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Ultimate Song Lyrics Trivia Quiz

Challenge Your Music Lyrics Knowledge Today

Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
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This Song Lyrics Trivia Quiz helps you recall famous lines and match them to the right artists across genres. Work through 15 short multiple‑choice questions for a quick warm‑up and a bit of fun, then try the music lyrics quiz or the lyrics completion quiz for more practice.

Which artist famously sang the line "Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy?"
Pink Floyd
Queen
Led Zeppelin
The Beatles
The line opens Queen's 1975 hit "Bohemian Rhapsody". Freddie Mercury's operatic rock ballad begins with those exact words, making Queen the correct artist.
Complete the lyric: "Hello, it's me. I was wondering if after all these years you'd like to ____."
laugh
meet
sing
talk
In Adele's song "Hello," the correct completion is "meet," as she sings "Hello, it's me... if after all these years you'd like to meet." This line sets up the reflective tone of the song.
Which song contains the lyric "Just a small town girl, livin' in a lonely world"?
Sweet Home Alabama
Eye of the Tiger
Don't Stop Believin'
Livin' on a Prayer
The lyric is the opening line of Journey's "Don't Stop Believin'." It became an anthem for perseverance, making Journey the correct answer.
Who sang the hit lyric "Hit me baby one more time"?
Madonna
Britney Spears
Britney Fey
Christina Aguilera
Britney Spears released "…Baby One More Time" in 1998, launching her career. The lyric is her signature line, confirming her as the correct artist.
Finish the lyric from Ed Sheeran's "Shape of You": "I'm in love with the shape of ____".
me
you
us
her
Ed Sheeran's chorus repeats "I'm in love with the shape of you," making "you" the accurate completion. This line anchors the song's romantic theme.
The lyric "We don't need no education" expresses which theme?
Celebration of formal learning
Anti-authoritarianism
Romantic love
Economic prosperity
Pink Floyd's "Another Brick in the Wall" protests rigid schooling systems, reflecting anti-authoritarian sentiment. The lyric underscores the rejection of oppressive educational structures.
Which artist provided the vocals for the lyric "I'm bulletproof, nothing to lose, fire away" in the song "Titanium"?
Alicia Keys
Ellie Goulding
Florence Welch
Sia
David Guetta's track "Titanium" features Sia on vocals singing "I'm bulletproof, nothing to lose, fire away." Her powerful delivery defines the chorus.
Which artist sings the line "You know I'm no good"?
Billie Eilish
Dua Lipa
Amy Winehouse
Lana Del Rey
Amy Winehouse's song "You Know I'm No Good" opens with that exact line. It showcases her soulful vocals and candid songwriting style.
Which artist's lyric goes "We're up all night to get lucky"?
Daft Punk featuring Pharrell Williams
The Weeknd
Calvin Harris
Maroon 5
The chorus of Daft Punk's 2013 hit "Get Lucky" features Pharrell Williams singing "We're up all night to get lucky." It's one of their most-charting collaborations.
In Bob Dylan's "Blowin' in the Wind", the repeated question "How many roads must a man walk down" primarily conveys what theme?
Spiritual isolation
Social justice and equality
Romantic longing
Personal wealth
Dylan's rhetorical questions in "Blowin' in the Wind" highlight civil rights and peace issues. The repeated line emphasizes social justice concerns of the 1960s.
Which of these lyrics is from a country music song?
"Turn the beat around, love to hear percussion"
"I set fire to the rain so I'll be damned"
"I got friends in low places where the whiskey drowns"
"I'm gonna swing from the chandelier"
Garth Brooks's "Friends in Low Places" begins with that line, a staple in country music. The other lyrics belong to pop and dance genres.
Which song features the lyric "There's a fire starting in my heart"?
Set Fire to the Rain
Skyfall
Someone Like You
Rolling in the Deep
Adele's "Rolling in the Deep" opens with "There's a fire starting in my heart." It describes emotional intensity, distinguishing it from her other hits.
Which theme is shared between Bruce Springsteen's "Born in the U.S.A." and Johnny Cash's "Folsom Prison Blues"?
Working-class struggle
Celebration of wealth
Religious devotion
Romantic heartbreak
Both songs highlight tough lives and systemic struggles of common people. Springsteen's track critiques veterans' hardships, while Cash's details prison life.
Which song opens with the lyric "Once upon a time you dressed so fine"?
Just Like a Woman
The Times They Are a-Changin'
Tangled Up in Blue
Like a Rolling Stone
Bob Dylan's "Like a Rolling Stone" famously begins with that line. It marked a shift in rock lyrics toward more poetic storytelling.
In Taylor Swift's "Blank Space", which phrase completes the lyric "But I've got a ____ and I'll write your name"?
great plan
blank space
broken heart
long list
Swift's chorus repeats "I've got a blank space, baby, and I'll write your name." It plays on her public image of serial relationships.
In Pink Floyd's "Time", the lyric "And you run and you run to catch up with the sun but it's sinking" primarily explores which existential concept?
The passage of time and mortality
Economic inequality
Romantic longing
Political revolution
The line reflects life's fleeting nature and inevitable aging. Pink Floyd uses the sun metaphor to illustrate mortality and lost opportunities.
Which Eminem song begins with the lyrics "His palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy"?
Lose Yourself
The Real Slim Shady
My Name Is
Stan
"Lose Yourself" opens with that memorable verse, capturing the anxiety before a performance. It became one of Eminem's signature motivational tracks.
In Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah", what does the lyric "Now I've heard there was a secret chord that David played, and it pleased the Lord" reference?
Romantic ballad tradition
Ancient Greek rituals
The biblical King David's harp melodies
Medieval court dances
Cohen alludes to King David from the Old Testament, who was known for playing the harp. This reference ties music to divine inspiration.
Which Metallica song features the lyric "Exit light, enter night"?
One
Enter Sandman
Nothing Else Matters
Master of Puppets
Metallica's "Enter Sandman" opens with "Exit light, enter night". The line sets a dark, dreamlike mood central to the song's theme.
In Radiohead's "Paranoid Android", the line "Ambition makes you look pretty ugly" critiques what societal vice?
Vainglory and overreaching ambition
Economic inflation
Environmental neglect
Technological dependence
The lyric targets excessive pride and ruthless ambition. Radiohead uses the paradox to criticize ego-driven behaviors.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify iconic song lyrics and their artists
  2. Analyse lyrical themes across different genres
  3. Demonstrate knowledge of classic and contemporary hits
  4. Evaluate your recall of chart-topping excerpts
  5. Apply critical listening to recognize song snippets

