250+ Best Music Trivia Questions and Answers for Teams

There’s a saying that goes, “Music is the window to the soul.” If you want to really get to know your colleagues on a more personal note, then try a music-based trivia game. From pop hits to timeless classics, everyone gets a chance to showcase their music knowledge and bond over the songs they love. Plus, it sparks engaging conversations that reveal surprising insights into your teammates’ personalities through their favorite genres and artists.

We’ve pulled out all the stops to create a mix of trivia questions on music that will strike the right note with your team. So let’s hit it!

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Why is Music Trivia Fun to Play with Coworkers?

Trivia about music is a great way to bring teams together over a universal topic that’s easy to enjoy, relate to, and use to have fun conversations. Whether your coworkers are die-hard fans of classic rock, pop chart-toppers, or movie soundtracks, everyone gets a chance to share their preferences and bond. Moreover, music quiz trivia can be adapted to any team size, format, and skill level, making it an inclusive team-building choice.

💡 Did You Know? Over 100,000 new songs are uploaded to streaming platforms every single day. Think your team can keep up?

250+ Best Music Trivia Questions for Your Team

These music-based trivia questions cover everything from pop hits and music awards to global artists, their collab tracks, and more. 

1. Pop Hits and Icons 🎤

Pop is still the most popular genre in the world, with people identifying over 700 genres they typically listen to. From catchy chart-toppers to unforgettable music videos, this category tests how well your team remembers the biggest pop stars and their hit songs.

Q: Which artist continued dominating global charts into 2026 following the success of The Tortured Poets Department?
A: Taylor Swift

Q: Which artist maintained popularity in 2026 with emotionally driven pop hits like “Lose Control”?
A: Teddy Swims

Q: Which song by Gigi Perez features the lyric-driven indie pop style and is titled after a nautical role?
A: Sailor Song

Q: Which track by Tyla is named after a luxury fashion brand and released following her hit “Water”?
A: CHANEL

Q: Which version of “Dracula” by Tame Impala includes a remix featuring Jennie?
A: Dracula (JENNIE Remix)

Q: Which song by MooMrProducer and AuraXx includes the word “Again” in its title and has been trending on streaming platforms?
A: Back Again

Q: Which track released by Sabrina Carpenter in her recent lineup is titled after an emotional reaction?
A: Tears

Q: Which song by Hanumankind features a high-energy title centered around ambition and success?
A: Run It Up

Q: What is the name of the track released by RAYE that includes a street name in its title?
A: Nightingale Lane

Q: Which song by Don Toliver has a title that reflects a coming-of-age theme?
A: Just a Boy

Q: Which song by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars was released as a collaboration in 2025?
A: Die With a Smile

Q: Which song by Alex Warren topped the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.S. in 2025?
A: Ordinary

Q: What song by the artists ROSÉ and Bruno Mars has become a global hit?
A: APT

Q: Which song by Sabrina Carpenter debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in June 2025?
A: Manchild

Q: Which artist released the hit song “Blurred Lines” in 2013?
A: Robin Thicke

Q: Who is Known as the Queen of Pop?
A: Madonna

Q: Which pop singer’s real name is Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta?
A: Lady Gaga

Q: What is the name of Billie Eilish’s debut single?
A: Ocean Eyes

Q: Which artist released the popular album called “Future Nostalgia”?
A: Dua Lipa

Q: Which British girl group reunited for a tour in 2019 after a decade?
A: The Spice Girls

Q: Which fictional K-pop girl group from KPop Demon Hunters hit No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 for their song ‘Golden’?
A: Huntr/x

Q: Which pop artist released the hit song ‘Firework’?
A: Katy Perry

Q: Which artists collaborated with Justin Bieber for the ‘Despacito’ remix?
A: Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee

Q: Which band released the hit song ‘Memories’?
A: Maroon 5

Q: Which song by Lil Nas X became a viral hit blending country and rap?
A: Old Town Road

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2. Soundtracks and Scores 🍿

Is your team familiar with the most iconic movie and TV show soundtracks? From unforgettable scores to chart-topping songs featured in movies, test your team’s smarts.

