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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

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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Explanation

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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Explanation

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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Explanation

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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Explanation

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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Explanation

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.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the 2020 song by Tones and I that became a global hit, known for its catchy melody, unique vocals, and uplifting lyrics?

  1. Dance Monkey

  2. Blinding Lights

  3. Watermelon Sugar

  4. Savage
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Dance Monkey by Tones and I became a global phenomenon, topping charts in numerous countries and becoming one of the defining songs of the 2020s.

Multiple choice

Which 2021 song by Olivia Rodrigo became a global hit, known for its emotional lyrics, catchy melody, and confessional style?

  1. Drivers License

  2. Good 4 U

  3. Deja Vu

  4. Traitor
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Explanation

Drivers License by Olivia Rodrigo became a global sensation, topping charts in numerous countries and becoming one of the defining songs of the 2020s.

Multiple choice

Which hymn is often sung during the processional of the bridesmaids?

  1. I Will Follow Him

  2. A Thousand Years

  3. Canon in D

  4. All You Need Is Love
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Canon in D by Johann Pachelbel is a popular choice for the processional of the bridesmaids, creating a graceful and elegant atmosphere.

Multiple choice

What was the controversy surrounding Miley Cyrus' performance at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards?

  1. She performed a sexually suggestive dance routine.

  2. She wore a revealing outfit.

  3. She made a political statement during her performance.

  4. She used profanity during her performance.
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Explanation

Miley Cyrus' performance at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards was controversial because she performed a sexually suggestive dance routine with Robin Thicke.

Multiple choice

What was the controversy surrounding BTS' performance at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards?

  1. They performed a song that was not nominated for an award.

  2. They performed a song that was not in English.

  3. They performed a song that was deemed to be too political.

  4. They performed a song that was deemed to be too sexual.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

BTS' performance at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards was controversial because they performed a song that was not in English, which is a requirement for songs to be eligible for awards.

Multiple choice

What was the controversy surrounding Doja Cat's performance at the 2021 Billboard Music Awards?

  1. She wore a revealing outfit.

  2. She performed a sexually suggestive dance routine.

  3. She made a political statement during her performance.

  4. She used profanity during her performance.
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Explanation

Doja Cat's performance at the 2021 Billboard Music Awards was controversial because she wore a revealing outfit that was deemed to be inappropriate for the event.

Multiple choice

Which K-pop group has performed the most times at the Dream Concert?

  1. Super Junior

  2. TVXQ

  3. Girls' Generation

  4. EXO
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Explanation

Super Junior holds the record for the most Dream Concert performances, having graced the stage over 15 times.

Multiple choice

Which Dream Concert featured a special performance by the legendary K-pop group Seo Taiji and Boys?

  1. 2000

  2. 2001

  3. 2002

  4. 2003
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Explanation

Seo Taiji and Boys made a special appearance at the 2000 Dream Concert.