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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

In the movie "Purple Rain" (1984), which song was the title track and performed by Prince?

  1. Purple Rain

  2. When Doves Cry

  3. Let's Go Crazy

  4. I Would Die 4 U
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The song "Purple Rain" by Prince was the title track and a central piece of the movie "Purple Rain", which starred Prince himself.

Multiple choice

Which song was featured in the movie "Footloose" (1984)?

  1. Footloose

  2. Let's Hear It for the Boy

  3. Holding Out for a Hero

  4. Almost Paradise
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Explanation

The song "Footloose" by Kenny Loggins was the title track and a major hit from the movie "Footloose".

Multiple choice

In the movie "Dirty Dancing" (1987), which song was performed during the final dance scene?

  1. (I've Had) The Time of My Life

  2. Hungry Eyes

  3. Hey Baby

  4. She's Like the Wind
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The song "(I've Had) The Time of My Life" by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes was the iconic final dance song in the movie "Dirty Dancing".

Multiple choice

Which song was featured in the movie "The Breakfast Club" (1985)?

  1. Don't You (Forget About Me)

  2. We Are Not Alone

  3. Pretty in Pink

  4. Time After Time
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The song "Don't You (Forget About Me)" by Simple Minds was the main theme song for the movie "The Breakfast Club" and became a classic hit.

Multiple choice

In the movie "Ghostbusters" (1984), which song was used as the theme song?

  1. Ghostbusters

  2. Who You Gonna Call?

  3. Stayin' Alive

  4. Thriller
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The song "Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr. was the theme song for the movie "Ghostbusters" and is synonymous with the film.

Multiple choice

Which song was featured in the movie "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring" (2001)?

  1. Concerning Hobbits

  2. May It Be

  3. The Road Goes Ever On

  4. Aniron (Theme for Aragorn and Arwen)
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Explanation

The song "May It Be" by Enya was featured in the end credits of the movie "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring".

Multiple choice

In the movie "Moulin Rouge!" (2001), which song was performed during the iconic dance scene?

  1. Lady Marmalade

  2. Your Song

  3. Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend

  4. Roxanne
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The song "Lady Marmalade" by Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, Mýa, and Pink was featured in the iconic dance scene in the movie "Moulin Rouge!"

Multiple choice

Which song was featured in the movie "The Greatest Showman" (2017)?

  1. This Is Me

  2. A Million Dreams

  3. Rewrite the Stars

  4. Never Enough
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The song "This Is Me" by Keala Settle was a powerful anthem in the movie "The Greatest Showman" and received an Academy Award nomination.

Multiple choice

In the movie "La La Land" (2016), which song was performed during the opening dance scene?

  1. Another Day of Sun

  2. Someone in the Crowd

  3. Planetarium

  4. City of Stars
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The song "Another Day of Sun" by Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling was the opening dance scene in the movie "La La Land".

Multiple choice

Which song was featured in the movie "The Lego Movie" (2014)?

  1. Everything Is Awesome

  2. Shake It Off

  3. Happy

  4. Can't Stop the Feeling!
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Explanation

The song "Everything Is Awesome" by Tegan and Sara was the main theme song for the movie "The Lego Movie".

Multiple choice

What is the name of the genre of electronic music that is specifically designed for children?

  1. Kiddie rave

  2. Children's techno

  3. Electronic lullaby

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

There is no one specific name for the genre of electronic music that is designed for children. Some common names include kiddie rave, children's techno, and electronic lullaby.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the popular children's electronic music group that is known for their song "ABC"

  1. The Wiggles

  2. Barney & Friends

  3. Sesame Street

  4. Yo Gabba Gabba!
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The Wiggles are a popular children's electronic music group that is known for their song "ABC". The group has released several albums and DVDs, and they have toured extensively throughout the world.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the popular children's electronic music group that is known for their song "Baby Shark"?

  1. Pinkfong

  2. CoComelon

  3. Blippi

  4. Vlad and Niki
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Pinkfong is a popular children's electronic music group that is known for their song "Baby Shark". The song became a viral sensation in 2016 and has been viewed over 10 billion times on YouTube.

Multiple choice

Who choreographed the iconic dance sequence in Michael Jackson's music video for "Thriller"?

  1. Michael Jackson

  2. Michael Peters

  3. Paula Abdul

  4. Janet Jackson
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Explanation

Michael Peters, a renowned choreographer, collaborated with Michael Jackson to create the groundbreaking dance routine for "Thriller".

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a song that is often played at sporting events?

  1. We Will Rock You

  2. Eye of the Tiger

  3. YMCA

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

We Will Rock You, Eye of the Tiger, and YMCA are all songs that are often played at sporting events.