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Popular Music Trivia

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Popular music trivia tests knowledge of global chart-topping songs, iconic music videos, and award-winning soundtracks. Questions cover various genres, famous artists, and cultural themes prevalent in modern music. This section is ideal for improving general knowledge for state level exams and trivia competitions.

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Popular Music Trivia Questions

Multiple choice

What is the name of the song that is played during the end credits of the TV show "Friends"?

  1. I'll Be There for You

  2. Smelly Cat

  3. The One with the Embryos

  4. The Last One
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I'll Be There for You is the song that is played during the end credits of the TV show "Friends".

Multiple choice

What is the name of the song that is played during the opening credits of the TV show "The Simpsons"?

  1. The Simpsons Theme

  2. Do the Bartman

  3. We Put the Spring in Springfield

  4. Kamp Krusty
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The Simpsons Theme is the song that is played during the opening credits of the TV show "The Simpsons".

Multiple choice

Which 1983 song by The Police became a surprise hit despite its unconventional sound and lyrics about a stalker?

  1. Every Breath You Take

  2. Message in a Bottle

  3. Wrapped Around Your Finger

  4. Synchronicity II
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Every Breath You Take by The Police topped the charts in several countries and became one of their signature songs, despite its dark and obsessive lyrics.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the 1997 song by Hanson that became a global phenomenon, despite its bubblegum pop sound and lyrics about a crush?

  1. MMMBop

  2. Where's the Love

  3. I Will Come to You

  4. Thinking of You
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MMMBop by Hanson became a worldwide hit, reaching the top of the charts in several countries and becoming a defining song of the late 1990s.

Multiple choice

Which 2001 song by Gorillaz featured a unique blend of hip hop, electronic music, and cartoon visuals, becoming a cult favorite?

  1. Clint Eastwood

  2. Feel Good Inc.

  3. 19-2000

  4. Dare
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Clint Eastwood by Gorillaz gained popularity for its innovative music video and its fusion of different genres, making it a cult classic among music fans.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the 2006 song by Gnarls Barkley that became a global hit despite its unconventional structure and surreal lyrics?

  1. Crazy

  2. Smiley Face

  3. St Elsewhere

  4. Run
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Crazy by Gnarls Barkley became a worldwide phenomenon, topping charts in several countries and gaining acclaim for its unique sound and memorable lyrics.

Multiple choice

Which 2009 song by Lady Gaga became a cultural phenomenon, known for its catchy melody, eccentric music video, and controversial lyrics?

  1. Poker Face

  2. Just Dance

  3. Bad Romance

  4. Telephone
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Bad Romance by Lady Gaga became a global sensation, reaching the top of the charts in numerous countries and becoming one of the defining songs of the 2000s.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the 2012 song by Gotye featuring Kimbra that became a global hit, known for its unique instrumentation and storytelling lyrics?

  1. Somebody That I Used to Know

  2. Eyes Wide Open

  3. State of the Art

  4. I Feel Better
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Somebody That I Used to Know by Gotye featuring Kimbra became a worldwide phenomenon, topping charts in numerous countries and gaining acclaim for its innovative sound and emotional lyrics.

Multiple choice

Which 2013 song by Daft Punk featuring Pharrell Williams became a global hit, known for its catchy melody, upbeat tempo, and iconic music video?

  1. Get Lucky

  2. Lose Yourself to Dance

  3. Instant Crush

  4. Doin' It Right
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Get Lucky by Daft Punk featuring Pharrell Williams became a global sensation, topping charts in numerous countries and becoming one of the most iconic songs of the 2010s.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the 2014 song by Iggy Azalea featuring Charli XCX that became a global hit, known for its catchy melody and empowering lyrics?

  1. Fancy

  2. Problem

  3. Black Widow

  4. Booty
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Fancy by Iggy Azalea featuring Charli XCX became a global phenomenon, topping charts in numerous countries and becoming one of the defining songs of the 2010s.

Multiple choice

Which 2015 song by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars became a global hit, known for its catchy melody, retro sound, and dance-inducing rhythm?

  1. Uptown Funk

  2. Locked Out of Heaven

  3. Treasure

  4. Gorilla
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Uptown Funk by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars became a global sensation, topping charts in numerous countries and becoming one of the most popular songs of the 2010s.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the 2016 song by Twenty One Pilots that became a global hit, known for its unique sound, emotional lyrics, and energetic live performances?

  1. Stressed Out

  2. Ride

  3. Heathens

  4. Lane Boy
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Stressed Out by Twenty One Pilots became a global phenomenon, topping charts in numerous countries and becoming one of the defining songs of the 2010s.

Multiple choice

Which 2017 song by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber became a global hit, known for its catchy melody, Latin rhythms, and romantic lyrics?

  1. Despacito

  2. Shape of You

  3. Perfect

  4. Havana
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Despacito by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber became a global sensation, topping charts in numerous countries and becoming one of the most streamed songs of all time.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the 2018 song by Cardi B, Bad Bunny, and J Balvin that became a global hit, known for its catchy melody, Latin rhythms, and empowering lyrics?

  1. I Like It

  2. Girls Like You

  3. Thank U, Next

  4. 7 Rings
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I Like It by Cardi B, Bad Bunny, and J Balvin became a global phenomenon, topping charts in numerous countries and becoming one of the defining songs of the 2010s.

Multiple choice

Which 2019 song by Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus became a global hit, known for its unique sound, country-trap fusion, and viral popularity?

  1. Old Town Road

  2. Sunflower

  3. Bad Guy

  4. Shallow
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Old Town Road by Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus became a global sensation, topping charts in numerous countries and becoming one of the most streamed songs of all time.