Part of the 80s Music Chart Challenge archive — 2,800+ curated trivia questions and growing daily.
This October 13, 2026 archive holds 7 chart-history questions pulled from the heart of the 1980s. It mixes 3 moderate, 3 hard, and 1 expert questions. Names such as Karen Carpenter, Peaches & Herb, and The Who appear among the featured acts. The themes reach into Producers and Collaborations. The run rewards steady chart knowledge as the questions grow tougher toward the end. The chart years stretch from 1980 to 1989. Its sound sits squarely in the funk corner of the era. Browse the answers and notes to see how each chart fact fits into the wider decade.
This archive page preserves the daily quiz as published, with answers and explanations included.
“Kiss” by The Art of Noise featuring Tom Jones was originally written by which artist?
Prince wrote and originally recorded “Kiss,” which was later covered by The Art of Noise with vocals by Tom Jones.
The massive disco-funk crossover hit "Celebration" by Kool & The Gang was produced by which influential Brazilian musician and arranger?
Eumir Deodato, a Brazilian producer known for his fusion work, produced the hit "Celebration" for Kool & The Gang.
Phil Ramone’s connection to Karen Carpenter’s 1989 song 'If I Had You' was established in what role?
Phil Ramone was the producer on the original sessions for 'If I Had You.'
Under which label did Tami Show's 'She’s Only 20' appear?
'She’s Only 20' was released through Chrysalis Records, a notable label at the time.
Which production team produced “Miss You Much” by Janet Jackson?
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis were the production duo behind Janet Jackson’s hit “Miss You Much,” helping to define the new jack swing sound.
The 1981 album Face Dances, which includes "You Better You Bet," was the first studio album The Who recorded after the death of Keith Moon, featuring which new drummer?
Kenney Jones joined The Who as their drummer for Face Dances following the death of original drummer Keith Moon.
Which songwriting duo was responsible for writing the Peaches & Herb ballad “I Pledge My Love,” continuing their late-1970s collaboration?
Dino Fekaris and Freddie Perren wrote 'I Pledge My Love,' reinforcing their successful songwriting and production partnership with Peaches & Herb.