Part of the 80s Music Chart Challenge archive — 2,800+ curated trivia questions and growing daily.
The May 21, 2026 edition of the 80s Music Chart Challenge featured 7 Billboard Hot 100 trivia questions covering Annie Lennox and Al Green, Fleetwood Mac, Mr. Mister, and Toto. The questions span 1981 through 1988. Topics covered include Billboard Hot 100, Movie Soundtracks and Producers, with difficulty levels ranging from 3 moderate, 3 hard, 1 expert. Each question includes the correct answer and a detailed explanation covering chart positions, artist background, and production context.
This archive page preserves the daily quiz as published, with answers and explanations included.
Annie Lennox and Al Green recorded "Put a Little Love in Your Heart" for the soundtrack of which 1988 holiday film?
Their duet was featured in 'Scrooged', a 1988 modern take on the classic holiday tale.
The 1987 Fleetwood Mac song "Seven Wonders" features lead vocals by Stevie Nicks, but the lyrics were primarily inspired by a poem written by which of her friends?
Sandy Stewart wrote the poem that inspired the lyrics of "Seven Wonders," contributing to Stevie Nicks' emotive storytelling.
As specified on the chart credits, the song “Kyrie” by Mr. Mister was produced by the band and Paul DeVilliers, who was also the live sound engineer for which arena rock act?
Paul DeVilliers, associated with Mr. Mister’s “Kyrie,” also served as live sound engineer for the progressive rock band Yes.
“Africa” by Toto was written by David Paich and which bandmate?
Jeff Porcaro co-wrote "Africa" with David Paich, crafting one of Toto's biggest and most enduring hits.
The 1981 Santana hit "Winning" was a cover of a song originally written and recorded by which former Argent lead singer?
Russ Ballard, former lead singer of Argent, originally wrote and recorded the song "Winning" covered by Santana in 1981.
Who produced the 1984 duet 'Say Say Say' by Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson?
'Say Say Say' was produced by George Martin, famed for his work with The Beatles, contributing to the polished production of this hit collaboration.
Bruce Springsteen’s "I'm on Fire" achieved its distinctive haunting atmosphere through the use of a Roland RE-201 Space Echo and which unconventional drumming choice?
To achieve the song's subtle percussive feel, brushes were used on the drums instead of sticks, complementing the echo effects from the Roland Space Echo for a haunting texture.