Bell Biv DeVoe quizzes
Bell Biv DeVoe (BBD) are an influential R&B and new jack swing trio made up of Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins, and Ronnie DeVoe, best known for their breakout 1990 hit "Poison." Their innovative blend of hip-hop beats and soulful vocals continues to inspire contemporary R&B artists and fans worldwide.
Did You Know?
Bell Biv DeVoe released a follow-up album titled Hootie Mack in 1993, showing a grittier, more hip-hop–influenced direction after the success of Poison.
Practice Questions
Q:When was Bell Biv DeVoe formed?
A:Bell Biv DeVoe formed in 1989.
After New Edition’s temporary split, members Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins, and Ronnie DeVoe created Bell Biv DeVoe in 1989 to explore a more street-oriented sound blending R&B, hip-hop, and pop.
Q:Who are the members of Bell Biv DeVoe?
A:Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins, and Ronnie DeVoe.
All three artists came from the legendary R&B group New Edition and formed a trio to innovate a distinctive sound that helped define the New Jack Swing movement of the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Bell Biv DeVoe Fact Sheet
| Inception | Formed in Boston, Massachusetts in 1989. |
| Members | Ricky Bell, Ronnie DeVoe |
| Top Albums | Poison (1990), Hootie Mack (1993), BBD (2001), Three Stripes (2017). |
| Top Songs | Poison (1990), Do Me! (1990), poison. (1990), When Will I See You Smile Again? (1990), B.B.D. (I Thought It Was Me)? (1990), Dope! (1990), I Do Need You (1990), Something In Your Eyes (1993), Let Me Know Something?! (1990), Ain't Nut'in' Changed! (1990). |
| Billboard Hot 100 | 3 Top-10 Hits |
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