Musical Decades Quiz: 80s, 90s & 00s Hits ๐ŸŽถ

Retro ghetto blaster symbolising 80s, 90s and 00s music culture

How well do you know your 80s, 90s & 00s music?

From Take On Me to Mr. Brightside, from Spice Girls sass to Nirvana’s grunge, these were the tracks that soundtracked our lives. ๐ŸŽง

Me? I had A-ha, Pet Shop Boys, Madonna (essential!), and plenty of Bjรถrk (It’s Oh So Quiet, anyone?), among others, on repeat. How about you?

So… how well do you remember the anthems, artists and unforgettable moments from the 80s, 90s and 00s? ๐ŸŽถ Let’s find out…


Tap to reveal the answer and see if you got it right!

Q1: Which band released the hit song "Sweet Child O' Mine" in 1987? Guns N' Roses, released on their debut studio album, Appetite for Destruction

Q2: Who sang "Like a Prayer" in 1989? Madonna, from her fourth studio album of the same name

Q3: What was the title of Nirvana’s 1991 groundbreaking album? Nevermind

Q4: Which all-female group, famous for their hit "Walk Like an Egyptian" in 1986, had a distinct blend of pop and new wave? (Bonus points if you start walking like an Egyptian while answering! ๐Ÿบ๐Ÿ’ƒ) The Bangles

Q5: Which artist released "Billie Jean" in 1982? Michael Jackson - Thriller Album

Q6: In which year did the Spice Girls release "Wannabe"? ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿผ✨ 1996, where it reached No. 1 on the charts of 37 countries

Q7: What was the name of Destiny's Child’s debut album released in 1998? Destiny's Child

Q8: Which 2000s artist was known for the hit single "Yeah!" featuring Lil Jon and Ludacris? Usher

Q9: "Smells Like Teen Spirit" is a hit song by which Seattle-based band? Nirvana

Q10: Who released the album "Jagged Little Pill" in 1995? Alanis Morissette

Q11: Which band is known for the hit song "Take On Me" from 1985? A-ha

Q12: Which American girl group released the smash hit "No Scrubs" in 1999? TLC

Q13: Which rock band released "Under the Bridge" in 1992? Red Hot Chili Peppers

Q14: Which 1999 song by Santana features Rob Thomas of Matchbox Twenty? Smooth

Q15: "I Will Always Love You" was famously sung by which artist in 1992? Whitney Houston

Q16: Which iconic boy band released "I Want It That Way" in 1999? Backstreet Boys

Q17: Who released the hit song "Viva La Vida" in 2008, which went on to become a global anthem? Coldplay

Q18: "Toxic" was a big hit for which pop star in 2004? Britney Spears

Q19: Which 1980s band sang "Don't Stop Believin'"? American rock band Journey

Q20: Who sang "Rolling in the Deep" in 2010? Adele


Check your score

Now that you've uncovered all 20 answers — how did you do?

18–20 correct – Music Legend ๐ŸŽค You’re absolutely on top of the 80s, 90s, and 00s hits! You’ve got music knowledge like no other. Time to hit the karaoke stage and belt out those classics!

10–17 correct – Music Enthusiast ๐ŸŽถ Great job! You know a lot of the iconic tunes, but there's always room for a bit more musical exploration. Keep listening and you'll soon be a pro!

0–9 correct – Music Explorer ๐ŸŽง Looks like you’ve got a bit of catching up to do, but don’t worry! Every song is a new opportunity to learn. Keep spinning those tunes and you’ll get there!




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