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How Well Do You Know Your One-Hit Wonders from the 1980s?

1980's One-Hit Wonders Quiz

Get ready to take a nostalgic trip back to the 1980s with this exciting quiz about one-hit wonder bands from that iconic decade!

Test your knowledge of the catchy tunes that dominated the airwaves for a brief moment in time, but left an indelible mark on pop culture. From new wave anthems to synth-pop classics, this quiz covers a wide range of memorable hits that defined the era. Challenge yourself to recall the artists behind these unforgettable songs and discover interesting tidbits about their creation and impact.

Whether you’re a die-hard ’80s music fan or just curious about this unique slice of music history, this quiz is sure to entertain and maybe even surprise you with some lesser-known facts about these fleeting stars of the MTV generation.

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One-Hit Wonders – 1980s

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867-5309 belonged to which girl in Tommy Tutone’s 1981 hit?

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Take On Me topped the charts in 1985, but can you name the Norwegian band behind this iconic hit?

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Who performed “I Want Candy” in 1982?

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What did Thomas Dolby declare himself blinded by?

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Who sang “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” in 1985?

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Which band performed “Whip It” in 1980?

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What was Baltimora’s only hit in 1985?

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Which group had the hit “I Wanna Be a Cowboy” in 1986?

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Who performed “The Future’s So Bright, I Gotta Wear Shades” in 1986?

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What was Midnight Oil’s biggest US hit in 1987?

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Which band sang “Mexican Radio” in 1982?

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What was After the Fire’s only hit in 1982?

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What was Taco’s only hit in 1982?

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Who sang “Obsession” in 1984?

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Which band had the hit “Turning Japanese” in 1980?

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Fill in the blank: “Rock Me _____”

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99 _____ floated to success for Nena in 1983. What were they?

18 / 25

Finish the lyrics to Bow Wow Wow’s hit song, “I want _______”

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What did Murray Head say about “One Night in Bangkok”?

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Puttin’ on the ___ was a hit for Taco in 1983?

21 / 25

Which 1983 hit by Musical Youth advised “Pass the Dutchie” where?

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Walking on Sunshine brightened up 1985, but which band performed this happy hit?

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What 1987 hit single by Patrick Swayze was also in “Dirty Dancing?”

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Complete the lyrics: “I just died in your arms _____”

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Which actress appeared in Toni Basil’s cheerleader-themed music video “Mickey”?

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