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BRI's Top Ten Hits of 1972 Trivia Quiz

The BRI (Bathroom Readers' Institute), in consultation with DJ Bob Shannon of WCBS-FM has published lists of the top ten hits for various years. If I give you some lyrics, can you identify the songs on their list for 1972?

A multiple-choice quiz by skunkee. Estimated time: 4 mins.

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skunkee

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4 mins

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191,764

Updated
Nov 03 22

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Question 1 of 10

1. What was the #10 hit of the year 1972?
"The love between the two of us was dyin'.
And it got so bad I knew I had to leave.
But halfway down that highway, when I turned around I saw,
My little daughter runnin' after me, cryin',
"Daddy don't you walk so fast, Daddy don't you walk so fast.
Daddy slow down some, 'cause you're makin' me run.
Daddy don't you walk so fast." Hint

Daddy, Don't You Walk So Fast

Danke Shoen

Red Roses for a Blue Lady

Don't Cry Daddy

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Question 2 of 10

2. What was the #9 hit of the year 1972?
"Girl, you're gettin' that look in your eyes,
And it's startin' to worry me.
I ain't ready for no family ties,
Nobody's gonna hurry me.
Just keep it friendly, girl,
'Cause I don't wanna leave.
Don't start clingin' to me, girl,
'Cause I can't breathe.
Baby, baby, _______________." Hint

I Believe in Music

Don't Get Hooked on Me

It's Hard to Be Humble

Hooked on Music

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Question 3 of 10

3. What was the #8 song for the year 1972?
"Well, I got a brand new pair of roller skates,
You got a brand new key.
I think that we should get together and try them out you see,
I been looking around a while,
You got something for me.
Oh! I got a brand new pair of roller skates,
You got a brand new key." Hint

Roller Skates

Look What They Done to My Song, Ma

Candle in the Wind

Brand New Key

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Question 4 of 10

4. What was the #7 hit for the year 1972?
"Sometimes in our lives, we all have pain,
We all have sorrow.
But if we are wise,
We know that there's always tomorrow.
Lean on me, when you're not strong,
And I'll be your friend,
I'll help you carry on." Hint

Lean on Me

I'll Be Your Friend

Ain't No Sunshine

Somebody to Lean On

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Question 5 of 10

5. What was the #6 hit for the year 1972?
"No, I can't forget tomorrow,
When I think of all my sorrows,
When I had you there, but then I let you go.
And now it's only fair that I should let you know,
What you should know.
I can't live, if living is without you.
I can't live, I can't give any more." Hint

Without You

You're Breaking My Heart

I Can't Live

Everybody's Talkin' At Me

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Question 6 of 10

6. What was the #5 hit for the year 1972?
"Who can take a rainbow, wrap it in a sigh
Soak it in the sun and make a groovy lemon pie?
The Candy Man can, the Candy Man can.
The Candy Man can 'cause he mixes it with love and makes the world taste good."

Answer: (Two Words)

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Question 7 of 10

7. What was the #4 hit for the year 1972?
"I gotcha, uh-huh, huh.
You thought I didn't see ya now, didn't ya, uh-huh, huh.
You tried to sneak by me now, didn't ya, uh-huh, huh.
Now gimme what you promised me, give it here. Come on!" Hint

The Streak

Why Me?

Get Down

I Gotcha

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Question 8 of 10

8. What was the #3 hit for the year 1972?
"A long, long time ago I can still remember how that music used to make me smile.
And I knew if I had my chance, that I could make those people dance, and maybe they'd be happy for a while.
But February made me shiver, with every paper I delivered.
Bad news on the door step, I couldn't take one more step.
I can't remember if I cried when I read about his widowed bride.
But something touched me deep inside, the day, the music, died.
So bye, bye Miss________________." Hint

American Pie

Starry, Starry Night

Good Ole Boys

This'll Be the Day That I Die

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Question 9 of 10

9. What was the #2 hit of the year 1972?
"Left standing in a lurch,
In a church with people saying,
My God, that's tough, she stood him up,
No point in us remaining.
May as well go home,
As I did on my own,
Alone again, naturally." Hint

Seasons in the Sun

Standing in the Lurch

Teen Angel

Alone Again (Naturally)

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Question 10 of 10

10. What was the #1 hit of the year 1972?
"The first time ever I saw your face,
I thought the sun rose in your eyes,
And the moon and stars were the gifts you gave,
To the dark and the empty skies." Hint

The First TIme Ever I Lay With You

The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face

Killing Me Softly With His Song

Empty Skies

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What was the #10 hit of the year 1972? "The love between the two of us was dyin'. And it got so bad I knew I had to leave. But halfway down that highway, when I turned around I saw, My little daughter runnin' after me, cryin', "Daddy don't you walk so fast, Daddy don't you walk so fast. Daddy slow down some, 'cause you're makin' me run. Daddy don't you walk so fast."

