Finish the Lyric
Kiss and Angel
What is Good Morning
An event that helped galvanize the early Civil Rights movement, on December 1, 1955, this African-American woman refused to give up her seat to a white passenger on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama.
Who is "Rosa Parks"
Patsy Cline came into national prominence when she performed on a popular TV talent show. What was the show?
Arthur Godfrey's Talent Scouts
Which of these types of 50s skirts had large appliques of dogs on them?
Poodle Skirts
What products did Hazel Bishop make?
Cosmetics
“Hound Dog” by Elvis Presley:
Well, you ain't never caught a _____
And you ain’t no friend of mine
Rabbit
On November 3, 1954, this classic film monster rampaged through Tokyo for the first time.
Who is "Godzilla"
"The Three Bells" by The Browns was a huge crossover hit in the late 50s. How many siblings sang on the recording?
Three
What are the hairdos commonly associated with "greasers" called in the US?
Ducktail hairdos
What product did Speedy pitch?
Alka-Seltzer
“Peggy Sue” by Buddy Holly:
If you knew Peggy Sue
Then you’d know why I feel ____
Blue
On February 16, 1959, this Communist rebel leader was sworn in as Prime Minister of Cuba.
who is Fidel Castro
Johnny Horton's hit "North to Alaska" was the title song of a John Wayne movie.
True
What were the most common color(s) for saddle shoes?
black and white
What prize was offered in a box of Quaker Oats Shredded Wheat?
land
“Chantilly Lace” by The Big Bopper:
Chantilly lace and a pretty face
And a pony tail _________
A wiggle in the walk and a giggle in the talk
Hanging Down
On February 6, 1952, she became Queen of England.
Who is Elizabeth II
One of Elvis Presley's early recordings on SUN Records was an up-tempo rockabilly version of the bluegrass classic "Blue Moon of Kentucky". But who wrote and originally recorded the song?
Bill Monroe
What toy came out in 1957 that children use by circling it about their waist and making it spin?
Hula hoop
Where would you use "Butch Wax"?
Hair
“Blue Suede Shoes” by Carl Perkins:
You can burn my house,
you can steal my car
Drink my _____ from an old fruit jar
Liquor
In September 1951, "Ol' Blue Eyes" made his Las Vegas debut at the Sands Hotel.
Who is Frank Sinatra
Ray Charles' recording of "I Can't Stop Loving You" was one of the top hits of 1960. But who wrote and originally recorded the song before Ray?
Don Gibson
Which of these was one of the first TV sitcoms, and showed the daily events of a woman and her friend as they got into trouble?
I Love Lucy
What did Betty Furness hawk on television?
Westinghouse appliances
“Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera, Sera)” by Doris Day:
Que Sera, Sera
Whatever will be, will be
The future’s not ________
Ours to see
The movie "Love Me Tender" premiered in November 1956. Which celebrities were the three MAIN stars of the movie?
Elvis Presley/Debra Paget/Richard Egan
One of the biggest country hits of the 1950s was a cover of "In The Jailhouse Now" by Webb Pierce. Who is credited as the original writer and singer?
Jimmie Rodgers
What pop culture idols died in what is known as "The Day the Music Died"?
Buddy Holly, Richie Valens, and Jiles P. Richardson (the Big Bopper)
What was a 78?
Record
“The Great Pretender” by The Platters:
Oh-oh, yes I'm the great pretender
______ in a world of my own
Adrift
This comedian's show premiered on CBS in October and ran through 1965. The program featured the star's wife, Mary Livingstone, and the skits frequently lampooned his supposed cheapness. What is the name of this famous comedian?
Jack Benny
What vocal duo had a hit with "I Forgot More (Than You'll Ever Know)"?
The Davis Sisters
What actor was killed in a car crash on the way to participate in a sports car race?
James Dean
What was an Edsel?
Automobile
“Wake Up Little Susie” by The Everly Brothers:
Wake up little Susie, wake up little Susie
Well I told your mama ______________
That you'd be home by ten
Which American television sitcom, starring Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz was released on 15 October 1951?
I Love Lucy
One of Ray Price's signature songs was "Crazy Arms". But what legendary rock and roller scored a regional country hit with his version, recorded at SUN Studios?
Jerry Lee Lewis
What war between parts of an Asian country took place in the 1950s?
Korean War
What is Ipana?
Toothpaste