Q: Which composer returned to score Dune: Part Three, continuing the film’s signature desert-inspired sound?
A: Hans Zimmer

Q: What is the name of BTS’s 2026 global comeback album?
A: ARIRANG

Q: Which song by Shakira is featured in Zootopia 2?
A: Zoo

Q: What is the title of the track performed by Ice Spice for The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants?
A: Big Guy

Q: Which song by Don Toliver and Doja Cat was released as the lead single for the F1 The Movie soundtrack?
A: Lose My Mind

Q: Who composed the score for the film Avatar: Fire and Ash?
A: Simon Franglen

Q: Which Harry Styles song appears in Project Hail Mary as part of its additional soundtrack?
A: Sign of the Times

Q: Which Massive Attack song was covered by Grian Chatten for Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man soundtrack?
A: Angel

Q: What is the title of the lead single released from Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man soundtrack?
A: Puppet

Q: Who scored the soundtrack for the hit Netflix series Squid Game?
A: Jung Jae-il

Q: Which artists composed the orchestral score for the F1 film in 2025?
A: Hans Zimmer and Steve Mazzaro

Q: Which comedy-horror Netflix series features the song ‘Bloody Mary’ by Lady Gaga?
A: Wednesday

Q: What song did Taylor Swift release for the “Cats” movie soundtrack?
A: Beautiful Ghosts

Q: Who composed the iconic theme tune of the TV series “Game of Thrones”?
A: Ramin Djawadi

Q: Which song by Billie Eilish was featured in the James Bond film with the same name?
A: No Time to Die

Q: Who created the atmospheric score for the series “Stranger Things”?
A: Kyle Dixon and Michael Stein

Q: Which film features the soundtrack ‘Shallow’ by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper?
A: A Star Is Born

Q: Which series uses a minimalist score created by Hildur Guðnadóttir?
A: Chernobyl

Q: What is the title of the opening theme song for Money Heist by Cecilia Krull?
A: My Life Is Going On

Q: Who composed the Spooky score for the Netflix series “The Haunting of Hill House”?
A: The Newton Brothers

Q: Which composer is known for the epic soundtrack of the “Lord of the Rings” film trilogy?
A: Howard Shore

Q: In which film does the song “Danger Zone” by Kenny Loggins play prominently?
A: Top Gun

Q: Who composed recognizable musical themes of Star Wars, Indiana Jones, and Jurassic Park?
A: John Williams

Q: What is the best-selling soundtrack album of all time (not including streaming), having sold more than 45 million copies?
A: The Bodyguard

Q: Which animated film features the iconic song by Ariana DeBose, ‘This Wish’?
A: Wish

Q: What song by Simon & Garfunkel plays during the ending scene of The Graduate?
A: The Sound of Silence

Q: Which Pixar film soundtrack features the song “You’ve Got a Friend in Me”?
A: Toy Story

Q: What movie features the song “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” by Simple Minds?
A: The Breakfast Club

Q: Which recent superhero film features the song “Like a Prayer” by Madonna?
A: Deadpool & Wolverine

3.  TikTok & Viral Music Trends

Q: Which high-energy, gritty rap song is popular for dance and lifestyle content?

A: Gucci” – MAF Teeski

Q: Which song by Doja Cat went viral on TikTok with the “paint the town red” trend?
A: Paint the Town Red

Q: Which track by Tyla sparked a global dance trend with its amapiano beat?
A: Water

Q: Which sped-up version of a Billie Eilish song trended widely on TikTok in aesthetic edits?
A: What Was I Made For? (Sped Up)

Q: Which Olivia Rodrigo song became a viral trend for emotional “main character” moments?
A: Vampire

Q: Which song by Tate McRae went viral for its confident, attitude-driven dance trend?
A: Greedy

Q: Which track by RAYE gained viral popularity for its powerful vocals and storytelling clips?
A: Escapism

Q: Which Sabrina Carpenter song became a TikTok trend for sarcastic relationship humor?
A: Espresso

Q: Which viral TikTok trend features users speeding up songs for dramatic or aesthetic edits?
A: Sped-Up Audio Trend

Q: Which genre gained massive popularity on TikTok with dark, bass-heavy edits and drift visuals?
A: Phonk

Q: Which K-pop group’s song “Cupid” became a global TikTok sensation with a sped-up version?
A: FIFTY FIFTY

Q: Which song by PinkPantheress gained popularity through short aesthetic edits?
A: Boy’s a Liar

Q: Which trend involves pairing nostalgic songs with “POV” storytelling videos?
A: POV music trend

4. Music Across the Decades 🎶

Travel back through the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 2000s with this music quiz trivia category. Teams can test their knowledge of songs, artists, and albums with nostalgic music trivia questions and answers.

