Adult Contemporary Quiz Questions

Aretha Franklin and George Michael recorded the hit single "I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)" in 1987.

Babyface recorded the hit single "It's No Crime" in 1989.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

Olivia Newton-John recorded the hit single "Twist Of Fate" in 1984.

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.

Michael McDonald recorded the hit single "Sweet Freedom" (Theme from "Running Scared") in 1986.

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.

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

Brenda K. Starr recorded the hit single "I Still Believe" in 1988.

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.

Richard Marx recorded the hit single "Take This Heart" in 1992.

Franke & The Knockouts recorded the hit single "Sweetheart" in 1981.

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

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

T'pau recorded the hit "Heart And Soul" in 1987.

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.

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

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

White Lion recorded the hit single "Wait" in 1988.

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.

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.

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.

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