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    Who recorded the hit single "I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)" in 1987?

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    • Dion
    • Aretha Franklin &George Michael
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  • 2. 

    Who recorded the hit single "It's No Crime" in 1989?

    • Glen Campbell

    • Total

    • Eddie Kendricks

    • Babyface

    Correct Answer
    A. Babyface
    Explanation
    Babyface recorded the hit single "It's No Crime" in 1989.

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  • 3. 

    Who put out the hit single "Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover" in 1992?

    • Who

    • Sophie B. Hawkins

    • Gary Wright

    • Gary U.S. Bonds

    Correct Answer
    A. Sophie B. Hawkins
    Explanation
    Sophie B. Hawkins put out the hit single "Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover" in 1992.

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  • 4. 

    Who recorded the hit single "Two Steps Behind" (from "Last Action Hero") in 1993?

    • Def Leppard

    • Harry Chapin

    • Bonnie Tyler

    • Gary U.S. Bonds

    Correct Answer
    A. Def Leppard
    Explanation
    Def Leppard recorded the hit single "Two Steps Behind" in 1993. This British rock band gained popularity in the 1980s and 1990s with their melodic hard rock sound. The song "Two Steps Behind" was featured in the soundtrack of the film "Last Action Hero" and became a successful single for the band. Def Leppard's distinctive vocals and guitar-driven sound make them a recognizable and influential band in the rock genre.

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  • 5. 

    Who had the hit single "Escape (The Pina Colada Song)" in 1980?

    • Alanis Morissette

    • Rupert Holmes

    • Kid Rock

    • Bobby Brown

    Correct Answer
    A. Rupert Holmes
    Explanation
    Rupert Holmes had the hit single "Escape (The Pina Colada Song)" in 1980. Alanis Morissette, Kid Rock, and Bobby Brown are not associated with this song.

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  • 6. 

    Who had the hit single "You Should Hear How She Talks About You" in 1982?

    • Melissa Manchester

    • Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers

    • Jimmy Ray

    • Dishwalla

    Correct Answer
    A. Melissa Manchester
    Explanation
    Melissa Manchester had the hit single "You Should Hear How She Talks About You" in 1982.

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  • 7. 

    Who had the hit single "Love's Been A Little Bit Hard On Me" in 1982?

    • Sam Cooke

    • Mark Lindsay

    • Cher

    • Juice Newton

    Correct Answer
    A. Juice Newton
    Explanation
    Juice Newton had the hit single "Love's Been A Little Bit Hard On Me" in 1982.

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  • 8. 

    Who recorded the hit single "Why Do Fools Fall In Love? in 1982?

    • Jerry Reed

    • Diana Ross

    • Faith Evans Featuring Puff Daddy

    • Ernie Maresca

    Correct Answer
    A. Diana Ross
    Explanation
    Diana Ross recorded the hit single "Why Do Fools Fall In Love?" in 1982. This information is not explicitly mentioned in the question, but it is implied that the correct answer is the person or group who actually recorded the song.

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  • 9. 

    Who had the hit single "Comin' In And Out Of Your Life" in 1982?

    • Horst Jankowski

    • Johnny Tillotson

    • Wings

    • Barbra Streisand

    Correct Answer
    A. Barbra Streisand
    Explanation
    Barbra Streisand had the hit single "Comin' In And Out Of Your Life" in 1982.

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  • 10. 

    Who released the hit single "Tonight I Celebrate My Love" in 1983?

    • R.E.M.

    • Sergio Mendes & Brail 66

    • Usher

    • Peabo Bryson & Roberta Flack

    Correct Answer
    A. Peabo Bryson & Roberta Flack
    Explanation
    Peabo Bryson & Roberta Flack released the hit single "Tonight I Celebrate My Love" in 1983. This song became popular and was a successful collaboration between the two artists.

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  • 11. 

    Who recorded the hit single "Twist Of Fate" in 1984?

