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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 Curtis Mayfield song was featured in the soundtrack of the movie "The Graduate"?

  1. I'm So Proud

  2. Gypsy Woman

  3. We're a Winner

  4. It's All Right
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Explanation

The song "I'm So Proud" was featured in the 1967 film "The Graduate" and became a hit single for Mayfield.

Multiple choice

What was the first commercially successful recording?

  1. 'Au Clair de la Lune'

  2. 'The Star-Spangled Banner'

  3. 'Jingle Bells'

  4. 'Over There'
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Explanation

'Au Clair de la Lune' was recorded by Emile Berliner in 1888 and was the first recording to be mass-produced and sold.

Multiple choice

In the music video for 'Smooth Criminal', Michael Jackson performs a gravity-defying lean known as the:

  1. Moonwalk

  2. Anti-Gravity Lean

  3. Leaning Tower of Pisa

  4. 45-Degree Tilt
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The 'Anti-Gravity Lean' is a signature move in the 'Smooth Criminal' music video, where Michael Jackson appears to lean forward at a 45-degree angle, defying gravity.

Multiple choice

Which music video features a dance routine performed entirely underwater?

  1. Thriller

  2. Vogue

  3. Single Ladies

  4. Waterfalls
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D Correct answer
Explanation

TLC's 'Waterfalls' music video showcases a captivating dance routine performed entirely underwater, creating a visually stunning and unique visual experience.

Multiple choice

In the music video for 'Thriller', Michael Jackson performs a dance move known as the:

  1. Moonwalk

  2. Anti-Gravity Lean

  3. Leaning Tower of Pisa

  4. 45-Degree Tilt
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Explanation

The 'Moonwalk' is a signature move in the 'Thriller' music video, where Michael Jackson appears to glide backward while moving forward, creating an illusion of walking on the moon.

Multiple choice

Which music video features a dance routine performed on a giant piano keyboard?

  1. Thriller

  2. Vogue

  3. Single Ladies

  4. Piano Man
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Billy Joel's 'Piano Man' music video showcases a dance routine performed on a giant piano keyboard, creating a visually striking and playful performance.

Multiple choice

In the music video for 'Thriller', Michael Jackson performs a dance move known as the:

  1. Moonwalk

  2. Anti-Gravity Lean

  3. Leaning Tower of Pisa

  4. 45-Degree Tilt
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Explanation

The 'Moonwalk' is a signature move in the 'Thriller' music video, where Michael Jackson appears to glide backward while moving forward, creating an illusion of walking on the moon.

Multiple choice

Which music video features a dance routine performed on a giant piano keyboard?

  1. Thriller

  2. Vogue

  3. Single Ladies

  4. Piano Man
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Billy Joel's 'Piano Man' music video showcases a dance routine performed on a giant piano keyboard, creating a visually striking and playful performance.

Multiple choice

Who is known for choreographing the iconic dance routine for Michael Jackson's "Thriller" music video?

  1. Michael Peters

  2. Michael Jackson

  3. Michael Flatley

  4. Michael Clark
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Explanation

Michael Peters choreographed the groundbreaking dance routine for Michael Jackson's "Thriller" music video, which became a defining moment in pop culture.

Multiple choice

How many weeks did Shape of You by Ed Sheeran spend at the top of the Italian Singles Chart?

  1. 14

  2. 12

  3. 10

  4. 8
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Explanation

Shape of You spent 14 weeks at the top of the Italian Singles Chart in 2017.

Multiple choice

Which song spent the longest time at the top of the Spanish Singles Chart?

  1. Despacito by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee

  2. Shape of You by Ed Sheeran

  3. Perfect by Ed Sheeran

  4. La Tortura by Shakira and Alejandro Sanz
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Explanation

Despacito spent a record-breaking 26 weeks at the top of the Spanish Singles Chart in 2017.

Multiple choice

Which song was featured in the movie "Titanic" (1997)?

  1. My Heart Will Go On

  2. I Will Always Love You

  3. Unchained Melody

  4. Can't Help Falling in Love
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Explanation

The song "My Heart Will Go On" by Celine Dion was the main theme song for the movie "Titanic" and became a global hit.

Multiple choice

Which song was used as the theme song for the movie "The Lion King" (1994)?

  1. Circle of Life

  2. Hakuna Matata

  3. Can You Feel the Love Tonight

  4. I Just Can't Wait to Be King
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Explanation

The song "Circle of Life" by Elton John was the opening theme song for the movie "The Lion King" and set the tone for the film's story.

Multiple choice

In the movie "Grease" (1978), which song was performed at the school dance?

  1. Summer Nights

  2. You're the One That I Want

  3. Hopelessly Devoted to You

  4. Greased Lightnin'
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Explanation

The song "You're the One That I Want" by John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John was the iconic dance number in the movie "Grease".

Multiple choice

Which song was featured in the movie "The Bodyguard" (1992)?

  1. I Will Always Love You

  2. I Have Nothing

  3. Run to You

  4. Queen of the Night
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Explanation

The song "I Will Always Love You" by Whitney Houston was the main theme song for the movie "The Bodyguard" and became one of the best-selling singles of all time.