1.
What was the name of Fiona Apple's debut album?
Correct Answer
A. Tidal
Explanation
Fiona Apple's debut album was named "Tidal".
2.
What are the first three words in the title of Fiona Apple's 1999 album?
Correct Answer
A. When The Pawn
Explanation
The first three words in the title of Fiona Apple's 1999 album are "When The Pawn".
3.
What's the name of the first track on Fiona Apple's album "Tidal"?
Correct Answer
D. Sleep To Dream
Explanation
The correct answer is "Sleep To Dream." This answer is correct because it accurately identifies the first track on Fiona Apple's album "Tidal."
4.
Fiona Apple trashed Hollywood during her acceptance speech for what 1997 awards show?
Correct Answer
C. MTV Video Music Awards
Explanation
Fiona Apple trashed Hollywood during her acceptance speech for the 1997 MTV Video Music Awards.
5.
Fiona Apple won a Grammy for which of these songs?
Correct Answer
B. Criminal
Explanation
Fiona Apple won a Grammy for the song "Criminal". This song, released in 1996, was a major hit and received critical acclaim for its raw and introspective lyrics. It showcased Apple's unique vocal style and established her as a talented singer-songwriter. The Grammy win further solidified the song's success and recognition in the music industry.
6.
What's the name of Fiona Apple's third album?
Correct Answer
C. Extraordinary Machine
Explanation
Extraordinary Machine is the correct answer because it is the name of Fiona Apple's third album.
7.
In 1997, Fiona Apple won the MTV Video Music Award for what?
Correct Answer
A. Best New Artist
Explanation
In 1997, Fiona Apple won the MTV Video Music Award for Best New Artist. This award is given to recognize and honor the most promising and talented artist who has made a significant impact in the music industry within a year of their debut. Fiona Apple's exceptional talent and breakthrough success in 1996 with her debut album "Tidal" led to her being acknowledged as the Best New Artist at the MTV Video Music Awards in 1997.
8.
What indie-rock producer collaborated with Fiona Apple on the album "Extraordinary Machine"?
Correct Answer
B. Jon Brion
Explanation
Jon Brion collaborated with Fiona Apple on the album "Extraordinary Machine."
9.
What did Fiona Apple's father Branden Maggert do for a living?
Correct Answer
A. Actor
Explanation
Fiona Apple's father, Branden Maggert, worked as an actor.
10.
What comedian appears in the video for Fiona Apple's song "Not About Love"?
Correct Answer
C. Zach Galifianakis
Explanation
Zach Galifianakis appears in the video for Fiona Apple's song "Not About Love".
11.
What instrument, besides the piano, does Fiona Apple play on her album "Tidal"?
Correct Answer
C. Optigon
Explanation
Fiona Apple plays the Optigon on her album "Tidal".
12.
Fiona Apple was nominated for the Best New Artist Grammy in 1998, but lost to whom?
Correct Answer
D. Paula Cole
Explanation
Fiona Apple was nominated for the Best New Artist Grammy in 1998 but lost to Paula Cole.
13.
Fiona Apple performs which Beatles song on the soundtrack to the movie "Pleasantville"?
Correct Answer
D. Across The Universe
Explanation
In the movie "Pleasantville," Fiona Apple performs the Beatles song "Across The Universe" on the soundtrack.
14.
What record label signed Fiona Apple in 1995?
Correct Answer
C. Sony Music
Explanation
In 1995, Fiona Apple was signed by Sony Music. This record label recognized her talent and potential, and decided to offer her a contract. Sony Music is known for signing and promoting various artists, and their decision to sign Fiona Apple proved to be successful as she went on to release successful albums under their label.
15.
What type of plant is featured on the cover of the Fiona Apple album "Extraordinary Machine"?
Correct Answer
B. Agapanthus/Lily of the Nile
Explanation
Fiona captured the image featured on the album cover—a blooming flower of the agapanthus/Lily of the Nile species from her home. On the reverse side of the cover, you'll find the same flower captured after it had fully blossomed.
16.
What is the only single from Fiona Apple's second album to make it onto the Billboard charts?
Correct Answer
B. Fast As You Can
Explanation
"Fast As You Can" is the only single from Fiona Apple's second album to make it onto the Billboard charts. This suggests that out of the given options, "Fast As You Can" was the most commercially successful and popular song from the album. The other options, "Shadowboxer," "O'Sailor," and "To Your Love," did not achieve the same level of recognition and chart success.
17.
Which of these Johnny Cash songs did Fiona Apple sing on?
Correct Answer
C. Father And Son
18.
Who produced Fiona Apple's third album?
Correct Answer
B. Mike Elizondo
Explanation
Mike Elizondo produced Fiona Apple's third album.
19.
In 2005, Fiona Apple's sister Maude released her own album of songs by whom?
Correct Answer
D. Irving Berlin
Explanation
Maude, Fiona Apple's sister, released her own album of songs in 2005. The question asks about the songwriter whose songs were included in Maude's album. The correct answer is Irving Berlin, as his songs were featured in Maude's album.
20.
Where did Fiona Apple's parents meet?
Correct Answer
C. Perfoming On Broadway
Explanation
Fiona Apple's parents met while performing on Broadway.