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Quiz about Blueeyed Soul Singers The Fellas
Quiz about Blueeyed Soul Singers The Fellas

Blue-eyed Soul Singers. The Fellas Quiz


"Blue-eyed soul" is a term that was started in the '60s that described white singers who sang R & B music. Here is a quiz on some popular male "blue-eyed soul" singers. How much do you know about these talented performers? Let's find out!

A multiple-choice quiz by clbzone. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
clbzone
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
383,692
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
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Avg Score
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Question 1 of 10
1. "You never close your eyes anymore when I kiss your lips, and there's no tenderness like before in your finger tips, you're trying hard not to show it
but baby, baby I know it_______________"

What is the name of this Righteous Brothers song?
Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. Which Daryl Hall and John Oates-penned song about a lover leaving was covered by two other artists before becoming extremely successful for Hall and Oates? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. "I came back to let you know, I gotta thing for you and I can't let go" is a lyric from which song by the ever so smooth Bobby Caldwell? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Michael McDonald sang all but which one of the following songs? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Which of the following songs proved very successful for Boz Scaggs from his 1976 album "Silk Degrees"? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Which of these songs was not performed by the dynamic trio of Barry, Robin and Maurice Gibb, better known as The Bee Gees? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Which up-tempo song was not performed by The Average White Band? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. When David Bowie performed "Fame" on "Soul Train", he sang live.


Question 9 of 10
9. Can you finish the lyric from this George Michael song?
"As the music dies, something in your eyes calls to mind a silver screen and all its sad goodbyes ______________________"
Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. "I Just Wanna Stop" was a released in 1978 and performed by which Canadian singer? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. "You never close your eyes anymore when I kiss your lips, and there's no tenderness like before in your finger tips, you're trying hard not to show it but baby, baby I know it_______________" What is the name of this Righteous Brothers song?

Answer: You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling

"You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling" was recorded and released in 1964. The iconic song has had phenomenal success and has been covered by singers such as Dionne Warwick and pop duo Hall & Oates.

Many people recognize "Unchained Melody" as the song that was featured in the movie "Ghost". "Soul and Inspiration" was another great song by the duo and was released in 1966. "Ebb Tide" was a tune covered by many, but it was made popular by Bobby and Bill's 1965 version of it. The Righteous Brothers were not real brothers. Bobby Hatfield and Bill Medley were once members of group called The Paramours in the early sixties, but had their greatest success as a duo.
2. Which Daryl Hall and John Oates-penned song about a lover leaving was covered by two other artists before becoming extremely successful for Hall and Oates?

Answer: She's Gone

"She's Gone" was written by Daryl Hall and John Oates and featured on their second album, "Abandoned Luncheonette" in 1973. The very personal song was later covered by Lou Rawls in 1974 and the Tavares Brothers in 1976. It was re-released by Hall & Oates in 1976 and is very soulful indeed.

"Sara Smile" was another popular song by the duo and was also released in 1976. The bass-line famous groove on 1981's "I Can't Go for That" was very popular on the R & B genre due to heavy airplay on urban radio. "One on One" is a mid-tempo ballad, featured on the Hall & Oates 1983 album, "H2O". Daryl Hall and John Oates have amassed countless awards and have been called the greatest duo of all time. The boys are bad and I mean good!
3. "I came back to let you know, I gotta thing for you and I can't let go" is a lyric from which song by the ever so smooth Bobby Caldwell?

Answer: What You Won't Do For Love

"What You Won't Do for Love" is Bobby Caldwell's most known song and absolutely one of my favorites on the planet. The 1978 mid-tempo track has been sampled and covered by many artists over the years and for good reason. It's a gorgeous and unforgettable tune.

Interestingly, Bobby's appearance was hidden or camouflaged to try and get more airplay on urban radio, but his identity was eventually revealed with his first live performance. Not that it really mattered. The man can sing! "Can't Say Goodbye" was featured on Bobby's 1978 debut album as well. "Open Your Eyes" and "My Flame" are also Caldwell songs that have been sampled by other artists.
4. Michael McDonald sang all but which one of the following songs?