Q: Which artist’s album, Thriller, released in 1982, became the best-selling album of all time?
A: Michael Jackson

Q: Which British band released the song “Clocks” in 2003?
A: Coldplay

Q: Which 1991 hit song by Nirvana became an anthem for the grunge movement?
A: Smells Like Teen Spirit

Q: What song did Cyndi Lauper release in 1983 that became an anthem for female empowerment?
A: Girls Just Want to Have Fun

Q: Which iconic 1990s girl group released the song “No Scrubs”?
A: TLC

Q: Which 2007 single by Rihanna went on to win a Grammy?
A: Umbrella

Q: What 1987 hit by U2 became their first number-one song in the U.S.?
A: With or Without You

Q: Which album by Kanye West features the song “Gold Digger”?
A: Late Registration

Q: Which disco group is known for the hit “Stayin’ Alive”?
A: The Bee Gees

Q: Which boy band became a worldwide sensation with “I Want It That Way” in 1999?
A: Backstreet Boys

Q: Which rock band released the hit album “Rumours” in 1977?
A: Fleetwood Mac

Q: Which British singer had a 1980 hit with “Ashes to Ashes”?
A: David Bowie

Q: Which song by The Police won the Grammy for Song of the Year in 1983?
A: Every Breath You Take

Q: Which pop group released the song “Bye Bye Bye” in 2000?
A: NSYNC

Q: What is the name of Beyoncé’s debut solo album?
A: Dangerously in Love

Q: What was the name of Britney Spears’ debut single in 1998?
A: Baby One More Time

Q: Which 1997 hip-hop album features the song “Hypnotize” by The Notorious B.I.G.?
A: Life After Death

Q: Which 1978 hit by Blondie features a mix of punk and disco?
A: Heart of Glass 

Q: Who sang the 2001 hit ‘Fallin’?
A: Alicia Keys

Q: Which band released the hit song “Wonderwall” in 1995?
A: Oasis

5. Music Awards 🏆

Has your team been keeping up with the latest award-winning artists? From the Grammys to the Billboard Music Awards, these trivia music questions include top musicians stealing the spotlight.

Q: Which artist won Album of the Year at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards in 2026?
A: Taylor Swift

Q: Which song won Record of the Year at the 2026 Grammy Awards?
A: Fortnight

Q: Who took home Artist of the Year at the 2026 Billboard Music Awards?
A: Drake

Q: Which artist won Best New Artist at the 2026 Grammy Awards?
A: Chappell Roan

Q: Which song won Song of the Year at the 2026 Grammy Awards?
A: Birds of a Feather

Q: Which artist won Video of the Year at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards?
A: Sabrina Carpenter

Q: Which artist received the Global Icon Award at the 2026 Billboard Music Awards?
A: Rihanna

Q: Which artist won Artist of the Year at the 2026 BRIT Awards?
A: RAYE

Q: Who won Group of the Year at the 2026 BRIT Awards?
A: Jungle

Q: Which artist won Best New Artist at the 2026 Juno Awards?
A: Tate McRae

Q: Who won Artist of the Year at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards?
A: Taylor Swift

Q: Which song won Record of the Year at the 67th annual Grammys held in 2025?
A: “Not Like Us” by Kendrick Lamar

Q: Who won Artist of the Year at the 2025 AMAs?
A: Billie Eilish

Q: Which artist won Best Pop Solo Performance and Best Pop Vocal Album at the 67th Grammys?
A: Sabrina Carpenter

Q: Which artist won eight Grammy Awards in the 1984 Grammys?
A: Michael Jackson

Q: Which artist won the most Grammys in 2025?
A: Kendrick Lamar

Q: Which artist has won the most Grammys in their career, with 35 Grammy awards?
A: Beyonce

