoncé is the most in-charge female artist she's seen onstage, while Alice Jones of The Independent wrote she "takes her role as entertainer so seriously she's almost too good.	How does Alice Jones describe her?	she's almost too good
Jarett Wieselman of the New York Post placed her at number one on her list of the Five Best Singer/Dancers.	Who has Beyoncé at number one on her Five Best Singer/Dancers?	Jarett Wieselman
" The ex-President of Def Jam L.A. Reid has described Beyoncé as the greatest entertainer alive.	Who has said that Beyoncé is the best entertainer alive?	L.A. Reid
Described as being "sexy, seductive and provocative" when performing on stage, Beyoncé has said that she originally created the alter ego "Sasha Fierce" to keep that stage persona separate from who she really is.	Beyonce self proclaimed alter ego is named what?	Sasha Fierce
" Sasha was conceived during the making of "Crazy in Love", and Beyoncé introduced her with the release of her 2008 album I Am.	Her alter ego was born when according to Beyonce?	making of "Crazy in Love"
In February 2010, she announced in an interview with Allure magazine that she was comfortable enough with herself to no longer need Sasha Fierce.	What year did Beyonce do away with Sasha Fierce?	2010
However, Beyoncé announced in May 2012 that she would bring her back for her Revel Presents: Beyoncé Live shows later that month.	Beyonce brought back Sasha Fierce during which event?	Revel Presents: Beyoncé Live
She described Sasha as being "too aggressive, too strong, too sassy [and] too sexy", stating, "I'm not like her in real life at all.	How does she describe Sasha?	too aggressive, too strong
However, Beyoncé announced in May 2012 that she would bring her back for her Revel Presents: Beyoncé Live shows later that month.	Later what did she say about Sasha?	she would bring her back
Sasha Fierce. In February 2010, she announced in an interview with Allure magazine that she was comfortable enough with herself to no longer need Sasha Fierce.	What is the name of Beyoncé's alter ego?	Sasha Fierce.
" Sasha was conceived during the making of "Crazy in Love", and Beyoncé introduced her with the release of her 2008 album I Am.	When did Beyoncé introduce Sasha Fierce?	2008
" Sasha was conceived during the making of "Crazy in Love", and Beyoncé introduced her with the release of her 2008 album I Am.	Sasha Fierce was created during the making of what song?	Crazy in Love
In February 2010, she announced in an interview with Allure magazine that she was comfortable enough with herself to no longer need Sasha Fierce.	Who did Beyoncé tell in February 2010 that Sasha Fierce was no longer needed?	Allure magazine
Beyoncé has been described as a having a wide-ranging sex appeal, with music journalist Touré writing that since the release of Dangerously in Love, she has "become a crossover sex symbol".	Beyonce's sex appeal is characterized as what?	wide-ranging
Beyoncé has been described as a having a wide-ranging sex appeal, with music journalist Touré writing that since the release of Dangerously in Love, she has "become a crossover sex symbol".	Which music journalist described Beyonce as a "crossover sex symbol?"	Touré
" Due to her curves and the term's catchiness, in the 2000s, the media often used the term "Bootylicious" (a portmanteau of the words booty and delicious) to describe Beyoncé, the term popularized by Destiny's Child's single of the same name.	Which word spawned from a term used to describe Beyonce in 2006?	Bootylicious
" Due to her curves and the term's catchiness, in the 2000s, the media often used the term "Bootylicious" (a portmanteau of the words booty and delicious) to describe Beyoncé, the term popularized by Destiny's Child's single of the same name.	Bootylicious was a song from which act that Beyonce performed with?	Destiny's Child
" Due to her curves and the term's catchiness, in the 2000s, the media often used the term "Bootylicious" (a portmanteau of the words booty and delicious) to describe Beyoncé, the term popularized by Destiny's Child's single of the same name.	Oxford Dictionary added which word from the 2000s dedicated to Beyonce?	Bootylicious
" Due to her curves and the term's catchiness, in the 2000s, the media often used the term "Bootylicious" (a portmanteau of the words booty and delicious) to describe Beyoncé, the term popularized by Destiny's Child's single of the same name.	What word is often used to describe Beyonce/	Bootylicious
In 2006, it was added to the Oxford English Dictionary.	When was the term added to the dictionary?	2006
Beyoncé has been described as a having a wide-ranging sex appeal, with music journalist Touré writing that since the release of Dangerously in Love, she has "become a crossover sex symbol".	What journalist wrote that Beyoncé was a "sex symbol"?	Touré
" Due to her curves and the term's catchiness, in the 2000s, the media often used the term "Bootylicious" (a portmanteau of the words booty and delicious) to describe Beyoncé, the term popularized by Destiny's Child's single of the same name.	Because of Beyoncé's physical shape, what slang term has been used to describe her?	Bootylicious
In 2006, it was added to the Oxford English Dictionary.	In what year was the slang term from a title of a Destiny's Child song that is also used to describe Beyoncé put in the dictionary?	2006
Offstage Beyoncé says that while she likes to dress sexily, her onstage dress "is absolutely for the stage.	How does Beyoncé say she likes to dress off-stage?	sexily

