Play Awesome 80s Music Quiz: Match the 80s Hit to the Star
Awesome 80s Music Quiz: Match the 80s Hit to the Star
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Soft Cell's synthpop hit 'Tainted Love' is actually a cover of a 1964 soul recording by Gloria Jones, and the duo's minimalist electronic arrangement transformed the song into an 80s classic.
Practice Questions
Q:What 1983 song made Michael Jackson the 'King of Pop'?
A:“Billie Jean” by Michael Jackson.
Released in 1983, “Billie Jean” topped global charts with its iconic bassline and dance moves. Its groundbreaking music video defined MTV's early years and elevated Jackson to unmatched pop superstardom.
Q:Which British band filled dance floors with 'Tainted Love' in 1981?
A:Soft Cell.
Soft Cell’s synth-driven cover of 'Tainted Love' transformed an old soul tune into an electro hit. Its minimalist production and edgy attitude defined the synth-pop sound of early 80s nightlife.
Simple Minds' 'Don't You (Forget About Me)' was written for the film The Breakfast Club, and Simple Minds initially turned the song down before agreeing to record it—then the song became the band's best-known US hit.