Squeeze quizzes
Squeeze is an English rock and new wave band from London, best known for hits like "Cool for Cats" and "Up the Junction"; founders Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook are celebrated for their clever songwriting and catchy melodies. Discover Squeeze songs, albums, and tour dates for fans of classic UK pop-rock.
Did You Know?
Squeeze’s smash “Tempted” is sung by keyboardist Paul Carrack — not the band’s usual lead — and his voice helped make it one of their biggest hits in the U.S.
Practice Questions
Q:What defines Squeeze’s legacy in British rock history?
A:Brilliant songwriting and influence on 1980s pop.
Squeeze’s craftsmanship, storytelling, and melodic skill earned them enduring respect among peers, influencing bands like Blur and Crowded House. Their songs remain staples of British new wave heritage.
Q:Which song became Squeeze’s biggest U.S. chart success?
A:'Tempted.'
‘Tempted’ reached moderate chart success in the U.S. but became a longstanding FM radio favorite, helping introduce Squeeze to a wider international audience beyond Britain.
Squeeze Fact Sheet
| Inception | Formed in London, England in 1974. |
| Members | Jools Holland, Glenn Tilbrook, Paul Carrack, Chris Difford |
| Top Albums | Cool for Cats (1979), East Side Story (1981), Argybargy (1980), Spot the Difference (2010), Babylon and On (1986), Sweets From a Stranger (1982), Play (1991), Some Fantastic Place (1993), Cradle to the Grave (2015), Frank (1989). |
| Top Songs | Tempted (1981), Up The Junction (1979), Cool For Cats (1979), Pulling mussels, Another Nail In My Heart (1980), Go, Black Coffee In Bed (1982), Take Me I'm Yours (1978), Labelled With Love (1981), Annie Get Your Gun (1982). |
| UK Singles Chart | 3 Top-10 Hits |
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