While she almost exclusively releases English songs, Beyoncé recorded several Spanish songs for Irreemplazable (re-recordings of songs from B'Day for a Spanish-language audience), and the re-release of B'Day.

What language does she mainly sing?

English

While she almost exclusively releases English songs, Beyoncé recorded several Spanish songs for Irreemplazable (re-recordings of songs from B'Day for a Spanish-language audience), and the re-release of B'Day.

What other language has she sung?

Spanish

While she almost exclusively releases English songs, Beyoncé recorded several Spanish songs for Irreemplazable (re-recordings of songs from B'Day for a Spanish-language audience), and the re-release of B'Day.

What album did she re-release in Spanish?

B'Day

Beyoncé's music is generally R&B, but she also incorporates pop, soul and funk into her songs.

What style of music does Beyoncé usually perform?

R&B

While she almost exclusively releases English songs, Beyoncé recorded several Spanish songs for Irreemplazable (re-recordings of songs from B'Day for a Spanish-language audience), and the re-release of B'Day.

What language did Beyoncé release several songs in?

Spanish

To record these, Beyoncé was coached phonetically by American record producer Rudy Perez.

Who coached Beyoncé for her Spanish recordings?

Rudy Perez.

While she almost exclusively releases English songs, Beyoncé recorded several Spanish songs for Irreemplazable (re-recordings of songs from B'Day for a Spanish-language audience), and the re-release of B'Day. To record these, Beyoncé was coached phonetically by American record producer Rudy Perez.

What album did the Spanish songs come from?

B'Day.

However, she does not formulate beats herself, but typically comes up with melodies and ideas during production, sharing them with producers.

Beyonce does not create which aspect of her music?

beats

Her early songs were personally driven and female-empowerment themed compositions like "Independent Women" and "Survivor", but after the start of her relationship with Jay Z she transitioned to more man-tending anthems such as "Cater 2 U".

An example of a song aimed towards a male audience is what?

Cater 2 U

Her early songs were personally driven and female-empowerment themed compositions like "Independent Women" and "Survivor", but after the start of her relationship with Jay Z she transitioned to more man-tending anthems such as "Cater 2 U".

What theme was Beyonce's early music?

female-empowerment

Her early songs were personally driven and female-empowerment themed compositions like "Independent Women" and "Survivor", but after the start of her relationship with Jay Z she transitioned to more man-tending anthems such as "Cater 2 U".

With Jay Z what were her new themes?

man-tending anthems

Beyoncé has also received co-producing credits for most of the records in which she has been involved, especially during her solo efforts.

What does she get credits for in her music?

co-producing credits

However, she does not formulate beats herself, but typically comes up with melodies and ideas during production, sharing them with producers.

What part of production does she do?

melodies

Her early songs were personally driven and female-empowerment themed compositions like "Independent Women" and "Survivor", but after the start of her relationship with Jay Z she transitioned to more man-tending anthems such as "Cater 2 U".

Beyoncé's early recordings empowered who?

Women

Beyoncé has also received co-producing credits for most of the records in which she has been involved, especially during her solo efforts.

In addition to co-writing credits, Beyoncé also got what credits for most of her albums?

co-producing

However, she does not formulate beats herself, but typically comes up with melodies and ideas during production, sharing them with producers.