Q: Who received the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award in 2025?
A: Alicia Keys

Q: Which artist received ten awards at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards?
A: Taylor Swift

Q: Which band has won the most Grammys for Best Rock Album?
A: Foo Fighters

Q: Which artist won Best Hip-Hop Video at the 2025 VMAs?
A: Doechii

Q: Which music concert won the Tour of the Century at the iHeartRadio Music Awards 2025?
A: The Eras Tour

Q: Which video by Ariana Grande won Video of the Year at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards?
A: Brighter Days Ahead

Q: Who won Song of the Year at the 2023 Grammys for “As It Was”?
A: Harry Styles

Q: Which artist won the inaugural Polaris Song Prize for the track “Gaza Is Calling”?
A: Mustafa

Q: Which Canadian artist won the most awards at the 2025 Juno Awards?
A: Tate McRae

Q: Who won New Artist of the Year at the 2025 AMAs?
A: Gracie Abrams

6. One-Hit Wonders 🎧

How well does your team remember those classic one-hit wonders? Test their knowledge of catchy tunes from artists that made a big splash and then disappeared with this fun trivia on music.

Q: Whose song “99 Luftballons,” known in English as “99 Red Balloons,” became a global hit with its anti-war message?
A: Nena

Q: Which one-hit wonder by The Buggles famously declared that video killed a certain medium?
A: Video Killed the Radio Star

Q: Which 1996 song by Los Del Rio became a worldwide dance craze?
A: Macarena

Q: What 2000 hit was the only major success for the band Baha Men?
A: Who Let the Dogs Out

Q: What is the name of the one-hit wonder band that sang “Take On Me”?
A: A-ha

Q: Which 1997 song by Chumbawamba became famous with the chorus “I get knocked down, but I get up again”?
A: Tubthumping

Q: Which Kate Bush song has a resurgence in the popular series Stranger Things?
A: Running Up That Hill (A Deal with God)

Q: Which 1979 song by Lipps Inc. is considered a one-hit wonder, famous for its funky beat?
A: Funkytown

Q: Which 1997 song by the group Aqua became a global sensation?
A: Barbie Girl

Q: Which 2012 viral hit by Psy became the first YouTube video to reach one billion views?
A: Gangnam Style

Q: Which band sang the catchy hit “Come On Eileen”?
A: Dexy’s Midnight Runners

Q: Which song by Toni Basil became famous for its cheerleader style?
A: Mickey

Q: Which Jewish artist wrote the 1969 hit “Spirit in the Sky” in just 15 minutes?
A: Norman Greenbaum

Q: Which Italian electronic group scored a global hit in 1999 with the single Blue (Da Ba Dee)
A: Eiffel 65

Q: Which German singer became internationally famous in 1999 for the song ‘Mambo No. 5’?
A: Lou Bega

Q: Which Scottish rock band is known for their song ‘In a Big Country’ that blends rock anthems with bagpipe-like guitar sounds?
A: Big Country

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7. Global Grooves 🌎

Ready to go global with your music knowledge? Test your team on international hits and the artists who are rocking charts across the world with these fun music trivia questions.

Q: What is the title of the mini-album released by BLACKPINK during their 2026 comeback?
A: DEADLINE

Q: Which album marks Bruno Mars’s return to solo music after nearly a decade?
A: The Romantic

Q: What is the name of Harry Styles’ fourth studio album, released in 2026?
A: Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally

Q: Which global artist is expected to release a new album in 2026 after a long hiatus, often linked to major film and soundtrack appearances?
A: Rihanna

Q: Which Bruno Mars song released in 2026 became a global #1 hit and marked his solo comeback?
A: “I Just Might”

Q: What is the name of Bruno Mars’ 2026 romantic single that debuted in the Billboard Top 5?
A: “Risk It All”

Q: Which country song topped the Billboard Hot 100 for four weeks in 2026?
A: “Choosin’ Texas” by Ella Langley

Q: Which Taylor Swift song released in 2026 became a global chart-topper with a synth-pop sound?
A: “Opalite”

Q: Which Taylor Swift track broke streaming records and continued trending into 2026?
A: “The Fate of Ophelia”

