Part of the 80s Music Chart Challenge archive — 2,800+ curated trivia questions and growing daily.
Saved from August 19, 2026, the quiz gathers 7 questions that trace real Billboard chart moments of the decade. Questions here touch on Starship, Edie Brickell & New Bohemians, and Robert Plant, among others. The questions lean into Movie Soundtracks and Producers. It mixes 3 moderate, 3 hard, and 1 expert questions. Every entry is tied to a documented Billboard chart run rather than fan lore. All 7 questions are drawn from Billboard Hot 100 chart history. 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.
“A Little Respect” by Erasure was written by which duo?
Erasure’s core members Vince Clarke and Andy Bell wrote the iconic synthpop anthem “A Little Respect.”
Both “Who’s That Girl” and “Causing a Commotion” by Madonna were featured on which soundtrack album?
Both songs were part of the soundtrack to Madonna's 1987 film Who’s That Girl, which doubled as a successful album release.
“What I Am” by Edie Brickell & New Bohemians was produced by whom?
Pat Moran produced “What I Am,” helping craft the alternative rock sound of Edie Brickell & New Bohemians.
Which writers are credited on Kool & The Gang's 1982 single 'Big Fun' produced by Eumir Deodato?
'Big Fun' was written by several band members including Ronald Bell and George Brown alongside Kool & The Gang collectively, with production by Eumir Deodato.
Robert Plant’s 'Pledge Pin' came from his early solo Swan Song releases and featured a lean writing credit. Who were the credited writers?
'Pledge Pin' was written by Robert Plant and Benji Blunt, marking a focused songwriting partnership on Swan Song Records.
Which co-writer of Starship’s “We Built This City” later co-wrote Heart’s “These Dreams"?
Martin Page co-wrote Starship’s “We Built This City” and later co-wrote Heart's hit "These Dreams," showcasing his influence in 1980s pop rock songwriting.
Who is the most precise production credit for Kool & The Gang's "Too Hot"?
Eumir Deodato co-produced "Too Hot" with Kool & The Gang, maintaining the band's production identity.