What Do You Know About Breakup Songs?
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Which of the following is odd?
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"Forget You" by Cee Lo Green
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"Don't Speak" by No Doubt
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"You Oughta Know" by Alanis Morissette
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"Some Type of Love" by Charlie Puth
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Breakups are often awful and a sad occurrence. It's always a bad thing to say goodbye to someone you've spent months or years with. Musicians being the human that they are aren't saved from this experience and many of them have released breakup songs over the years. This test, however, is to ascertain that you do have knowledge of breakup See moresongs.
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Which of the following is odd?
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"I Will Always Love You" by Whitney Houston
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"Love Story" by Fearless
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"Remember When" by Alan Jackson
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"Nothing Compares 2 U" by Sinead O'Connor
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A. "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Sinead O'ConnorExplanation
The given options are all song titles, and the odd one out is "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Sinead O'Connor. This is because the other three options are titles of songs that have the word "love" in them, while "Nothing Compares 2 U" does not.Rate this question:
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Who's "You're So Vain" about?
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Emily James
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Josephine Adams
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Cat Stevens
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No one knows
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A. No one knowsExplanation
The song "You're So Vain" by Carly Simon has been subject to much speculation about who it is actually about. Carly Simon has never publicly revealed the true identity of the person the song is directed towards, leading to the answer that no one knows for sure. This mystery has only added to the intrigue and popularity of the song over the years.Rate this question:
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Which of the following had a hit with "I Heard It Through The Grapevine"?
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The Pips
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Gladys Knight
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Marvin Gaye
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The Beatles
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A. Marvin GayeExplanation
Marvin Gaye had a hit with "I Heard It Through The Grapevine." This song was originally recorded by Gladys Knight & The Pips, but Marvin Gaye's version became more popular and successful, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Marvin Gaye's soulful and emotive rendition of the song resonated with audiences, making it one of his most iconic and memorable hits.Rate this question:
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"Loving you/Isn't the right thing to do/How can I ever change things/That I feel." Fleetwood Mac had the above lyrics in which song?
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Dreams
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Landslide
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Go Your Own Way
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The Chain
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A. Go Your Own WayExplanation
The correct answer is "Go Your Own Way". The lyrics provided in the question are the opening lines of the song "Go Your Own Way" by Fleetwood Mac.Rate this question:
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In "I Will Survive", which of the following depicts most Gloria Gaynor's mood?
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Regret
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Sadness
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Longing
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Disbelief
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A. RegretExplanation
The correct answer is regret because in the song "I Will Survive," Gloria Gaynor sings about a past relationship and expresses regret for allowing herself to be mistreated. She reflects on the mistakes she made and the pain she experienced, but ultimately finds strength and determination to move on. The lyrics convey a sense of regret for the past, but also empowerment and resilience.Rate this question:
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Which of the following sang "You've Lost That Lovin' feelin'?"
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Michael Jackson
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Aretha Franklin
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The Righteous Brothers
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Prince
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A. The Righteous BrothersExplanation
The correct answer is The Righteous Brothers. The song "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'" was originally recorded by The Righteous Brothers in 1964. It became a huge hit and is considered one of the greatest songs of all time. The song was written by Barry Mann, Phil Spector, and Cynthia Weil, and it showcases the powerful vocals and harmonies of The Righteous Brothers.Rate this question:
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Cee Lo Green's message in "Forget You" was for who?
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His ex's new man
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His ex
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A & B
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None of the above
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A. A & BExplanation
In the song "Forget You" by Cee Lo Green, the message is directed towards both his ex's new man and his ex. The lyrics express his frustration and resentment towards both of them, as he is unable to forget about his ex and move on from their relationship. Therefore, the correct answer is A & B.Rate this question:
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Who sang "How Can You Mend a Broken Heart"?
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Aretha Franklin
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The Beatles
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Red Hot Chili Pepper
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Al Green
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A. Al GreenExplanation
Al Green is the correct answer because he is known for singing the song "How Can You Mend a Broken Heart." Al Green is a soul singer who gained popularity in the 1970s with his smooth and emotional vocals. He is renowned for his soulful ballads, and "How Can You Mend a Broken Heart" is one of his most famous songs. The song was originally recorded by the Bee Gees, but Al Green's version became a hit and is widely recognized as his signature song.Rate this question:
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"It's Too Late" is majorly related with which of the following?
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Piano
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Saxophone
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Guitar
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All of the above
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A. SaxophoneExplanation
"It's Too Late" is a song by Carole King that was released in 1971. The song features a prominent saxophone solo, which has become one of the most recognizable parts of the track. The saxophone adds a soulful and melodic element to the song, enhancing its emotional impact. Therefore, "It's Too Late" is majorly related to the saxophone.Rate this question:
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