Rather than beats, what two things does Beyoncé usually come up with for producers?

melodies and ideas

Beyoncé was the third woman to have writing credits on three number one songs ("Irreplaceable", "Grillz" and "Check on It") in the same year, after Carole King in 1971 and Mariah Carey in 1991.

Pop Songwriter of the Year award in 2001 was awarded to whom?

Beyoncé

In 2001, she became the first African-American woman and second woman songwriter to win the Pop Songwriter of the Year award at the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards.

Beyonce received the Pop Songwriter of the Year award at which event?

American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards

She is tied with American songwriter Diane Warren at third with nine songwriting credits on number-one singles.

Beyonce has the same number of writing credits on number one singles as whom?

Diane Warren

) In May 2011, Billboard magazine listed Beyoncé at number 17 on their list of the "Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters", for having co-written eight singles that hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Beyonce joined 2 other women on what list from Billboard magazine in 2011?

Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters

In 2001, she became the first African-American woman and second woman songwriter to win the Pop Songwriter of the Year award at the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards.

When did Beyonce become the first African American woman to win Pop songwriter of the year?

2001

Beyoncé was the third woman to have writing credits on three number one songs ("Irreplaceable", "Grillz" and "Check on It") in the same year, after Carole King in 1971 and Mariah Carey in 1991.

What place is she tied for in songwriting credits?

third

) In May 2011, Billboard magazine listed Beyoncé at number 17 on their list of the "Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters", for having co-written eight singles that hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Who listed her at number 17 in their list of Top 20 hot 100 Songwriters?

Billboard magazine

Beyoncé was the third woman to have writing credits on three number one songs ("Irreplaceable", "Grillz" and "Check on It") in the same year, after Carole King in 1971 and Mariah Carey in 1991.

Where does she place in writing credits for three number one songs?

third woman

In 2001, she became the first African-American woman and second woman songwriter to win the Pop Songwriter of the Year award at the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards.

What did Beyoncé win in 2001, making her the first black woman to do so?

Pop Songwriter of the Year award

In 2001, she became the first African-American woman and second woman songwriter to win the Pop Songwriter of the Year award at the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards. Beyoncé was the third woman to have writing credits on three number one songs ("Irreplaceable", "Grillz" and "Check on It") in the same year, after Carole King in 1971 and Mariah Carey in 1991.

Who gave Beyoncé the Pop Songwriter of the Year award in 2001?

the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards.

Beyoncé was the third woman to have writing credits on three number one songs ("Irreplaceable", "Grillz" and "Check on It") in the same year, after Carole King in 1971 and Mariah Carey in 1991.

Beyoncé was one of how many women on Billboard magazine's 2011 "Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters" list.

three

) In May 2011, Billboard magazine listed Beyoncé at number 17 on their list of the "Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters", for having co-written eight singles that hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

What number was Beyoncé on the Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters list?

17

Beyoncé names Michael Jackson as her major musical influence.

To whom did Beyonce credit as her major influence on her music?

Michael Jackson

Aged five, Beyoncé attended her first ever concert where Jackson performed and she claims to have realised her purpose.

How old was Beyonce when she went to her first Michael Jackson concert as a kid?

five

Beyoncé names Michael Jackson as her major musical influence.

Beyonce gave a tribute award to who in 2006?

Michael Jackson

" She credits Mariah Carey's singing and her song "Vision of Love" as influencing her to begin practicing vocal runs as a child.

Beyonce cites Mariah Carey to making her want to start doing what?

vocal runs

Beyoncé names Michael Jackson as her major musical influence.

Who influenced Beyonce?

Michael Jackson

" She credits Mariah Carey's singing and her song "Vision of Love" as influencing her to begin practicing vocal runs as a child.

What song by Mariah Carey influenced her?

Vision of Love

Beyoncé names Michael Jackson as her major musical influence.

Who is Beyoncé's biggest musical influence?

Michael Jackson

Beyoncé names Michael Jackson as her major musical influence.

What was Beyoncé's first concert?

Michael Jackson

" She admires Diana Ross as an "all-around entertainer" and Whitney Houston, who she said "inspired me to get up there and do what she did.

