Part of the 80s Music Chart Challenge archive — 2,800+ curated trivia questions and growing daily.
On September 16, 2026 the daily challenge served up 7 Billboard Hot 100 questions, kept here for replay. Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Julian Lennon, and Hall & Oates are among the artists represented in the questions. Expect a climb from moderate footing into 3 hard and 1 expert questions. Recurring threads include Collaborations, Movie Soundtracks, and Debut Albums. It is one entry in a growing archive of daily 1980s chart quizzes. In total the set spans 7 different acts from the decade. Answers and background notes follow each question, making it easy to read through at your own pace.
This archive page preserves the daily quiz as published, with answers and explanations included.
Which Hall & Oates album featured both 'Private Eyes' and 'I Can’t Go for That (No Can Do)'?
The 1981 album 'Private Eyes' by Hall & Oates included the hits 'Private Eyes' and 'I Can’t Go for That (No Can Do)'.
Olivia Newton-John, who charted with “Physical,” had starred the previous year in which film musical?
Olivia Newton-John starred in the 1980 musical film 'Xanadu', blending 80s pop with fantasy elements before releasing the hit song 'Physical' in 1981.
“Little Liar” by Joan Jett and the Blackhearts was co-written by Joan Jett and which hit songwriter?
Desmond Child co-wrote “Little Liar” with Joan Jett, contributing to her enduring rock success.
"Too Late for Goodbyes" by Julian Lennon comes from which debut album?
"Too Late for Goodbyes" was a hit single from Julian Lennon's 1984 debut album "Valotte," which established his solo career.
“Blame It on the Rain” was included on which North American Milli Vanilli album?
“Blame It on the Rain” was featured on Milli Vanilli’s 1989 North American debut album Girl You Know It’s True.
Tracy Chapman's self-titled 1988 debut album, featuring 'Baby Can I Hold You,' was produced by which producer?
David Kershenbaum produced Tracy Chapman's debut, contributing to its clean and soulful production style.
Which company was founded by Paul McCartney to manage his post-Beatles publishing and was active during the release of “Say Say Say”?
Paul McCartney formed MPL Communications to oversee his publishing rights following The Beatles, including during his collaboration with Michael Jackson on “Say Say Say.”