Q: Which K-pop girl group from SM Entertainment debuted with the single “The Chase”?
A: Hearts2Hearts

Q: Who is cited by the Guinness Book of World Records as the biggest-selling Latin artist of all time?
A: Julio Iglesias

Q: Which Canadian rapper had a breakthrough with Hotline Bling in 2015?
A: Drake

Q: With a total of seven victories, which two countries have won the most Eurovision Song Contests ever?
A: Ireland and Sweden

Q: Which Nigerian singer is known for his worldwide famous hit Calm Down?
A: Rema

Q: For which song did Jimin set a new record for the longest-charting K-pop solo on the Billboard Hot 100?
A: Who

Q: Who is the British singer known for the hit song “Rolling in the Deep” and the album “21”?
A: Adele

Q: Which Italian band won the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 with the song “Zitti e buoni”?
A: Maneskin

Q: Which French electronic music duo is famous for its iconic helmets?
A: Daft Punk

Q: The members of the band Tinariwen come from which country?
A: Mali and Algeria

Q: Which Puerto Rican artist is known as the “King of Reggaeton”?
A: Daddy Yankee

Q: Which Nigerian artist is credited with popularizing Afrobeat globally and released the album “Gentleman” in 1973?
A: Fela Kuti

Q: The cha-cha-chá originated in which Caribbean country?
A: Cuba 

Q: “Water” is a top-streamed single in the Amapiano genre by which South African artist?
A: Tyla

Q: Which Australian artist became famous globally for the song “Dance Monkey”?
A: Tones and I

Q: Which Danish artist became popular with the song ‘Lean On’? 
A: MØ

8. Classic Rock Legends 🎸

Classic rock is popular for its timeless appeal, powerful tunes, and iconic vocals. In this rock music trivia​ category, we’ll revisit those classic rock legends that have influenced generations of musicians and fans alike. 

Q: Which American rock band is known for the hit “Sweet Home Alabama”?
A: Lynyrd Skynyrd

Q: Which guitarist is nicknamed “Slowhand”?
A: Eric Clapton

Q: Which band is known for the song “Smoke on the Water”?
A: Deep Purple

Q: Which American singer-songwriter is known for “Born to Run”?
A: Bruce Springsteen

Q: Which British band, also known as “The Fab Four,” transformed popular music in the 1960s?
A: The Beatles

Q: Which band is known for hits like “Paint It Black” and “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction”?
A: The Rolling Stones 

Q: Which guitarist is famous for pioneering the use of feedback and distortion in rock?
A: Jimi Hendrix

Q: Which British rock band released the groundbreaking song “Bohemian Rhapsody”?
A: Queen

Q: What Australian band is known for “Back in Black” and “Highway to Hell”?
A: AC/DC

Q: Which heavy metal band is often credited as the pioneers of the Classic Rock genre?
A: Black Sabbath

Q: Which 1960s psychedelic rock band released the hit song “Light My Fire”?
A: The Doors

Q: Who is the lead singer of the Irish rock band U2?
A: Bono

Q: Which progressive rock band released the songs ‘Comfortably Numb’ and ‘Another Brick in the Wall’?
A: Pink Floyd

Q: Which guitarist formed the band Cream with Jack Bruce and Ginger Baker?
A: Eric Clapton 

Q: Which all-female rock band is known for the song “Barracuda”?
A: Heart

Q: “Dream On” is a signature song by which classic rock band?
A: Aerosmith

Q: “Money for Nothing” is a hit by which British rock band?
A: Dire Straits

Q: Which band released the hit song ‘More Than a Feeling’?
A: Boston

Q: “La Grange” and “Tush” are hits by which southern rock band?
A: ZZ Top

Q: “Hotel California” features a popular guitar solo by which guitarists?
A: Don Felder and Joe Walsh

9. Songwriters and Producers ✍️

No song can come to life without amazing songwriters and producers. Here are some music trivia questions to test your team’s knowledge about the talented people who create songs. 

