Popular Music Quiz - 2
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Who recorded the hit single "Way Down" in 1977?
- A.
Gary (U.S.) Bonds
- B.
Elvis Presley
- C.
The Beatles
- D.
Force M.D.'S
Correct Answer
B. Elvis PresleyExplanation
Elvis Presley recorded the hit single "Way Down" in 1977. Elvis Presley, also known as the "King of Rock and Roll," was a highly influential and successful musician in the 1950s and 1960s. "Way Down" was one of his last recordings before his death in 1977 and became a popular hit. Elvis Presley's distinctive voice and energetic performances made him an iconic figure in the history of popular music.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who recorded the hit single "Ariel" in 1977?
- A.
Dean Friedman
- B.
Mike & The Mechanics
- C.
Gordon Lightfoot
- D.
Def Leppard
Correct Answer
A. Dean FriedmanExplanation
Dean Friedman recorded the hit single "Ariel" in 1977.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who recorded the hit "That's Rock "N" Roll" in 1977?
- A.
Donny Osmond
- B.
New Vaudeville Band
- C.
Shaun Cassidy
- D.
Billy Squier
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C. Shaun CassidyExplanation
Shaun Cassidy recorded the hit "That's Rock 'N' Roll" in 1977.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Who recorded the hit "I Wanna Get Next To You" in 1977?
- A.
The Rolling Stones
- B.
Johnny & The Hurricanes
- C.
Oasis
- D.
Rose Royce
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D. Rose RoyceExplanation
Rose Royce recorded the hit "I Wanna Get Next To You" in 1977.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Who recorded the hit "Feels So Good" in 1978?
- A.
Dionne Warwick
- B.
Shawn Colvin
- C.
Curtis Lee
- D.
Chuck Mangione
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D. Chuck MangioneExplanation
Chuck Mangione recorded the hit "Feels So Good" in 1978.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who recorded the hit "Falling" in 1978?
- A.
Leblanc & Carr
- B.
Sisqo
- C.
Bon Jovi
- D.
Sarah Mclachlan
Correct Answer
A. Leblanc & CarrExplanation
Leblanc & Carr recorded the hit "Falling" in 1978.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Who recorded the hit "Bluer Than Blue" in 1978?
- A.
Aerosmith
- B.
Michael Johnson
- C.
John Cougar Mellancamp
- D.
Shalamar
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B. Michael JohnsonExplanation
"Bluer Than Blue" was recorded by Michael Johnson in 1978. This hit song was released as a single from his album "The Michael Johnson Album." It became one of his most successful songs, reaching the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Michael Johnson was known for his smooth vocals and his ability to blend pop and folk influences in his music.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Who recorded the hit "Native New Yorker" in 1978?
- A.
Stevie B
- B.
Odyssey
- C.
Madonna
- D.
Marketts
Correct Answer
B. OdysseyExplanation
Odyssey recorded the hit "Native New Yorker" in 1978.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Who recorded the hit single "Just When I Needed You Most" in 1979?
- A.
Peter, Paul & Mary
- B.
Aretha Franklin
- C.
Randy Vanwarmer
- D.
Rare Earth
Correct Answer
C. Randy VanwarmerExplanation
Randy Vanwarmer recorded the hit single "Just When I Needed You Most" in 1979.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Who recorded the hit single "Heaven Knows" in 1979?
- A.
Donna Summer & Brooklyn Dreams
- B.
112
- C.
Billy Idol
- D.
Cowsills
Correct Answer
A. Donna Summer & Brooklyn DreamsExplanation
Donna Summer & Brooklyn Dreams recorded the hit single "Heaven Knows" in 1979.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Who recorded the hit single "Lotta Love" in 1979?
- A.
Nicolette Larson
- B.
R. Kelly
- C.
Brenda & The Tabulations
- D.
Skeeter Davis
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A. Nicolette LarsonExplanation
Nicolette Larson recorded the hit single "Lotta Love" in 1979. This information is given in the question itself.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Who recorded the hit single "Music Box Dancer" in 1979?
- A.
Rascals
- B.
Frank Mills
- C.
Eden's Crush
- D.
Rooftop Singers
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B. Frank MillsExplanation
Frank Mills recorded the hit single "Music Box Dancer" in 1979.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Who recorded the hit single "Goodnight Tonight" in 1979?
- A.
Wings
- B.
The Pretenders
- C.
Janet Jackson
- D.
Michael Jackson
Correct Answer
A. WingsExplanation
The correct answer is Wings. In 1979, the hit single "Goodnight Tonight" was recorded by the band Wings.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Who recorded the hit single "Take Me Home" in 1979?
- A.
Aretha Franklin
- B.
The Beatles
- C.
Carl Anderson & Gloria Loring
- D.
Cher
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D. CherExplanation
Cher recorded the hit single "Take Me Home" in 1979.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Who recorded the hit single "Disco Nights" in 1979?
- A.
Tommy Roe
- B.
Jay-Z
- C.
G.Q
- D.
Christina Aguilera
Correct Answer
C. G.QExplanation
G.Q is the correct answer because they recorded the hit single "Disco Nights" in 1979. Tommy Roe, Jay-Z, and Christina Aguilera did not record this song.Rate this question:
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