Answer: Daddy, Don't You Walk So Fast

Known in his latter years as a Las Vegas performer, Wayne Newton has had a long and interesting musical career. By the ancient age of 6, he had released a record, had entertained President Truman, toured with the Grand Ole Opry, and performed in a radio show every day before school. "Daddy Don't You Walk So Fast", written by Peter Callander and Geoff Stephens, was a number one hit.

2. What was the #9 hit of the year 1972? "Girl, you're gettin' that look in your eyes, And it's startin' to worry me. I ain't ready for no family ties, Nobody's gonna hurry me. Just keep it friendly, girl, 'Cause I don't wanna leave. Don't start clingin' to me, girl, 'Cause I can't breathe. Baby, baby, _______________."

Answer: Don't Get Hooked on Me

Mac Davis had a very successful career writing songs for other artists, including Elvis Presley and Glen Campbell. "Don't Get Hooked on Me" was his first number one hit as the recording artist.

3. What was the #8 song for the year 1972? "Well, I got a brand new pair of roller skates, You got a brand new key. I think that we should get together and try them out you see, I been looking around a while, You got something for me. Oh! I got a brand new pair of roller skates, You got a brand new key."

Answer: Brand New Key

Known only as Melanie, Melanie Safka was actually looking to audition for a theatrical production when she literally stumbled into the wrong office, guitar in hand, and managed to secure herself a recording contract. She was also one of the artists to perform at Woodstock. "Brand New Key" spent seven weeks on the charts, but only peaked at number four.

4. What was the #7 hit for the year 1972? "Sometimes in our lives, we all have pain, We all have sorrow. But if we are wise, We know that there's always tomorrow. Lean on me, when you're not strong, And I'll be your friend, I'll help you carry on."

Answer: Lean on Me

Bill Withers spent 9 years in the Navy before turning his thoughts towards a career in music. His first big hit was "Ain't No Sunshine When She's Gone", followed by a minor hit with "Use Me", and then another big hit in "Lean On Me".

5. What was the #6 hit for the year 1972? "No, I can't forget tomorrow, When I think of all my sorrows, When I had you there, but then I let you go. And now it's only fair that I should let you know, What you should know. I can't live, if living is without you. I can't live, I can't give any more."

Answer: Without You

Harry Nilsson started his career in music by singing demos, at $5.00 a song, for songwriter Scott Turner. Since then there isn't much in the industry that he hasn't done, including writing a few songs for the Monkees. "Without You", written by Pete Ham and Tom Evans, was his biggest hit. Nilsson passed away in 1994 from a heart attack.

6. What was the #5 hit for the year 1972? "Who can take a rainbow, wrap it in a sigh Soak it in the sun and make a groovy lemon pie? The Candy Man can, the Candy Man can. The Candy Man can 'cause he mixes it with love and makes the world taste good."

Answer: Candy Man

Sammy Davis Jr. had a huge hit with this song that was written by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley for the movie "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory".

7. What was the #4 hit for the year 1972? "I gotcha, uh-huh, huh. You thought I didn't see ya now, didn't ya, uh-huh, huh. You tried to sneak by me now, didn't ya, uh-huh, huh. Now gimme what you promised me, give it here. Come on!"

Answer: I Gotcha

In working through the BRI's top ten lists, this song is the first one that I cannot bring to mind, no matter how hard I try! It was a come-back hit for Joe Tex, a singer who had a real reputation for being a story-teller in the sixties. It was a gold record for him, peaking at number two on the charts.

8. What was the #3 hit for the year 1972? "A long, long time ago I can still remember how that music used to make me smile. And I knew if I had my chance, that I could make those people dance, and maybe they'd be happy for a while. But February made me shiver, with every paper I delivered. Bad news on the door step, I couldn't take one more step. I can't remember if I cried when I read about his widowed bride. But something touched me deep inside, the day, the music, died. So bye, bye Miss________________."

Answer: American Pie

Don McLean wrote this autobiographical masterpiece, that was inspired by his memories of the plane crash in 1959 that killed Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper and Richie Valens. It was a huge hit, reaching the number one spot without any difficulty at all.

9. What was the #2 hit of the year 1972? "Left standing in a lurch, In a church with people saying, My God, that's tough, she stood him up, No point in us remaining. May as well go home, As I did on my own, Alone again, naturally."

Answer: Alone Again (Naturally)

Irish singer Gilbert O'Sullivan was a moderately successful recording artist in Great Britain, but only ever really had one hit on this side of the water. "Alone Again (Naturally)" did make it to number one on the charts though.

10. What was the #1 hit of the year 1972? "The first time ever I saw your face, I thought the sun rose in your eyes, And the moon and stars were the gifts you gave, To the dark and the empty skies."

Answer: The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face

Born into a musical family, Roberta Flack studied music in university. She had a minor hit with this hauntingly beautiful song by Ewan MacColl when it was first released in 1969. Three years later the song was used in the Clint Eastwood film "Play Misty For Me", and became a huge hit.

Source: Author skunkee

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