Who does Beyoncé feel is an all-around entertainer?

Diana Ross

" She admires Diana Ross as an "all-around entertainer" and Whitney Houston, who she said "inspired me to get up there and do what she did.

Who does she credit for the inspiration to "get up there and do what she did"?

Whitney Houston

" She credits Mariah Carey's singing and her song "Vision of Love" as influencing her to begin practicing vocal runs as a child.

What song caused Beyoncé to practice runs as a child?

Vision of Love

The feminism and female empowerment themes on Beyoncé's second solo album B'Day were inspired by her role in Dreamgirls and by singer Josephine Baker.

What themes were influenced by her acting role in Dreamgirls?

feminism and female empowerment

The feminism and female empowerment themes on Beyoncé's second solo album B'Day were inspired by her role in Dreamgirls and by singer Josephine Baker.

Which singer did Beyonce honor by entertaining with her song "Deja Vu"?

Josephine Baker

Sasha Fierce was inspired by Jay Z and especially by Etta James, whose "boldness" inspired Beyoncé to explore other musical genres and styles.

Who motivated Beyonce to explore other areas of music?

Etta James

The feminism and female empowerment themes on Beyoncé's second solo album B'Day were inspired by her role in Dreamgirls and by singer Josephine Baker.

What movie influenced Beyonce towards empowerment themes?

Dreamgirls

Sasha Fierce was inspired by Jay Z and especially by Etta James, whose "boldness" inspired Beyoncé to explore other musical genres and styles.

How did Etta James influence her?

boldness

Beyoncé paid homage to Baker by performing "Déjà Vu" at the 2006 Fashion Rocks concert wearing Baker's trademark mini-hula skirt embellished with fake bananas.

Where did she perform wearing Baker's hula skirt?

2006 Fashion Rocks concert

The feminism and female empowerment themes on Beyoncé's second solo album B'Day were inspired by her role in Dreamgirls and by singer Josephine Baker. Beyoncé paid homage to Baker by performing "Déjà Vu" at the 2006 Fashion Rocks concert wearing Baker's trademark mini-hula skirt embellished with fake bananas.

What singer inspired Beyoncé's B'Day album?

Josephine Baker.

Beyoncé paid homage to Baker by performing "Déjà Vu" at the 2006 Fashion Rocks concert wearing Baker's trademark mini-hula skirt embellished with fake bananas.

What song did Beyoncé sing at a 2006 concert to honor Josephine Baker?

Déjà Vu

Beyoncé has stated that she is personally inspired by US First Lady Michelle Obama, saying "She proves you can do it all" and she has described Oprah Winfrey as "the definition of inspiration and a strong woman".

Beyonce has noted which first lady with saying "She proves you can do it all"?

Michelle Obama

In February 2013, Beyoncé said that Madonna inspired her to take control of her own career.

Which month and year did Beyonce credit Madonna for inspiring her to take control of her career?

February 2013

Beyoncé has stated that she is personally inspired by US First Lady Michelle Obama, saying "She proves you can do it all" and she has described Oprah Winfrey as "the definition of inspiration and a strong woman".

Beyonce has said that who embodies the "definition of inspiration and a strong woman"?

Oprah Winfrey

Beyoncé has stated that she is personally inspired by US First Lady Michelle Obama, saying "She proves you can do it all" and she has described Oprah Winfrey as "the definition of inspiration and a strong woman".

Who personally influences Beyonce?

Michelle Obama

Beyoncé has stated that she is personally inspired by US First Lady Michelle Obama, saying "She proves you can do it all" and she has described Oprah Winfrey as "the definition of inspiration and a strong woman".

Hoe does she describe Oprah Winfrey?

a strong woman

he is lyrical and raw".

How does she describe Jean- Michel Basquiat?

lyrical and raw

In February 2013, Beyoncé said that Madonna inspired her to take control of her own career.

How does Madonna influence her?

to take control of her own career

She has also discussed how Jay Z is a continuing inspiration to her, both with what she describes as his lyrical genius and in the obstacles he has overcome in his life.