Q: Who is the primary producer and co-writer behind many of Billie Eilish’s biggest hits?
A: Finneas O’Connell

Q: Which Swedish songwriter-producer is behind global hits for artists like The Weeknd, Ariana Grande, and Taylor Swift?
A: Max Martin

Q: Which producer is known for shaping Taylor Swift’s recent sound and collaborating on multiple albums, including Midnights?
A: Jack Antonoff

Q: Which producer frequently collaborates with Drake and is known for a moody, atmospheric sound?
A: Noah ’40’ Shebib

Q: Which songwriter is known for writing hits for Olivia Rodrigo and contributing to modern pop storytelling?
A: Dan Nigro

Q: Which British producer is known for electronic hits and collaborations with Dua Lipa?
A: Calvin Harris

Q: Which artist is known for writing and producing most of his own music, including global hits like “Blinding Lights”?
A: The Weeknd

Q: Which producers co-founded The Neptunes?
A: Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo

Q: Who wrote the song “Every Breath You Take” by The Police?
A: Sting

Q: Which producer crafted Amy Winehouse’s album “Back to Black”?
A: Mark Ronson

Q: Which songwriting duo created hits for Sam & Dave like “Soul Man”?
A: Isaac Hayes and David Porter

Q: Who is the English songwriter and multi-instrumentalist behind the classic “Space Oddity”?
A: David Bowie

Q: Which songwriter wrote the song Imagine, one of the most iconic tracks in rock history?
A: John Lennon

Q: Who is considered “The Fifth Beatle” and produced the Beatles’ early recordings?
A: George Martin

Q: Who is the lead singer and primary songwriter of the band Coldplay?
A: Chris Martin

Q: Which legendary folk rock singer-songwriter wrote “Blowin’ in the Wind”?
A: Bob Dylan

Q: Who wrote the song “Hotel California,” famously performed by The Eagles?
A: Don Felder, Don Henley, and Glenn Frey

Q: Which pianist and songwriter wrote the lyrics for “You’ve Got a Friend” and “Fire and Rain”?
A: James Taylor

Q: Who was the primary lyricist for the band The Doors?
A: Jim Morrison

Q: Which songwriter and producer duo created many of the Supremes’ hits in the 1960s?
A: Holland–Dozier–Holland

Q: Which producer is known for his work on Michael Jackson’s albums “Bad” and “Dangerous”?
A: Quincy Jones

Q: Who produced The Clash’s groundbreaking album “London Calling”?
A: Guy Stevens

Q: Who produced Destiny’s Child and launched Beyoncé’s solo career?
A: Mathew Knowles

10. Music Tech and History 🔊

This trivia category dives into the origins of music and the technology that shaped it, from vinyl records and cassette tapes to streaming platforms and digital apps.

Q: Which AI trend allows artists’ voices to be replicated digitally for songs?
A: Voice cloning

Q: Which streaming platform is known for using AI algorithms to personalize playlists like Discover Weekly?
A: Spotify

Q: What is the term for AI-generated songs that mimic the style of real artists without them recording them?
A: Deepfake music

Q: Which company is known for developing AI music tools like MusicLM?
A: Google

Q: Who made recording music possible by inventing the phonograph in 1877?
A: Thomas Edison

Q: Which ancient civilization is credited with inventing the first written musical notation?
A: Sumerians

Q: Invented by Emile Berliner in 1888, which device introduced the flat disc record format?
A: Gramophone

Q: Who is known as the “Father of the Symphony”?
A: Franz Joseph Haydn

Q: What did Philips and Sony introduce in 1982 that revolutionized music playback with digital audio?
A: Compact Disc (CD)

Q: In which city did the Motown label begin, helping shape pop and soul music in the 1960s?
A: Detroit, Michigan 

Q: What invention by Lou Ottens changed music portability with its small design?
A: Cassette tape

Q: What is the oldest known musical instrument, dating back over 40,000 years?
A: Bone and ivory flutes 

Q: What is the name of the first commercially successful digital synthesizer by Yamaha?
A: Yamaha DX7

Q: What was the name of the first woman who was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?
A: Aretha Franklin

Q: Which German invention in the 1990s created compressed audio files?
A: MP3 audio format

Q: What genre, blending African rhythms and European melodies, originated in Brazil?
A: Samba

Q: Invented by Leon Theremin in 1917, what musical instrument is played without physical contact?
A: Theremin

Q: Which American folk song became a rallying cry during the Civil Rights Movement?
A: We Shall Overcome

Q: What is the name of the first device invented to record sound waves visually?
A: Phonautograph

11. Iconic TV Commercials 📺

Catchy commercial jingles and soundtracks are what make an advertising campaign memorable and popular. Here are a few music quiz trivia questions on TV commercials for teams to explore. 