    • Usher

    • TLC

    • Olivia Newton-John

    • B.J. Thomas

    Correct Answer
    A. Olivia Newton-John
    Explanation
    Olivia Newton-John recorded the hit single "Twist Of Fate" in 1984.

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  • 12. 

    Who recorded the hit single "You Give Good Love" in 1985?

    • Faith Evans Featuring Puff Daddy

    • Groove Theory

    • Whitney Houston

    • Aretha Franklin

    Correct Answer
    A. Whitney Houston
    Explanation
    Whitney Houston recorded the hit single "You Give Good Love" in 1985. She was known for her powerful and soulful voice, and this song showcased her vocal talent. Houston's rendition of the song became a huge success and helped establish her as a prominent figure in the music industry.

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  • 13. 

    Who recorded the hit single "Sweet Freedom" (Theme from "Running Scared") in 1986?

    • Paula Cole

    • Next

    • Air Supply

    • Michael Mcdonald

    Correct Answer
    A. Michael Mcdonald
    Explanation
    Michael McDonald recorded the hit single "Sweet Freedom" (Theme from "Running Scared") in 1986.

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  • 14. 

    Who put out the hit single "Keep Your Hands To Yourself" in 1987?

    • Georgia Satellites

    • Yardbirds

    • Bonnie Tyler

    • Animals

    Correct Answer
    A. Georgia Satellites
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Georgia Satellites. In 1987, Georgia Satellites released the hit single "Keep Your Hands To Yourself". This song became their biggest hit and reached the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The Georgia Satellites were an American rock band known for their Southern rock sound, and this song showcased their energetic and catchy style.

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  • 15. 

    Who recorded the hit single "Kissing A Fool" in 1988?

    • Pointer Sisters

    • Daryl Hall & John Oates

    • Boyz II Men

    • George Michael

    Correct Answer
    A. George Michael
    Explanation
    George Michael recorded the hit single "Kissing A Fool" in 1988.

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  • 16. 

    Who recorded the hit single "I Still Believe" in 1988?

    • Brenda K. Starr

    • Vanilla Fudge

    • Lil' Mo Featuring Fabolous

    • Marvin Gaye

    Correct Answer
    A. Brenda K. Starr
    Explanation
    Brenda K. Starr recorded the hit single "I Still Believe" in 1988.

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  • 17. 

    Who put out the hit single "Baby, I Love Your Way/Firebird Medley" in 1989?

    • Animals

    • Dick & Deedee

    • Rita Coolidge

    • Will To Power

    Correct Answer
    A. Will To Power
    Explanation
    Will To Power is the correct answer because they released the hit single "Baby, I Love Your Way/Firebird Medley" in 1989. The other options, Animals, Dick & Deedee, and Rita Coolidge, did not release this particular hit single in that year.

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  • 18. 

    Who recorded the hit single "Take This Heart" in 1992?

    • Aretha Franklin

    • The Rolling Stones

    • Randy Newman

    • Richard Marx

    Correct Answer
    A. Richard Marx
    Explanation
    Richard Marx recorded the hit single "Take This Heart" in 1992.

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  • 19. 

    Who recorded the hit single "Sweetheart" in 1981?

    • Franke & The Knockouts

    • Luke Featuring No Good But So Good

    • ABBA

    • The Proclaimers

    Correct Answer
    A. Franke & The Knockouts
    Explanation
    Franke & The Knockouts recorded the hit single "Sweetheart" in 1981.

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  • 20. 

    Who put out the hit single "All She Wants To Do Is Dance" in 1985?

    • Genesis

    • Tony Joe White

    • Bee Gees

    • Don Henley

    Correct Answer
    A. Don Henley
    Explanation
    Don Henley put out the hit single "All She Wants To Do Is Dance" in 1985.

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  • 21. 

    Who recorded the hit single "If You Leave" in 1986?

    • Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark

    • Paul McCartney

    • Cliff Richard

    • Natalie Merchant

    Correct Answer
    A. Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
    Explanation
    The hit single "If You Leave" was recorded in 1986 by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark.

