Part of the 80s Music Chart Challenge archive — 2,800+ curated trivia questions and growing daily.
Revisiting the daily quiz from October 5, 2026, this set works through 7 questions rooted in genuine 1980s chart history. The difficulty breaks down into 3 moderate, 3 hard, and 1 expert questions. Names such as Siouxsie and the Banshees, Cher, and George Michael appear among the featured acts. Subjects covered include Producers and Movie Soundtracks. All 7 questions are drawn from Billboard Hot 100 chart history. It is one entry in a growing archive of daily 1980s chart quizzes. Answers and background notes follow each question, making it easy to read through at your own pace.
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Which artist made the English-language version of "Gloria," produced by Jack White, known for a larger American arena-pop vocal style?
Laura Branigan's version of "Gloria" was produced by Jack White and became a big American arena-pop hit with powerful vocals.
Cher's 1987 power ballad "I Found Someone" was co-written by which artist, who later became a major star himself, and was originally intended for his own songwriting portfolio?
Michael Bolton co-wrote "I Found Someone," which was originally meant for his own career before Cher recorded it.
"Magic" was a hit for which artist?
Olivia Newton-John's "Magic" topped the Hot 100 in 1980 and was featured in the movie Xanadu.
"Peek-a-Boo" by Siouxsie and the Banshees was released in the U.S. on which label?
Geffen Records handled the U.S. release of "Peek-a-Boo," broadening the band's alternative exposure.
What 1987 George Michael hit was the best-selling single of 1988 in the United States?
Released in late 1987, the rockabilly-infused 'Faith' had immense staying power, dominating the charts and ultimately becoming the biggest single of the following year, 1988.
Mr. Mister’s “Broken Wings” was produced by whom?
Paul De Villiers produced Mr. Mister's “Broken Wings,” helping the band achieve their signature polished sound on this 1985 hit.
What broader commercial movement did Mickey Gilley's "Stand by Me" fit into?
"Stand by Me" was part of the country-pop crossover trend popularized by the film "Urban Cowboy."