Part of the 80s Music Chart Challenge archive — 2,800+ curated trivia questions and growing daily.
Preserved exactly as it ran on August 11, 2026, this quiz covers 7 questions from across 1982–1989. Recurring threads include Producers and Collaborations. Christopher Cross, America, and Janet Jackson are among the artists represented in the questions. The difficulty breaks down into 3 moderate, 3 hard, and 1 expert questions. It is one entry in a growing archive of daily 1980s chart quizzes. The run rewards steady chart knowledge as the questions grow tougher toward the end. Every question carries its correct answer and a full explanation, so the page doubles as a chart-history refresher.
This archive page preserves the daily quiz as published, with answers and explanations included.
“Think of Laura” by Christopher Cross gained exposure from which television series?
“Think of Laura” by Christopher Cross was popularized through frequent exposure on the soap opera 'General Hospital' in the early 1980s.
“Undercover of the Night” by The Rolling Stones appears on which album?
“Undercover of the Night” is the lead single from The Rolling Stones’ 1983 album 'Undercover,' featuring a politically charged theme.
Which writer pairing is credited on Janet Jackson's 1982 A&M single 'Young Love' involving Bobby Watson and Angela Winbush?
Rene Moore and Angela Winbush co-wrote and produced 'Young Love,' contributing to Janet Jackson's early A&M releases.
Who is credited as producer-writer for The Cars' 'Coming Up You'?
Ric Ocasek, frontman of The Cars, is credited as both producer and writer on 'Coming Up You'.
“You Can Do Magic” by America was written by which songwriter who had also been a member of Argent?
Russ Ballard, formerly of Argent, wrote and produced "You Can Do Magic," helping America return to the charts.
Which writer is paired with Steve Winwood on the song "Valerie," produced by S. Winwood and T. Lord-Alge?
Will Jennings co-wrote "Valerie" with Steve Winwood, contributing to the track’s memorable lyrics and melody.
Who produced Roy Orbison's 1989 song "You Got It"?
Jeff Lynne of Electric Light Orchestra produced "You Got It," contributing to its polished and melodic rock sound.