70's
This band's song "Let it Be" contains a line regarding Mother Mary, which actually is reference to a band member's mother
Who are the Beatles
Complete with red leather jacket and zombie make up, this song's music video was the epitome of horro movie theatrics
What is "Thriller"
This all girl group took the UK by storm in 1996, and then made their way over to America to spread Girl Power. They were also the first CD I ever bought with my own money (don't judge me)
Who are The Spice Girls
This country song by Alan Jackson and Jimmy Buffet emphasizes that time zones can be a loop hole for a cocktail. Just not while you're on the clock guys!
What is "It's 5 o'clock Somewhere"
"If there was a problem Yo, I'll solve it Check out the hook while my DJ revolves it"
What is "Ice, Ice, Baby" by Vanilla Ice
This family musical group came out with hit songs, like "I Want You Back" and "ABC"
Who are the Jackson 5?
This band's one hit wonder music video consisted of a diner, a chase scene and was mostly comprised of a comic-like animation. (Bonus points if you know the song!)
What is Ah Ha's "Take on Me"
Lauryn Hill's stunning voice in the band The Fugee's was at the heart of the major-hit remake of this Roberta Flack song
What is "Killing me Softly"
This hit defined her style of cool — both an art freak and a mainstream prom fave. Any fool who bets against this singer obviously can't read her poker face.
Who is Lady Gaga
"Insanity laughs, under pressure we're breaking
Can't we give ourselves one more chance?
Why can't we give love that one more chance?"
What is "Under Pressure" by Queen featuring David Bowie
Another band comprised of family members, this group's hit song "I think I love you" has been played on loop in my house since the movie The Croods 2 was released
Who are the Partridge Family
Based on popular culture, when someone gets another person to unknowingly listen to Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give you Up", it is affectionately referred to as being this. (I may have done this to the entire unit a couple of weeks ago. Shh!!)
What is Rick Rolled?
This singer was banned from performing on Saturday Night Live, when she ripped up a picture of Pope Jon Paul II after her live performance
Who is Sinead O'Connor?
This song made Rihanna a superstar and spent ten weeks at number one during the summer of 2007. It was also accompanied by rapper Jay-Z
What is "Umbrella"
"..You're breaking my heart! You're shaking my confidence daily.."
What is "Cecila" by Simon and Garfunkel
This group’s writing process started with guitarist Tony Iommi playing a riff, and Ozzy Osbourne creating a melody.
Who is Black Sabbath?
This musician had multiple hits in the 80's, had a soundtrack song for the icon movie "The Goonies", and starred in her own cult classic movie called "Vibes"
Who is Cyndi Lauper
Not to be outdone by his brother, this model/actor took on a singing career of his own with the "Funky Bunch" with his hit song "Good Vibrations" (not to be confused with the Beach Boys)
Who is Mark Wahlberg (Marky Mark)
The self-proclaimed (and universally recognized) Queen of Hip-Hop Soul delivered many perfect dance songs and was recently a performer at the Half Time show during the last Super Bowl
Who is Mary J Blige
It's not right, it's not fair
What you're missing over there
Someday I'll find a way to show you
Just how lucky I am, to know you
What is "The Way You Love Me" by Faith Hill
The original frontman, Syd Barrett, took this name from Pink Anderson and Floyd Council, a pair of blues artists whose music he loved.
Who is Pink Floyd?
This hit song can be found in the Ryan Reynolds movie "Deadpool", and is from the band Wham!
What is "Careless Whispers"
This sardonic ode to Teenage Angst remains popular today. Although the baby on the album covered is now in his 30's
What is "Smells Like Teen Spirit" by Nirvana
This Canadian band's poplar 00's song "Still Waiting" was claimed to be an anti George W Bush and Iraqi- War song, though the band claims it to be more so a war on "everything" song
Who is Sum 41
Twirling 'round with this familiar parable
Spinning, weaving 'round each new experience
Recognize this as a holy gift and
Celebrate this chance to be alive and breathing
What is "Parabola" by TOOL