Musicians with One Word Name Quiz | Celebrities

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1. This singer from Michigan has sold millions of records and has drawn a lot of attention with her controversial music videos. She hit the charts with songs like "True Blue", "Like a Prayer" and "Vogue". Who is this singer?

Answer: Madonna

Madonna Louise Ciccone, known as Madonna, is an iconic singer of the late twentieth century. She is best known for reinventing both her music and image over time, while delivering strong performances with each album. She was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008.

2. This singer once changed his name to a symbol in the early 1990s. This singer sang such hits as "Purple Rain" and "Kiss". Who is this royal celebrity?

Answer: Prince

Prince Rogers Nelson, known as just Prince, is a successful singer and movie star. He starred in the 1984 film "Purple Rain" and sang on the soundtrack of the movie. Under pseudonyms, he wrote the 1984 Sheena Easton song "Sugar Walls" and the 1986 Bangles' hit "Manic Monday". He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004.

3. This British singer's 2011 album "21" and 2008 album "19" won her multiple Grammy Awards. Who is this acclaimed singer?

Answer: Adele

Adele Laurie Blue Adkins, known as Adele, released the award winning album "21" in 2011. This album earned Adele six Grammy Awards in 2012, including Album of the Year. Adele also won two Grammy Awards in 2009 following the release of her first album, "19".

4. This rap artist from Detroit, Michigan has an alter ego named 'Slim Shady'. Who is this rapper?

Answer: Eminem

Marshall Mathers, known as Eminem, found success as a rap artist, producer and actor. He is known for his hits "My Name Is", "The Real Slim Shady", "Without Me" and "Lose Yourself". He starred in the 2002 film "8 Mile".

5. This singer has had success as a solo artist and with the group The Police. As the lead singer of the Police, he won the Grammy for Song of the Year with the hit "Every Breath You Take" in 1984. Ten years later as a solo artist, he won Grammy award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance with the song "If I Ever Lose My Faith in You". Who is he?

Answer: Sting

Gordon Sumner, known as Sting, is a successful singer, actor and activist. He began his career as a member of the group The Police and then went solo in the mid 1980s. From 1984 through 2005, he was nominated for 38 Grammy Awards winning 11 times. He was a member of both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

6. This singer from Barbados had hit singles such as "We Found Love" and "Umbrella". Who is she?

Answer: Rihanna

Robyn Rihanna Fenty, known as Rihanna, is an R&B singer from Barbados. Rihanna moved to the United States at the age of sixteen to pursue a recording career and eventually signed with Def Jam Recordings. Her early work garnered many awards and acclaim. Rhianna played Petty Officer Cora Raikes in the 2012 movie "Battleship".

7. This singer was once married to model Heidi Klum. He has scored hit singles with songs like "Crazy" and "Kiss from a Rose". Who is this singer?

Answer: Seal

Seal Henry Olusegun Olumide Adeola Samuel, known as Seal, is a Grammy award winning R&B singer. He had a seven year marriage to model Heidi Klum. His hit single "Kiss from a Rose" was featured on the 1995 "Batman Forever" soundtrack and earned him two Grammy Awards in 1996.

8. This Icelandic singer is known for her eclectic musical style and style. Her music crossed over many genres. Who is this talented singer?

Answer: Bj�rk

Bj�rk Buomundsdottir, known as Bj�rk, is a singer who enjoyed success as a solo artist and with the group the Sugarcubes. Her songs and music videos receive much praise for their creativity and ability to cross many genres. Bj�rk also received great reviews for her performance in the 2000 film "Dancer in the Dark".

9. This musician is the bassist for the band the Red Hot Chili Peppers. His name is similar to an insect. Who is this bassist?

Answer: Flea

Michael Peter Balzary, known as Flea, was a founding member of the band the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Flea has used his skills to collaborate with other artist such as Jane's Addiction, Alanis Morissette, Johnny Cash, and Young MC.

10. This singer named herself after a color. She has had smash hits such as "Get the Party Started", "Don't Let Me Get Me", "Just Like a Pill" and "So What". Who is this colorful singer?

Answer: Pink

Pink, known as Alecia Moore, is a singer-songwriter, musician and actress. Pink has earned multiple Grammy Awards, MTV Video Music Awards and Brit Awards over her career.

11. This singer was featured on Ja Rule's 2001 hit called "Always on Time". Who is this singer?

Answer: Ashanti

Ashanti Shequoiya Douglas, known as Ashanti, is a singer and actress. She was featured on Ja Rule's hit called "Always on Time". She has had solo hits with the songs "Foolish" and "Rock wit U (Awww Baby)". Ashanti starred in the 2004 film "Coach Carter" and the 2006 film "John Tucker Must Die".

12. Paul Hewson is an active humanitarian and philanthropist. Paul Hewson takes time out of his busy humanitarian schedule to be part of the Irish rock band U2. What is Paul Hewson's stage name?

Answer: Bono

Bono is the lead singer for the Irish band U2. Bono also sang with the charity super group Band Aid in 1984. U2 was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in early 2005.

13. This singer started her career performing in a duo with her husband Sonny Bono. During her career, she won an Academy Award, a Grammy Award and an Emmy Award becoming the first person to do so. Her hit singles included "I Got You Babe", "Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves" and "Believe". What is her name?

Answer: Cher

Cherilyn Sarkisian, known as Cher, is a performer from California. After she left the duo Sunny and Cher, she ventured into a variety of different projects. She won the 1987 Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in the movie "Moonstruck" and the 2000 Best Dance Recording Grammy for her song "Believe".

The television documentary of her 2003 musical tour called "Cher: The Farewell Tour" won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Variety, Music or Comedy Special.

14. Saul Hudson played lead guitar for the rock band Guns N' Roses and performed in the rock super group Velvet Revolver. What is Saul Hudson's stage name?

Answer: Slash

Saul Hudson, known as Slash, is a talented guitarist who played with Guns N' Roses from 1985 through 1996. After he left Guns N' Roses, Slash worked on side projects such as Velvet Revolver and Slash's Snakepit. Slash released the solo albums "Slash" in 2010 and "Apocalyptic Love" in 2012.

15. Coolio recorded the song "Gangsta's Paradise" for the soundtrack to which 1995 movie?

Answer: Dangerous Minds

Artis Leon Ivey, known as Coolio, recorded the song "Gangsta's Paradise" for the 1995 movie "Dangerous Minds". Due to the song's success, Coolio released the album titled "Gangsta's Paradise" later that year. The song won the 1996 Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance.

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