Summer Songs Trivia Quiz Questions And Answers

1. What year completes the title of Bryan Adam's "Summer of _____"?

'69

'73

'77

'80

Summer of '69" was released as a single internationally in June 1985. In the Summer of '69, Bryan was 9 years old.

Explanation

Summer of '69" was released as a single internationally in June 1985. In the Summer of '69, Bryan was 9 years old.

2. In 1958, Eddie Cochran claimed "there ain't no cure" for this ailment.

The summertime burn.

The summertime blues.

The summertime heat.

Summer of 69

"Summertime Blues" is a song recorded in 1958 by Eddie Cochran. The song is ranked number 73 in Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time and appears on the soundtrack for the movie Caddyshack.

Explanation

"Summertime Blues" is a song recorded in 1958 by Eddie Cochran. The song is ranked number 73 in Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time and appears on the soundtrack for the movie Caddyshack.

3. In his hit song, not only was school out for summer, it was out completely.

Ozzy Osbourne

Alice Cooper

Steven Tyler

None of the above

"School's Out" is a 1972 title track single released on Alice Cooper's fifth album. Cooper has said he was inspired to write the song when answering the question, "What's the greatest three minutes of your life?". Cooper said: "One is Christmas morning, when you're just getting ready to open the presents. The next one is the last three minutes of the last day of school when you're sitting there and it's like a slow fuse burning."

Explanation

"School's Out" is a 1972 title track single released on Alice Cooper's fifth album. Cooper has said he was inspired to write the song when answering the question, "What's the greatest three minutes of your life?". Cooper said: "One is Christmas morning, when you're just getting ready to open the presents. The next one is the last three minutes of the last day of school when you're sitting there and it's like a slow fuse burning."

4. According to the song made famous by the Beach Boys, where would you find a little place called "Kokomo?"

South of Waikiki

North of Malibu

Off the Florida Keys

South of Malibu

The Beach Boys sang "Off the Florida Keys there's a place called Kokomo. That's where you wanna go to get away from it all." In real life Kokomo is in Indiana. But all those steel drums and tropical fruit would seem a bit out of place there, don't you think?

Explanation

The Beach Boys sang "Off the Florida Keys there's a place called Kokomo. That's where you wanna go to get away from it all." In real life Kokomo is in Indiana. But all those steel drums and tropical fruit would seem a bit out of place there, don't you think?

5. In "Summertime," when the livin' is easy, what are the fish doing?

Fryin'

Swimmin'

Jumpin'

Eatin'

The song is from George Gershwin musical Porgy and Bess, and goes "Summertime, and the livin' is easy, fish are jumpin' and the cotton is high..."

Explanation

The song is from George Gershwin musical Porgy and Bess, and goes "Summertime, and the livin' is easy, fish are jumpin' and the cotton is high..."

6. Complete the lyrics: "Oh, when the sun beats down and melts the tar _____"?

Up on the roof.

Down on the street.

Out in the swamp.

Up in the sky

"Up on the Roof" is a song written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King and recorded in 1962 by The Drifters. Released at the tail end of that year, the song became a big hit, reaching number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart and number 4 on the U.S. R&B singles chart.

Explanation

"Up on the Roof" is a song written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King and recorded in 1962 by The Drifters. Released at the tail end of that year, the song became a big hit, reaching number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart and number 4 on the U.S. R&B singles chart.

7. Which of the following summer hits was released by the band The Beach Boys?

"Summer of '69"

"Hot in Herre"

"California Girls"

"Summertime Sadness"

"California Girls" is a classic summer hit released by The Beach Boys in 1965. It became one of their signature songs and is often associated with the carefree, sun-soaked vibe of summer. The other songs listed were hits by different artists: "Summer of '69" by Bryan Adams, "Hot in Herre" by Nelly, and "Summertime Sadness" by Lana Del Rey.

Explanation

"California Girls" is a classic summer hit released by The Beach Boys in 1965. It became one of their signature songs and is often associated with the carefree, sun-soaked vibe of summer. The other songs listed were hits by different artists: "Summer of '69" by Bryan Adams, "Hot in Herre" by Nelly, and "Summertime Sadness" by Lana Del Rey.

8. Under the Boardwalk" what is the singer out of?

The rain.

The sun.

Money.

Out in the sky

The chorus of song goes, "Under the boardwalk, out of the sun, Under the boardwalk, we'll be havin' some fun..." Originally released in 1964 by The Drifters, "Under the Boardwalk" has been recorded many times since. The Beach Boys, Bette Midler, The Rolling Stones, and John Mellencamp have all recorded this song.

Explanation

The chorus of song goes, "Under the boardwalk, out of the sun, Under the boardwalk, we'll be havin' some fun..." Originally released in 1964 by The Drifters, "Under the Boardwalk" has been recorded many times since. The Beach Boys, Bette Midler, The Rolling Stones, and John Mellencamp have all recorded this song.

9. When The Lovin' Spoonful sing of a "Summer in the City," what body part is "getting dirty and gritty"?

Soles of my feet.

Back of my neck.

Back of my knees.

Front of my chest

Now that's HOT! The song goes, "Hot town, summer in the city. Back of my neck getting dirty and gritty..." You may remember it as the opening song to the hit summer movie, Die Hard III.

Explanation

Now that's HOT! The song goes, "Hot town, summer in the city. Back of my neck getting dirty and gritty..." You may remember it as the opening song to the hit summer movie, Die Hard III.

10. Which surf-sound song wasn't made famous by the Beach Boys? (And pat yourself on the back if you know the band that sang it!)

"Surfin' Safari."

"The Little Old Lady from Pasadena."

"Good Vibrations."

Good vibes

The Little Old Lady from Pasadena," in her brand new, shiny red Super Stock Dodge features the refrain "Go, Granny, go, Granny, go Granny go' and was brought to us by surf singers Jan and Dean.

Explanation

The Little Old Lady from Pasadena," in her brand new, shiny red Super Stock Dodge features the refrain "Go, Granny, go, Granny, go Granny go' and was brought to us by surf singers Jan and Dean.