How does she describe Jay Z?

continuing inspiration

Beyoncé has stated that she is personally inspired by US First Lady Michelle Obama, saying "She proves you can do it all" and she has described Oprah Winfrey as "the definition of inspiration and a strong woman".

Who inspires Beyoncé because "she does it all?"

First Lady Michelle Obama

Beyoncé has stated that she is personally inspired by US First Lady Michelle Obama, saying "She proves you can do it all" and she has described Oprah Winfrey as "the definition of inspiration and a strong woman".

Who does Beyoncé describe as the definition of inspiration?

Oprah Winfrey

Beyoncé has expressed admiration for the artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, posting in a letter "what I find in the work of Jean-Michel Basquiat, I search for in every day in music.

Who does Beyoncé describe as lyrical and raw?

Jean-Michel Basquiat

In February 2013, Beyoncé said that Madonna inspired her to take control of her own career.

Who inspired Beyoncé to take control of her career?

Madonna

In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists.

Beyonce had an all-female tour band whose name was what?

Suga Mama

Her background singers, The Mamas, consist of Montina Cooper-Donnell, Crystal Collins and Tiffany Moniqué Riddick.

Beyonce had singers in the background known by the name as?

The Mamas

Her background singers, The Mamas, consist of Montina Cooper-Donnell, Crystal Collins and Tiffany Moniqué Riddick.

The Mamas members included which 3 musicians?

Montina Cooper-Donnell, Crystal Collins and Tiffany Moniqué Riddick

In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists.

The Mamas first appearance was when?

2006

In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists.

What band did Beyonce introduce in 2006?

Suga Mama

In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists.

What song name does the band Suga Mama and a song on the B'Day album share?

Suga Mama

They made their debut appearance at the 2006 BET Awards and re-appeared in the music videos for "Irreplaceable" and "Green Light".

Where did Suga Mama band make their first appearance?

2006 BET Awards

In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists.

What band supports Beyonce in her tours?

Suga Mama

In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists.

What is the name of Beyoncé's female tour band?

Suga Mama

In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists.

Suga Mama is also a song on which Beyoncé album?

B'Day

Her background singers, The Mamas, consist of Montina Cooper-Donnell, Crystal Collins and Tiffany Moniqué Riddick.

What are Beyoncé's backup singers called?

The Mamas

They made their debut appearance at the 2006 BET Awards and re-appeared in the music videos for "Irreplaceable" and "Green Light".

When did The Mamas make their debut?

the 2006 BET Awards

Beyoncé has received praise for her stage presence and voice during live performances.

What characteristics has Beyonce received acclaim for?

stage presence and voice

" The ex-President of Def Jam L.A. Reid has described Beyoncé as the greatest entertainer alive.

Which former president of Def Jam called Beyonce the greatest entertainer alive?

L.A. Reid

Beyoncé has received praise for her stage presence and voice during live performances.

For what does Beyonce receive praise?

stage presence

Jarett Wieselman of the New York Post placed her at number one on her list of the Five Best Singer/Dancers.

Who chose her as number one on his list of Best singers/ Dancers?

Jarett Wieselman

Reid has described Beyoncé as the greatest entertainer alive.

How has L.A. Reid described her?

greatest entertainer alive

According to Barbara Ellen of The Guardian Beyoncé is the most in-charge female artist she's seen onstage, while Alice Jones of The Independent wrote she "takes her role as entertainer so seriously she's almost too good.

How does Alice Jones describe her?

she's almost too good

Jarett Wieselman of the New York Post placed her at number one on her list of the Five Best Singer/Dancers.

Who has Beyoncé at number one on her Five Best Singer/Dancers?

Jarett Wieselman

" The ex-President of Def Jam L.A. Reid has described Beyoncé as the greatest entertainer alive.

Who has said that Beyoncé is the best entertainer alive?

L.A. Reid

Described as being "sexy, seductive and provocative" when performing on stage, Beyoncé has said that she originally created the alter ego "Sasha Fierce" to keep that stage persona separate from who she really is.

Beyonce self proclaimed alter ego is named what?

Sasha Fierce

" Sasha was conceived during the making of "Crazy in Love", and Beyoncé introduced her with the release of her 2008 album I Am.

