Pop Music Quiz: Charts, Number Ones and Artists
How well do you know pop music? This quiz focuses on the chart side of the industry — Number 1 records, record-breaking artists and the statistics and milestones that define pop at its most commercial. From the very first UK Number 1 in 1952 through to Taylor Swift's Billboard chart history and Olivia Rodrigo's debut, the questions cover pop from every era and test whether you know the facts behind the fame.
Each question has four options and the correct answer is revealed as soon as you select yours. Your score and percentage appear at the end.
FAQ
How many questions are there?
25 multiple choice questions on pop music chart records, Number 1 artists and key pop milestones.
What does the quiz cover?
UK and US chart history and records (first UK Number 1, Westlife's 14 consecutive UK Number 1s, Ed Sheeran's chart records, Girls Aloud's top 10 run), famous pop artists (Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Spice Girls, ABBA, Madonna, Kylie Minogue, Justin Bieber, Harry Styles, Olivia Rodrigo, Britney Spears, Dua Lipa, Clean Bandit, One Direction, Little Mix), and key pop music moments (Gangnam Style on YouTube, Tidal exclusives, the UK chart's founding).
Does the quiz shuffle the answer options?
Yes. The four options randomise on every play.
Is there a time limit?
No. Take as long as you need on each question.