Cheat Sheet

  1. Iconic Lyrics & Artists - Dive into legendary lines like "Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy?" from "Bohemian Rhapsody" to see how unique structures stick in your head. Learning about Freddie Mercury and Queen's creative vibes will supercharge your recognition skills and make quizzes a breeze. Challenge yourself by memorizing the backstory and debut year for bonus points! Iconic Song Page
  2. Lyrical Themes Across Genres - Explore how tracks such as Lorde's "Royals" use sharp lyrics to critique materialism in pop culture and make big statements. Comparing pop, rock, hip-hop, and folk will give you a treasure trove of themes to draw from during study sessions. Plus, you'll spot patterns in word choice that cross genres! Theme Tracker
  3. Evolution of Song Lyrics - Compare timeless classics like Elton John's "Candle in the Wind" with today's chart-toppers to uncover shifts in language, style, and social commentary. This timeline journey helps you spot trends and surprises when lyrics evolve over decades. It's like a lyrical time-travel adventure! Historical Lyrics Hub
  4. Quick Clip Identification - Sharpen your ears by guessing songs from 5 - 10 second audio snippets and racing to recall the title and artist. This rapid-fire challenge trains your brain for speedy recall and builds confidence for any trivia showdown. Every correct guess feels like a mini victory dance. Fast Playback Trainer
  5. Cultural & Historical Context - Dive into how songs mirror the times they were written - from protest anthems of the '60s to modern social commentary tracks. Understanding the era's vibes helps reveal hidden meanings and boosts your interpretive edge. Digging into the backstory is like detective work for the ears. Context Explorer
  6. Literary Devices in Lyrics - Spot metaphors, similes, and symbolism in songs to uncover layers of meaning beneath the melody. Mastering these tools will level up your analytical game and deepen your appreciation for clever wordplay. Once you spot these, songs will feel like poetry in motion. Literary Toolkit
  7. Personal Stories in Songwriting - Learn how artists like Taylor Swift and John Lennon weave personal experiences into their lyrics for emotional impact. Connecting the dots between life events and lyrics makes your study sessions feel like reading a diary. This detective work reveals the heart behind every verse. Story Seeker
  8. Critical Listening Skills - Hone your listening by focusing on tone, inflection, and word choice to unearth subtle messages. This careful attention primes you for catching tricky clues in any lyrical quiz. Your ears will become your secret superpower. Attention Amplifier
  9. Popular Music Themes - From heartache and hope to empowerment and adventure, recognize recurring themes to predict song subjects quickly. Mapping out these motifs helps you sort through clues at lightning speed. It's like building a theme dictionary in your mind. Theme Matcher
  10. Diverse Musical Exposure - Jump into rock, jazz, hip-hop, and world music playlists to experience different lyrical styles and rhythms. The broader your listening palette, the more prepared you are for any curveball questions. Variety is the spice of study - let your ears explore widely! Playlist Explorer
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