Definitive 200 (200 - 186) Multiple Choice Quiz | Albums

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1. Grand Funk Railroad just made the list with this album at # 200.

Answer: We're an American Band

Released in 1973 "We're an American Band" containted the song of the same name as well as "The Railroad" and "Creepin'". When originally released the album was on a translucent yellow disk. All songs were written by band members Mark Farmer, guitar and vocals, and Don Brewer, drums and vocals.

2. Spot # 199 belongs to Outkast with this offering.

Answer: Aquemini

This 1998 album contained the songs "Skew it on the Bar-B", "Mamacita" and "Da Art of Storytellin', Pt. 1".

The album name comes from the combination of the performers Big Boi (Aquarius) and Andre (Gemini). The album received critical acclaim as breakthrough as Atlanta based Outkast blended southern music with their raps.

3. This Canadian trio holds the 198th spot on the list with "2112".

Answer: Rush

"2112" contains "A Passage to Bangkok" and the combinded "2112 Overture/The Temples of the Syrinx". Suprisingly to me, this was Rush's only entry on the chart all the way back here at # 198.

Rush is a Canadian trio consisting of Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson and Neil Peart. Geddy and Alex wrote the music for the first side of the album, which tells a story in seven parts, with lyrics writtn by Neil.

4. U2 comes in with this album which contains "Elevation", their third and final album on the chart at # 197.

Answer: All That You Can't Leave

"Elevation", "Walk On" and "Beautiful Day" are from this album from 2000.

The album and singles won seven grammy awards. To kick off the album release the band played a short concert at the ManRay Club in Paris before 600 people.

5. "Never Too Much" from what artist is #196 on the list?

Answer: Luther Vandross

This album from 1981 contains the song "I've Been Working", "She's a Super Lady" and "Sugar and Spice".

On the 2005 tribute album "So Amazing : An All Star Tribute to Luthor Vandross", the title track "Never too Much" was done by Mary J. Blige.

6. Bob Dylan also has three albums on the chart, with this album from 1965 coming in at # 195.

Answer: Bringing it All Back Home

The songs "Mr. Tambourine Man", "Maggie's Farm" and "Subterranean Homesick Blues" are all found on this album.

This album is split into two sides, one which is accoustical and the other where Dylan is backed by electric rock and roll musicians.

7. The album at # 194 on the chart by this artist is simply titled "Andrea"

Answer: Andrea Bocelli

Songs from the 2004 release are "L'Attesa", "Liberta" and "Sin Tu Amore".

Andrea Parodi was a Folk Singer, Andrea Gruber an Opera Singer and Andrea Burns is known for Electronic/Dance music.

8. Aretha Franklin's only album from the list is this selection at # 193.

Answer: Sparkle

Songs from the album include "Jump to It", "Something He Can Feel" and "Sparkle".

This album was done for the 1976 movie "Sparkle".

9. Willie Nelson has two albums on the second half of the list and this one from 1978 comes in at # 192.

Answer: Stardust

Songs that can be found on this album are "Moonlinght in Vermont", "September Song" and "Blue Skies".

This album was recorded in December, 1978 and was produced by Booker T. Jones.

10. You can only find Steely Dan once on this list at # 191 with this album.

Answer: Aja

This album contains one of my personal favorite songs "Deacon Blues, as well as "Josie", "Peg" and "Aja".

More then thirty-five people are credited with having played an instrument or done vocals on this ablum. Some of those credited along with core members Donald Fagen and Walter Becker are well known Jazz musicians Lee Ritenour, Wayne Shorter, and Chuck Rainey, as well as Michael McDonald, who had left the band to join the Doobie Brothers, doing some vocals.

11. LL Cool J has this 1990 release at the # 190th position on the chart.

Answer: Momma Said Knock You Out

You can find "Farmers Boulevard", "Around The Way Girl" and "Cheesy Rat Blues" on this album.

The track "To Da Break of Dawn" fights back at some of his fellow rappers who were critical of him. Ice T and Kool Moe Dee are the two rappers the lyrics focus on, as well as MC Hammer.

12. "In My Lifetime, Vol. 1" from 1997 by this artist is at # 189.

Answer: Jay-Z

"Where I'm From", "The City is Mine" and "Streets is Watching" are a few of the songs from this album.

This album influenced by Puff Daddy was a big seller, but not as hardcore as his first album.

13. Anita Baker comes in at # 188 with this album, following close behind her other album on this list which is at # 184.

Answer: Rhythm Of Love

This 1994 release has "My Funny Valentine", "I Apologize" and "You Belong to Me" contained on it.

The song "I Apologize" won a Grammy in 1995 for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance.

14. Selection #187 belongs to Earth Wind and Fire with this album.

Answer: That's the Way of the World

"Shining Star", "Caribou Chaser" and "Yearnin' Learnin'" are part of this album.

Best known for their stage shows, this live album recorded in December 1981, is a prime example their performances.

15. Barbra Steisand has this as her only album on the top 200 list at # 186.

Answer: A Star is Born

Kris Kristofferson is also featured on this album which contains the songs "Evergreen", "I Believe in Love" and "Woman in the Moon".

This is the second album from the list to be a soundtrack from a 1976 movie. "A Star Is Born" starred Barbara and Kris Kristoferson.

Source: Author BxBarracuda

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Definitive 200 (200 - 186) Trivia Quiz

A list of the top 200 must own albums was done by the National Association of Recording Merchandisers and is recognized by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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