2. Bobby Brown topped the charts in January, 1989 with "My Prerogative". With which band did Bobby start his career?
From Quiz Billboard Number One Hits of 1989
Answer:
New Edition
Bobby Brown began his music career as a member of New Edition. The group's hits with Brown include "Candy Girl", "Cool It Now" and "Mr. Telephone Man". Brown's on stage antics reportedly caused his removal from the band. He later admitted that alcohol fueled his antics. After leaving New Edition in 1986, Brown released his first solo album, "King of Stage". Brown's next album, "Don't Be Cruel" was released in 1988. He collaborated with L.A. Reid, Babyface and Teddy Riley with the songwriting duties. The single release, "My Prerogative" reached the number one spot. Britney Spears covered the song in 2004.
The Gap Band rose to fame during the eighties. The band formed in 1967 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. One Way was formed in 1979 in Detroit, Michigan. They were originally known as Soul Partners. Full Force is a R&B group from Brooklyn, New York.