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80's Music Trivia #2

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Question 1

What popular movie soundtrack featured Deniece Williams' 'Let's Hear It For The Boy'?

A) Dirty Dancing

B) Footloose

C) Flashdance

D) Fame

  • B) Footloose

Question 2

Tiffany's cover of 'I Think We're Alone Now' became a huge hit in the 1980s. What notable strategy did Tiffany use to promote the song that was unusual at the time?

A) Performing in shopping malls

B) Skywriting the lyrics above cities

C) Hosting a televised dance competition

D) Releasing it exclusively on a videogame platform

  • A) Performing in shopping malls

Question 3

Culture Club's 'Karma Chameleon' is a staple of the 80s pop scene. What makes 'Karma Chameleon' notable in Culture Club's history?

A) It was their first single

B) It was their only song to reach No.1 in the US

C) It won a Grammy for Song of the Year

D) It was the last song they performed live

  • B) It was their only song to reach No.1 in the US

Question 4

Frankie Goes to Hollywood's 'Relax' stirred controversy upon its release. What controversial move boosted 'Relax's fame in the UK?

A) An explicit music video

B) Being banned by the BBC

C) Publicly criticizing the government

D) A notorious live performance

  • B) Being banned by the BBC

Question 5

Robert Palmer's 'Simply Irresistible' is known for its iconic music video. What is a distinctive feature of the video?

A) Underwater dance sequences

B) The use of identical models

C) Animation blended with live-action

D) Filmed in a single take

  • B) The use of identical models

Question 6

George Michael's "Faith" was a significant single from his solo career. What unique distinction does "Faith" hold in George Michael's discography?

A) It was his first solo single to reach No. 1 in the U.S.

B) It was the last song he performed live

C) It won the most awards of any of his singles

D) It was the first song he produced entirely on his own

  • A) It was his first solo single to reach No. 1 in the U.S.

Question 7

Madonna's 'Like A Prayer' album marked a significant evolution in her music and image. What notable achievement does the title track, "Like A Prayer," hold in Madonna's career?

A) It was her first single to incorporate religious themes

B) It was the first Madonna song to feature a full choir

C) It marked her first collaboration with Prince

D) It was Madonna's first song to be used in a major commercial campaign

  • D) It was Madonna's first song to be used in a major commercial campaign

    "Like A Prayer" was notably used in a major commercial campaign with Pepsi, marking one of the first times a pop star of Madonna's caliber had been involved in such a significant marketing move, though the commercial was quickly pulled amidst the controversy surrounding the song's music video.

Question 8

Toni Basil's 'Mickey' became an international cheerleading anthem. What is notable about the song 'Mickey' in relation to Toni Basil's career?

A) It was her only top 40 hit

B) It was the first song she ever wrote

C) It was originally a ballad before becoming upbeat

D) It was the last song she performed live

  • A) It was her only top 40 hit

Question 9

Real Life's 'Send Me An Angel' is an 80s synth-pop classic. In what year was 'Send Me An Angel' originally released?

A) 1981

B) 1983

C) 1985

D) 1989

  • B) 1983

Question 10

"The Final Countdown" by Europe is widely recognized for its epic sound and global appeal. How long did the keyboardist of Europe, Mic Michaeli, reportedly hold onto the iconic keyboard riff before the band used it in "The Final Countdown"?

A) A few weeks

B) Six months

C) Two years

D) Five years

  • D) Five years

Question 11

Toto's 'Africa' is an enduring soft rock classic. What inspired Toto's 'Africa'?

A) A documentary about African wildlife

B) A band member's trip to Africa

C) An article about the Sahel drought

D) The band's love for African rhythms

  • C) An article about the Sahel drought

Question 12

"Blister in the Sun" by Violent Femmes is an iconic track known for its upbeat tempo and catchy lyrics. What is notable about the recording technique of "Blister in the Sun" that makes it unique?

A) It was recorded in a single live take

B) It utilizes a reversed audio effect

C) The vocals were recorded without any amplification

D) It was one of the first songs to use a drum machine

  • A) It was recorded in a single live take

Question 13

The Eurythmics' "Sweet Dreams" is renowned for its electronic sound and enduring popularity. What was a significant milestone achieved by "Sweet Dreams" in terms of its chart success?

A) It was the first British synth-pop song to reach No.1 in the U.S.

B) It remained at the top of the European charts for over a year

C) It was the Eurythmics' first song to enter the top 10 in multiple countries

D) It became the most remixed song of the decade

  • A) It was the first British synth-pop song to reach No.1 in the U.S.

Question 14

Belinda Carlisle's 'Heaven Is a Place On Earth' was a major hit of the late 80s. What achievement did the song garner?

A) It was her first solo No.1 hit

B) It won a Grammy Award

C) It was used as the theme for a popular TV show

D) It was the first video played on MTV Europe

  • A) It was her first solo No.1 hit

Question 15

Twisted Sister's 'We're Not Gonna Take It' became an anthem of rebellion. What is a significant aspect of 'We're Not Gonna Take It's' legacy related to Twisted Sister?

A) It's the band's only acoustic song

B) It led to a parental advisory campaign

C) It was banned in several countries

D) It was the last song they played live

  • B) It led to a parental advisory campaign