Q: Which brand’s “Don’t Forget” ad campaign featured celebrities humorously forgetting items while ordering food?
A: Uber Eats

Q: Which airline’s ad featuring Jess Glynne’s “Hold My Hand” went viral across social media platforms?
A: Jet2Holidays

Q: Which jingle, introduced in 1989, is associated with Gillette’s brand message?
A: The Best a Man Can Get

Q: What 1980s commercial featured the iconic jingle “Double your pleasure, double your fun”?
A: Wrigley’s Doublemint Gum

Q: Which fast-food chain’s iconic 1980s ad featured the slogan “Where’s the beef?”
A: Wendy’s

Q: Which cereal brand has used the jingle “They’re Grrreat!” for decades in its commercials?
A: Kellogg’s Sugar Coated Frosted Flakes

Q: What is the slogan of the iconic brand Campbell’s Soup?
A: Mmm Mmm Good

Q: Which brand’s famous jingle goes “Plop, plop, fizz, fizz, oh, what a relief it is!”?
A: Alka-Seltzer

Q: Which 1980s snack commercial featured a boy singing the jingle “Give me a break, give me a break, break me off a piece of that…”?
A: Kit Kat

Q: Which snack brand’s jingle, “The snack that smiles back,” has been a staple of their ads?
A: Goldfish crackers

Q: Which product used the jingle “Do the Dew” to advertise their soda?
A: Mountain Dew

Q: Which classic candy jingle includes the phrase “The milk chocolate that melts in your mouth, not in your hand”?
A: M&Ms

Q: What fast-food chain promoted “Have it your way” in its commercials?
A: Burger King

Q: Which airline’s catchy ad campaign goes “Fly the friendly skies”?
A: United Airlines

Q: Which detergent brand used the jingle “Ring around the collar”?
A: Wisk

Q: “Juice that works for you” is the slogan of which brand?
A: Tropicana 

Q: What automobile brand’s famous ad says, “Zoom-Zoom”?
A: Mazda 

12. Music Fads 🪇

Can you remember the music trends that everyone was talking about? Put your wits to the test with these fun music trivia questions and answers on the iconic music fads that took over the charts.

Q: Which genre gained massive popularity online with its distorted bass and association with drift car videos?
A: Phonk

Q: Which African-origin genre continues to dominate global charts and dance trends in recent years?
A: Afrobeats

Q: What genre of music reached its peak in the 2010s, known for its heavy use of synthesizers and a repetitive, bass-heavy sound?
A: Electronic Dance Music (EDM)

Q: What genre, characterized by high-pitched vocals and bubblegum pop elements, dominated mainstream music in the late 1990s and early 2000s?
A: Bubblegum Dance

Q: Which 2010 musical movement was characterized by “chill” and “lo-fi” beats, often used for studying or background music?
A: Lo-fi Hip Hop

Q: What genre from the late ’80s and early ’90s is known for its use of heavy guitar riffs and angst-driven lyrics?
A: Grunge

Q: Which music genre is known for its Latin rhythms and hip-hop beats, popularized by Daddy Yankee and J Balvin?
A: Reggaeton

Q: What is the genre of 80s hair bands?
A: Glam Metal

Q: What 1990s trend brought bands like Green Day and Blink-182 to mainstream success?
A: Pop Punk

Q: What music style, popularized in the late 2010s, mixes trap, reggaeton, and hip-hop?
A: Latin Trap

Q: What’s the name of the genre popularized by Lil Jon that combines the words crazy and drunk?
A: Crunk

Q: Which electronic music genre is known for its heavy bass drops and aggressive “WUB WUB” sound?
A: Dubstep

Q: What 1960s youth subculture featured a rivalry between “Mods” who favored suits and scooters and “Rockers” who wore leather and rode motorcycles?
A: Mods and Rockers

