1.
Van Morrison has a famous hit song about a girl with what colored eyes?
Correct Answer
B. Brown
Explanation
Van Morrison has a famous hit song called "Brown Eyed Girl," which is about a girl with brown eyes. The song has become one of his most popular and iconic songs, making "brown" the correct answer.
2.
What nationality is Van Morrison?
Correct Answer
C. Irish
Explanation
Van Morrison is Irish because he was born and raised in Northern Ireland. He is widely known for his contributions to Irish music and his distinct musical style, which incorporates elements of rock, blues, and soul. Morrison's Irish heritage is also reflected in many of his songs, which often draw inspiration from Irish folklore and culture.
3.
Which Van Morrison song was censored in 1967?
Correct Answer
C. Brown-Eyed Girl
Explanation
"Brown-Eyed Girl" is the correct answer because it was indeed censored in 1967. The song was initially recorded with the line "making love in the green grass" but was changed to "laughin' and a-runnin', hey hey" to appease radio stations who found the original lyrics too suggestive. This censorship led to the song becoming a huge hit and a signature song for Van Morrison.
4.
What year did Van Morrison have the hit single "Brown Eyed Girl" on Bang?
Correct Answer
B. 1967
Explanation
In 1967, Van Morrison had the hit single "Brown Eyed Girl" on Bang.
5.
What is Van Morrison's birth name?
Correct Answer
A. George
Explanation
Van Morrison's birth name is George.
6.
What Van Morrison album contains a song called "Cleaning Windows"?
Correct Answer
C. Beautiful Vision
Explanation
The correct answer is Beautiful Vision. Beautiful Vision is an album by Van Morrison that includes the song "Cleaning Windows".
7.
What nickname have Van Morrison's fans given to him?
Correct Answer
A. Van The Man
Explanation
Van Morrison's fans have given him the nickname "Van The Man" because it is a play on his first name and reflects his status as a highly respected and influential musician. The nickname also conveys a sense of familiarity and affection that his fans have for him.
8.
Which one of these music greats has Van Morrison appeared on an album with?
Correct Answer
B. John Lee Hooker
Explanation
Van Morrison has appeared on an album with John Lee Hooker.
9.
What song did Van Morrison sing when he appeared in the concert film The Last Waltz?
Correct Answer
A. Caravan
Explanation
Van Morrison sang the song "Caravan" when he appeared in the concert film The Last Waltz.
10.
What group backed up Van Morrison on his double live album, "It's Too Late To Stop Now"?
Correct Answer
D. The Caledonia Soul Orchestra
Explanation
The correct answer is The Caledonia Soul Orchestra. The Caledonia Soul Orchestra was the group that backed up Van Morrison on his double live album, "It's Too Late To Stop Now".
11.
Van Morrison was invited to which President's inauguration but declined?
Correct Answer
D. George W. Bush
Explanation
Van Morrison declined an invitation to George W. Bush's inauguration.
12.
Which album did Van Morrison release on the Jazz label Blue Note Records?
Correct Answer
D. What's Wrong With This Picture?
Explanation
Van Morrison released the album "What's Wrong With This Picture?" on the Jazz label Blue Note Records.
13.
Which influential musician inducted Van Morrison into the Songwriters Hall of Fame?
Correct Answer
C. Ray Charles
Explanation
Ray Charles was an influential musician who inducted Van Morrison into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
14.
Van Morrison had a famously torrid relationship with a sister of this rock legend?
Correct Answer
C. Jerry Lee Lewis
Explanation
Van Morrison had a famously torrid relationship with Jerry Lee Lewis' sister.
15.
Van Morrison appears on a stamp in what country?
Correct Answer
B. Ireland
Explanation
Van Morrison, a renowned musician, is from Northern Ireland. Therefore, it is fitting that he appears on a stamp in his home country.