Robert Palmer quizzes
Robert Palmer was a British singer-songwriter known for blending rock, pop, and soul into a distinctive sound; best remembered for hits like "Addicted to Love" and "Simply Irresistible," Palmer’s career spanned four decades and multiple chart-topping albums. His stylish music videos and powerful voice helped define 1980s rock-pop crossover appeal.
Did You Know?
Robert Palmer was born in Batley, West Riding of Yorkshire, England on January 19, 1949.
Practice Questions
Q:What was Robert Palmer's biggest solo hit?
A:"Addicted to Love" (1986).
Released in 1986 from the album Riptide, "Addicted to Love" became Palmer's signature solo single and reached high chart positions worldwide, boosted by its iconic music video and mainstream rock radio play.
Q:When did Robert Palmer's professional music career begin?
A:Early 1970s with Vinegar Joe and solo recordings.
Palmer started in the early 1970s, first as a solo artist and then with Vinegar Joe, quickly developing a reputation for blending rock, soul and sophisticated production techniques.
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