Part of the 80s Music Chart Challenge archive — 2,800+ curated trivia questions and growing daily.
The May 25, 2026 edition of the 80s Music Chart Challenge featured 7 Billboard Hot 100 trivia questions covering The Beach Boys, New Kids on the Block, John Cougar, and Men at Work. The questions span 1982 through 1989. Topics covered include Movie Soundtracks, Producers and Grammy History, 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.
"Kokomo" by The Beach Boys appeared on the soundtrack of which Tom Cruise film released in 1988?
'Kokomo' was prominently featured in 'Cocktail', boosting its popularity as a hit in 1988.
New Kids on the Block, who charted in May 1989 with "I'll Be Loving You (Forever)," were created and produced by which music industry figure?
Maurice Starr was the creator and producer behind New Kids on the Block, guiding their early success.
“Hurts So Good” by John Cougar won a Grammy Award in which category?
"Hurts So Good" won the Grammy for Best Rock Vocal Performance, Male, recognizing John Cougar’s impactful vocal delivery in 1982.
“Overkill” was a hit from which Men at Work album?
"Overkill" was featured on Men at Work’s second album, "Cargo."
Who wrote and produced “Opposites Attract” by Paula Abdul?
Oliver Leiber was the songwriter and producer behind Paula Abdul’s hit “Opposites Attract,” which showcased a blend of pop and hip-hop influences.
Which longtime Elton John lyricist co-wrote “We Built This City” by Starship?
Bernie Taupin, Elton John's longtime lyricist, co-wrote “We Built This City.”
“Here Comes the Rain Again” was written by Annie Lennox and which collaborator?
Annie Lennox and David A. Stewart co-wrote "Here Comes the Rain Again," one of Eurythmics’ signature songs.