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Question 1Who sang “Like a Virgin” in 1984?See the answer

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Madonna

Madonna's "Like a Virgin" marked a pivotal point in her career, catapulting her to the status of a global superstar. Her memorable performance at the 1984 MTV Video Music Awards, singing the song while wearing a wedding dress and a veil, became…

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Question 2Which band performed “Don’t Stop Believin'” in 1981?See the answer

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Journey

"Don't Stop Believin'" is one of the most recognized and enduring songs of the 80s. Although it only reached 9th place on the Billboard Hot 100 upon its release, its popularity exploded in the following years, particularly due to its use in…

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Question 3Which artist released the album Thriller in 1982?See the answer

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Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson released the album "Thriller" in November 1982. Produced with Quincy Jones, it mixes pop, funk, rock and rhythm and blues and contains notably "Billie Jean", "Beat It" and "Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'". The title song was released as a single…

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  1. Who composed the memorable soundtrack for the movie “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring”?See the answer
  2. Which Whitney Houston song, released in 1987, became a global hit?See the answer
  3. Which song by Prince became iconic in 1984?See the answer
  4. Which of these bands is not associated with the New Wave movement of the 80s?See the answer
  5. Who performed “With or Without You,” released in 1987?See the answer
  6. Which jazz singer is nicknamed “The First Lady of Song”?See the answer
  7. Which Miles Davis album is considered a cornerstone of modal jazz?See the answer
  8. Who is considered the father of modern jazz?See the answer
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