Battle of the Genres
Which one of these songs is considered pop?
A. Umbrella by Rihanna, B. Smells Like Teen Spirit by Nirvana, C. Not Like Us by Kendrick Lamar, or D. Jump by Van Halen (hint: ask for 10 second snippets of any of these songs)
A. Umbrella by Rihanna
The 2024 smash hit "Die with a Smile" features two artists known as _ and _.
The 2024 smash hit "Die with a Smile" features two artists known as Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars.
In 1982, one of, if not the most famous person of all time released his classic album, Thriller.
In 1982, Michael Jackson released his classic album, Thriller
This artist performed at the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show.
Kendrick Lamar performed at the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show.
This song features the lyrics, "Every single day. And every word you say. Every game you play, every night you stay. I'll be watching you."
"Every Breath You Take" by The Police
Pop music in its modern form originated when?
Pop music in its modern form originated in the mid 1950s.
The 1981 rock classic that featured David Bowie is? (hint: ask for a 10 second snippet)
The 1981 rock classic that featured David Bowie is Under Pressure by Queen and David Bowie.
The last two albums from Sabrina Carpenter are _ and _.
The last two albums from Sabrina Carpenter are Short n' Sweet and Man's Best Friend.
The iconic Christmas hit "Last Christmas" released in _
The iconic Christmas hit "Last Christmas" released in December of 1984, exactly December 3rd, 1984.
This famous theme song includes the lyrics, "I wanna be the very best. Like no one ever was. To catch them is my real test."
"Pokémon Theme" by Jason Paige
One of the last big time disco hits, the Bee Gees recorded this classic for the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack in 1977.
"Stayin' Alive" by the Bee Gees
This 1985 smash hit features Beatles alum Paul McCartney with Michael Jackson. (hint: ask for 10 second snippet)
"Say Say Say" by Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson.
The 2005 hit "Since U Been Gone" was the biggest song from this album.
Breakaway by Kelly Clarkson
This spooky 80s throwback features the King of Pop on backing vocals. (hint: ask who is the King of Pop)
Somebody's Watching Me by Rockwell
Whitney Houston took this song to number one on the Hot 100 in 1987, asking to "dance with somebody."
I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)
Olivia Rodrigo's 2021 pop single that became a smash hit, setting the stage for her career in the future. (hint: ask for 5 second snippet)
"drivers license" by Olivia Rodrigo
In 2018, _ and _ performed this power ballad for the film, A Star Is Born.
"Shallow" by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper
In 1966, the Beach Boys released this classic rock album that featured the well known song, "Wouldn't It Be Nice."
"Pet Sounds" by the Beach Boys
The Beatles or Michael Jackson sold more records.
The Beatles sold more records (600 million) than Michael Jackson (500 million).
This 2005 hit that reached #2 in the U.K. and #14 in the U.S. features the lyrics, "City's breaking down on a camel's back. They just have to go, 'cause they don't know wack. So, while you fill the streets, it's appealing to see."
"Feel Good Inc" by Gorillaz
In 1986, this Run D.M.C./Aerosmith collab helped pioneer the hip hop genre and helped put it on the map.
"Walk This Way" by Run D.M.C and Aerosmith
This iconic pairing of Beyonce and Lady Gaga in 2009 took the Hot 100 by storm.
"Telephone" by Lady Gaga and Beyonce
This 2001 record is regarded as one of the greatest ever and even reached 68 on Apple Music's 100 Best Albums list. (hint: ask for 10 second snippets of one of the songs on the album)
"Is This It" by The Strokes
The 1989 hit song, "We Didn't Start the Fire" by Billy Joel has _ references to pop culture.
"We Didn't Start the Fire" has 119 references to pop culture
This 2025 single is regarded as song of the summer and was featured on the artist's 7th studio album this year (2025 and also hint: ask for 5 second snippet)
"Manchild" by Sabrina Carpenter