Question 1
Nena's "99 Red Balloons" was originally recorded in which language?
A) English
B) German
C) French
D) Spanish
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B) German
Question 2
"Another One Bites The Dust" by Queen became popular in a music genre outside of rock. Which genre embraced this song?
A) Disco
B) Country
C) Hip-Hop
D) Jazz
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A) Disco
Question 3
Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean" was a groundbreaking song for several reasons. What was a significant first that occurred during a live performance of this song?
A) First live broadcast to a global audience
B) First use of a wireless microphone
C) Debut of the moonwalk dance move
D) Introduction of digital sound mixing
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C) Debut of the moonwalk dance move
Question 4
Billy Ocean's "Caribbean Queen" won a Grammy Award in what category?
A) Best Male Pop Vocal Performance
B) Best Male R&B Vocal Performance
C) Record of the Year
D) Song of the Year
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B) Best Male R&B Vocal Performance
Question 5
Journey's "Don't Stop Believin'" gained renewed popularity after being featured in the finale of which iconic TV series?
A) Friends
B) The Sopranos
C) Seinfeld
D) Breaking Bad
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B) The Sopranos
Question 6
Billy Ocean's "Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car" was featured in the soundtrack of which 1980s movie?
A) Beverly Hills Cop II
B) The Breakfast Club
C) License to Drive
D) Back to the Future
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C) License to Drive
Question 7
The Fine Young Cannibals, known for their hit "Good Thing," had a distinctive sound that set them apart in the 1980s. Which genre of music, unusual for pop bands of that era, did they often incorporate into their songs?
A) Jazz
B) Reggae
C) Soul
D) Classical
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C) Soul
Question 8
Eric Carmen's "Hungry Eyes" is most famously associated with which blockbuster movie soundtrack?
A) Flashdance
B) Dirty Dancing
C) Footloose
D) Top Gun
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B) Dirty Dancing
Question 9
Phil Collins' "In The Air Tonight" is known for its iconic drum solo. Collins was also a member of which famous rock band?
A) Genesis
B) Pink Floyd
C) The Eagles
D) Led Zeppelin
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A) Genesis
Question 10
Rick Springfield, who sang "Jessie's Girl," had a recurring role on which popular American soap opera during the same period?
A) General Hospital
B) The Young and the Restless
C) Days of Our Lives
D) As the World Turns
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A) General Hospital
Question 11
David Lee Roth embarked on a successful solo career after being the lead singer of which famous rock band?
A) Van Halen
B) Aerosmith
C) Guns N' Roses
D) AC/DC
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A) Van Halen
Question 12
Dire Straits' "Money for Nothing" was notable for its innovative music video. What was distinctive about this video in the early era of MTV?
A) It was the one of first to use computer-generated imagery
B) It featured cameo appearances by famous actors
C) It was filmed in a single continuous shot
D) It included live concert footage
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A) It was one of the first to use computer-generated imagery
Question 13
Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up" became famous again years after its release due to what internet phenomenon?
A) Memes
B) Viral dance challenge
C) Flash mobs
D) Rickrolling
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D) Rickrolling
Question 14
Corey Hart's "Sunglasses At Night" is known for its unique style. Hart is from which country, notable for its influence on his music career?
A) United States
B) Canada
C) United Kingdom
D) Australia
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B) Canada
Question 15
Katrina and The Waves' "Walking On Sunshine" is known for its upbeat and joyful sound. The band achieved another significant milestone when they won a major international music contest. What was the contest?
A) Eurovision Song Contest
B) MTV Video Music Awards
C) Grammy Awards
D) American Music Awards
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A) Eurovision Song Contest