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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 was the best-selling single of the 2000s?

  1. We Belong Together by Mariah Carey

  2. Umbrella by Rihanna ft. Jay-Z

  3. Low by Flo Rida ft. T-Pain

  4. Poker Face by Lady Gaga
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Explanation

We Belong Together by Mariah Carey, released in 2005, topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for 14 weeks, becoming the longest-running number-one single of the 2000s.

Multiple choice

Which song is widely considered to be the 'Song of the Summer' for 2012?

  1. Call Me Maybe by Carly Rae Jepsen

  2. Gangnam Style by PSY

  3. Thrift Shop by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis

  4. Somebody That I Used to Know by Gotye ft. Kimbra
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Explanation

Call Me Maybe by Carly Rae Jepsen, released in 2012, became a global hit and was the best-selling single of that year, defining the summer of 2012.

Multiple choice

What was the best-selling single of the 2010s?

  1. Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee

  2. Shape of You by Ed Sheeran

  3. One Dance by Drake ft. Wizkid & Kyla

  4. Uptown Funk by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
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Explanation

Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee, released in 2017, became a global phenomenon, breaking records and becoming the most-streamed song of all time.

Multiple choice

Which song is considered to be the defining song of the COVID-19 pandemic?

  1. Blinding Lights by The Weeknd

  2. Savage by Megan Thee Stallion

  3. WAP by Cardi B ft. Megan Thee Stallion

  4. Don't Start Now by Dua Lipa
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Explanation

Blinding Lights by The Weeknd, released in 2019, gained renewed popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic, becoming a symbol of resilience and hope.

Multiple choice

What was the best-selling single of the 2020s so far?

  1. Old Town Road by Lil Nas X

  2. Shape of You by Ed Sheeran

  3. Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee

  4. Blinding Lights by The Weeknd
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Explanation

Old Town Road by Lil Nas X, released in 2019, broke records and became the longest-running number-one single in Billboard Hot 100 history.

Multiple choice

Which song is widely considered to be the 'Song of the Summer' for 2022?

  1. As It Was by Harry Styles

  2. About Damn Time by Lizzo

  3. Heat Waves by Glass Animals

  4. STAY by The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber
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Explanation

As It Was by Harry Styles, released in 2022, topped the charts in several countries and became the defining song of the summer that year.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the song that became a global phenomenon and topped charts worldwide in 2023?

  1. Flowers by Miley Cyrus

  2. Unholy by Sam Smith & Kim Petras

  3. ABCDEFU by GAYLE

  4. Me Too by Meghan Trainor
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Explanation

Flowers by Miley Cyrus, released in 2023, became a global hit, breaking records and topping charts worldwide.

Multiple choice

Which song is considered to be the defining song of the TikTok era?

  1. Old Town Road by Lil Nas X

  2. Savage Love (Laxed - Siren Beat) by Jawsh 685 & Jason Derulo

  3. Blinding Lights by The Weeknd

  4. Dance Monkey by Tones and I
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Explanation

Old Town Road by Lil Nas X, released in 2019, became a viral sensation on TikTok, propelling it to the top of the charts and defining the TikTok era.

Multiple choice

What was the best-selling single of the 2020s so far?

  1. Shape of You by Ed Sheeran

  2. Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee

  3. Blinding Lights by The Weeknd

  4. Old Town Road by Lil Nas X
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Explanation

Shape of You by Ed Sheeran, released in 2017, became a global hit, breaking records and becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time.

Multiple choice

Which song is widely considered to be the 'Song of the Summer' for 2021?

  1. Butter by BTS

  2. Good 4 U by Olivia Rodrigo

  3. Leave the Door Open by Silk Sonic

  4. Peaches by Justin Bieber ft. Daniel Caesar & Giveon
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Explanation

Butter by BTS, released in 2021, became a global hit, topping charts worldwide and defining the summer of that year.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT an electronic music video?

  1. Daft Punk - One More Time

  2. The Chemical Brothers - Hey Boy Hey Girl

  3. Fatboy Slim - Weapon of Choice

  4. Michael Jackson - Thriller
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Explanation

Michael Jackson - Thriller is not an electronic music video. It is a traditional pop video.

Multiple choice

Which iconic music moment featured Michael Jackson's moonwalk debut during his performance of 'Billie Jean' at the 1983 Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever TV special?

  1. Michael Jackson's Motown 25 Performance

  2. Michael Jackson's 'Billie Jean' Performance

  3. Michael Jackson's Motown 25 'Billie Jean' Performance

  4. None of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Michael Jackson's moonwalk debut during his performance of 'Billie Jean' at the Motown 25 TV special is considered one of the most iconic moments in music history.

Multiple choice

Which iconic music moment featured Lady Gaga's meat dress at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards?

  1. Lady Gaga's VMA Performance

  2. Lady Gaga's Meat Dress Performance

  3. Lady Gaga's VMA Meat Dress Performance

  4. None of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Lady Gaga's appearance in a meat dress at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards is considered one of the most iconic moments in pop culture history.

Multiple choice

Which iconic music moment featured Beyoncé's surprise performance of 'Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)' at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards?

  1. Beyoncé's VMA Performance

  2. Beyoncé's 'Single Ladies' Performance

  3. Beyoncé's VMA 'Single Ladies' Performance

  4. None of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Beyoncé's surprise performance of 'Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)' at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards is considered one of the most iconic moments in pop culture history.

Multiple choice

Who directed the music video for OK Go's "Here It Goes Again," which features a complex and meticulously choreographed treadmill routine?

  1. Trish Sie

  2. Michel Gondry

  3. Spike Jonze

  4. Mark Romanek
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Explanation

Trish Sie directed the music video for OK Go's "Here It Goes Again," which is known for its innovative and visually stunning choreography.