Q: What genre, often criticized for blending heavy metal and hip-hop elements, featured bands like Limp Bizkit and Papa Roach in the 2000s?
A: Nu-Metal

Q: What trend involves popular songs played at faster speeds to create social media videos?
A: Sped-up song 

Q: Which synth-heavy genre, inspired by 80s movie soundtracks, has made a recent comeback thanks to TV shows like Stranger Things?
A: Synthwave

Q: What centuries-old music genre has experienced a surge in usage on platforms like YouTube for dramatic and emotional soundtracks?
A: Classical Music

Q: Which experimental electronic music genre, emerging in the 1990s, is known for creatively using audio glitches?
A: Glitch

13. Emojis and Riddles 🎼

This category turns music quiz into a guessing game with riddles and emoji clues. Teams try to figure out popular song titles, albums, or artists from creative hints.

Q: This Ed Sheeran’s 2025 song shines as brightly as this blue gemstone.
A: Sapphire 

Q: Fast rides, high speeds, and Tate McRae’s 2025 anthem all point to this luxury vehicle.
A: Sports Car 

Q: Sabrina Carpenter sings about an immature guy in this 2025 hit.
A: Manchild

Q: From ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ this collab is all about something shiny and precious.
A: Golden – HUNTR/X, Rei Ami & others

Q: This viral track is all about love that refuses to fade away by Ravyn Lenae.
A: Love Me Not 

Q: Even if the world fades away, two icons still promise to love till their last day. Name the song.
A: Die With A Smile — Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars

Q: Guess the song where ROSÉ and Bruno Mars invite you over and introduce you to a three-letter game.
A: APT

Q: Name the song where the singer finally gets to drive a car legally, but can’t visit her lover.
A: Driver’s Licence, Olivia Rodrigo

Q: 💕↔️🧠
A: Love on the Brain – Rihanna

Q: 4️⃣3️⃣2️⃣1️⃣
A: “Countdown” – Beyoncé

Q: 🌟🎶🌌
A: A Sky Full of Stars – Coldplay

Q: 🙋👉⛪️
A:  Take Me to Church – Hozier

Q: 👎🩸
A: Bad Blood – Taylor Swift

Q: 🍉🍬
A: “Watermelon Sugar” – Harry Styles

Q: 🌊👀
A: Ocean Eyes – Billie Eilish

Q: 🧊🧊👶
A: Ice Ice Baby – Vanilla Ice

Q: 🧞‍♂️➡️🍼
A: Genie in a Bottle – Christina Aguilera

Frequently Asked Questions

What is music trivia?

It is a quiz game where players are asked questions about popular songs, artists, music genres, and more. They just need to guess the correct answers to score points and climb the leaderboard. The country music trivia​ game can be played virtually or in person, making it an inclusive team-building game.

Are there any online music trivia games?

SongPop app, MTV Throwback Music Party Game, and free trivia music quizzes on YouTube are some great ways to play Broadway musical trivia​ online. 

What are some good trivia music themes​?

K-pop music, rock hits, music history, and iconic artists are some good categories to create good music trivia questions​ and answers.

What are some good music quiz trivia categories for beginners?

Name that tune, finish the lyrics, and emoji song clues are some good categories to host an interesting music quiz for beginners.

How to make a music quiz trivia quiz more interesting?

To make trivia questions about music more interesting, add a mix of fun formats like picture rounds, audio-visual rounds, and multiple choice questions. This will keep things engaging for the team members and keep them entertained throughout.

How do we host a fun music quiz virtually?

To host a music quiz with answers virtually, select an online video conferencing platform like Zoom or Microsoft Teams. Create a list of trending questions on music across different categories to engage everyone. Appoint a host to lead the session, track scores, and keep things interesting throughout. Send out meeting invites with all the necessary details so everyone can join the session. Alternatively, opt for a team-building company to enjoy a fully hosted experience. 

Which artists can we include in the 2026 trivia on music?

We suggest adding a mix of new and established artists to balance the music questions for trivia. Having said that, you can include artists like Taylor Swift, Tyla, Tate McRae, Laufey, and Kehlani in your popular music trivia​ 2026.