Her alter ego was born when according to Beyonce?

making of "Crazy in Love"

In February 2010, she announced in an interview with Allure magazine that she was comfortable enough with herself to no longer need Sasha Fierce.

What year did Beyonce do away with Sasha Fierce?

2010

However, Beyoncé announced in May 2012 that she would bring her back for her Revel Presents: Beyoncé Live shows later that month.

Beyonce brought back Sasha Fierce during which event?

Revel Presents: Beyoncé Live

She described Sasha as being "too aggressive, too strong, too sassy [and] too sexy", stating, "I'm not like her in real life at all.

How does she describe Sasha?

too aggressive, too strong

However, Beyoncé announced in May 2012 that she would bring her back for her Revel Presents: Beyoncé Live shows later that month.

Later what did she say about Sasha?

she would bring her back

Sasha Fierce. In February 2010, she announced in an interview with Allure magazine that she was comfortable enough with herself to no longer need Sasha Fierce.

What is the name of Beyoncé's alter ego?

Sasha Fierce.

" Sasha was conceived during the making of "Crazy in Love", and Beyoncé introduced her with the release of her 2008 album I Am.

When did Beyoncé introduce Sasha Fierce?

2008

" Sasha was conceived during the making of "Crazy in Love", and Beyoncé introduced her with the release of her 2008 album I Am.

Sasha Fierce was created during the making of what song?

Crazy in Love

In February 2010, she announced in an interview with Allure magazine that she was comfortable enough with herself to no longer need Sasha Fierce.

Who did Beyoncé tell in February 2010 that Sasha Fierce was no longer needed?

Allure magazine

Beyoncé has been described as a having a wide-ranging sex appeal, with music journalist Touré writing that since the release of Dangerously in Love, she has "become a crossover sex symbol".

Beyonce's sex appeal is characterized as what?

wide-ranging

Beyoncé has been described as a having a wide-ranging sex appeal, with music journalist Touré writing that since the release of Dangerously in Love, she has "become a crossover sex symbol".

Which music journalist described Beyonce as a "crossover sex symbol?"

Touré

" Due to her curves and the term's catchiness, in the 2000s, the media often used the term "Bootylicious" (a portmanteau of the words booty and delicious) to describe Beyoncé, the term popularized by Destiny's Child's single of the same name.

Which word spawned from a term used to describe Beyonce in 2006?

Bootylicious

" Due to her curves and the term's catchiness, in the 2000s, the media often used the term "Bootylicious" (a portmanteau of the words booty and delicious) to describe Beyoncé, the term popularized by Destiny's Child's single of the same name.

Bootylicious was a song from which act that Beyonce performed with?

Destiny's Child

" Due to her curves and the term's catchiness, in the 2000s, the media often used the term "Bootylicious" (a portmanteau of the words booty and delicious) to describe Beyoncé, the term popularized by Destiny's Child's single of the same name.

Oxford Dictionary added which word from the 2000s dedicated to Beyonce?

Bootylicious

" Due to her curves and the term's catchiness, in the 2000s, the media often used the term "Bootylicious" (a portmanteau of the words booty and delicious) to describe Beyoncé, the term popularized by Destiny's Child's single of the same name.

What word is often used to describe Beyonce/

Bootylicious

In 2006, it was added to the Oxford English Dictionary.

When was the term added to the dictionary?

2006

Beyoncé has been described as a having a wide-ranging sex appeal, with music journalist Touré writing that since the release of Dangerously in Love, she has "become a crossover sex symbol".

What journalist wrote that Beyoncé was a "sex symbol"?

Touré

" Due to her curves and the term's catchiness, in the 2000s, the media often used the term "Bootylicious" (a portmanteau of the words booty and delicious) to describe Beyoncé, the term popularized by Destiny's Child's single of the same name.

Because of Beyoncé's physical shape, what slang term has been used to describe her?

Bootylicious

In 2006, it was added to the Oxford English Dictionary.

In what year was the slang term from a title of a Destiny's Child song that is also used to describe Beyoncé put in the dictionary?

2006

Offstage Beyoncé says that while she likes to dress sexily, her onstage dress "is absolutely for the stage.

How does Beyoncé say she likes to dress off-stage?

sexily