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  • 22. 

    Who recorded the hit "Heart And Soul" in 1987?

    • Earth, Wind & Fire

    • Heavy D

    • Marvin Gaye

    • T'pau

    Correct Answer
    A. T'pau
    Explanation
    T'pau recorded the hit "Heart And Soul" in 1987.

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  • 23. 

    Who recorded the hit single "I'll Always Love You" in 1988?

    • Kingston Trio

    • TLC

    • Whitney Houston & Mariah Carey

    • Taylor Dayne

    Correct Answer
    A. Taylor Dayne
    Explanation
    Taylor Dayne recorded the hit single "I'll Always Love You" in 1988. This song was included in her debut album "Tell It to My Heart" and became her breakthrough hit, reaching the top ten on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. While Whitney Houston also recorded a popular song titled "I Will Always Love You," it was released in 1992 and is a different song from the one mentioned in the question. Mariah Carey, Kingston Trio, and TLC are not associated with the recording of this particular hit single.

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  • 24. 

    Who put out the hit single "I Don't Wanna Go On With You Like That" in 1988?

    • Elton John

    • Dave Matthews Band

    • Cher

    • Cheap Trick

    Correct Answer
    A. Elton John
    Explanation
    Elton John put out the hit single "I Don't Wanna Go On With You Like That" in 1988.

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  • 25. 

    Who released the hit single, "Everything Your Heart Desire", in 1988?

    • Cat Stevens

    • Bachman-Turner Overdrive

    • Daryl Hall & John Oates

    • New Seekers

    Correct Answer
    A. Daryl Hall & John Oates
    Explanation
    Daryl Hall & John Oates released the hit single, "Everything Your Heart Desire", in 1988.

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  • 26. 

    Who recorded the hit single "Wait" in 1988?

    • Luther Vandross & Mariah Carey

    • Donna Summer

    • White Lion

    • Morris Albert

    Correct Answer
    A. White Lion
    Explanation
    White Lion recorded the hit single "Wait" in 1988.

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  • 27. 

    Who recorded the hit single "Missing You Now" in 1992?

    • Macy Gray

    • Michael Bolton

    • City High

    • Supremes

    Correct Answer
    A. Michael Bolton
    Explanation
    In 1992, Michael Bolton recorded the hit single "Missing You Now". Macy Gray, City High, and the Supremes are not associated with this particular song.

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  • 28. 

    Who recorded the hit single "Keep Coming Back" in 1992?

    • Cyndi Lauper

    • Lenny Kravitz

    • Richard Marx

    • 112 Featuring Lil'z

    Correct Answer
    A. Richard Marx
    Explanation
    Richard Marx recorded the hit single "Keep Coming Back" in 1992. This song was included in his third studio album, "Rush Street." Richard Marx is an American singer, songwriter, and musician known for his soft rock and adult contemporary music. He achieved significant success in the late 1980s and early 1990s with multiple chart-topping hits. "Keep Coming Back" was one of his successful songs, reaching the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

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  • 29. 

    Who put out the hit single "Baby I Love Your Way (From Reality Bites)" in 1994?

    • Kim Wilde

    • Phil Collins

    • Big Mountain

    • 1910 Fruitgum Company

    Correct Answer
    A. Big Mountain
    Explanation
    Big Mountain is the correct answer because they released the hit single "Baby I Love Your Way (From Reality Bites)" in 1994. Kim Wilde, Phil Collins, and 1910 Fruitgum Company are not associated with this particular song.

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  • 30. 

    Who made the charts with the hit single "Like The Way I Do/If I Wanted To" in 1995?

    • Smashing Pumpkins

    • Anita Baker

    • Soft Cell

    • Melissa Etheridge

    Correct Answer
    A. Melissa Etheridge
    Explanation
    Melissa Etheridge made the charts with the hit single "Like The Way I Do/If I Wanted To" in 1995.

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