Answer: Never Gonna Give You Up

"Never Gonna Give You Up" was sung by Rick Astley, whose voice sounds very similar to McDonald's. Mr. McDonald, a former Doobie Brothers member, has one of the most soulful voices ever put to wax. He is truly legendary and has lent his vocals to many projects, including work with Steely Dan as a session vocalist and musician and singing with Patti Labelle on the duet "On My Own".

He also sang with Kenny Loggins on "This is It". Michael McDonald's years with the Doobie Brothers produced classics such as Grammy-nominated "Minute by Minute", and the Grammy-winning "What a Fool Believes". "I Keep Forgettin' " is one of his early solo hits and features his sister on backing vocals. You just couldn't turn on the radio in those days and NOT here a Michael McDonald song.
5. Which of the following songs proved very successful for Boz Scaggs from his 1976 album "Silk Degrees"?

Answer: Lowdown

Boz Scaggs. YES! Love love love his voice. "Lowdown", with its catchy hook of "I wonder wonder wonder wonder who..." burned up disco dance floors and sizzled on radios in 1976. Scaggs won a Grammy for the song, which features Toto drummer Jeff Porcaro.

"Look What You've Done to Me" was a song from the 1980 movie "Urban Cowboy". "Heart of Mine" is from Scaggs' album named "Other Roads", released in 1988. "Jojo" is a song from his 1980 album, "Middle Man".
6. Which of these songs was not performed by the dynamic trio of Barry, Robin and Maurice Gibb, better known as The Bee Gees?

Answer: Shadow Dancing

Youngest brother Andy sang "Shadow Dancing". It was the title track from his second album, released in 1978. The Bee Gees had the disco era on lock. The brothers were all over the radio air waves and even supplied songs for the soundtrack of "Saturday Night Fever". "Night Fever" had a groove to it, just perfect for dancing. "How Deep is Your Love" was a soulful ballad with wonderful lyrics and instrumentation. "More Than a Woman" was another great up-tempo tune for the dynamic trio that was born in England but also lived in Australia for a number of years.
7. Which up-tempo song was not performed by The Average White Band?

Answer: Play That Funky Music

"Play That Funky Music" was performed by the group Wild Cherry. "Pick Up the Pieces" was performed by The Average White Band and is one of their greatest songs. The Scottish funk band once performed live on the dance music show, "Soul Train" ("Cut the Cake and "Person to Person") and they are one of the most sampled groups of all time. AWB had major success during the 70s and 80s with many songs that were both pop and R&B. "A Love of Your Own" is one of their best-loved slower songs and was featured on the 1976 album, "Soul Searching".
8. When David Bowie performed "Fame" on "Soul Train", he sang live.

Answer: False

David Bowie lip synched to the great dance song,"Fame" on the music show "Soul Train" in 1975. He wrote the song with Beatles member John Lennon. He also performed "Golden Years" on the show and answered questions from the dancers. It was a ground-breaking appearance, for David Bowie was one of the first non-black artists to perform on "Soul Train".

This music legend and fashion icon had so many hits, including "Let's Dance", "China Girl", "Modern Love" and the smash collaboration with Queen, "Under Pressure".
9. Can you finish the lyric from this George Michael song? "As the music dies, something in your eyes calls to mind a silver screen and all its sad goodbyes ______________________"

Answer: I'm never going to dance again

"Careless Whisper" was an international sensation for former Wham! member George Michael in 1984 and his first solo release. In 1985, Michael performed the unforgettable song with Smokey Robinson at the Apollo Theater during a live televised special. "Careless Whisper" has been covered by numerous artists and is a timeless classic with its subtle groove and catchy hook.

George Michael has also sung a duet with the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, called "I Knew You Were Waiting".
10. "I Just Wanna Stop" was a released in 1978 and performed by which Canadian singer?

Answer: Gino Vanelli

The mellow, mid-tempo song "I Just Wanna Stop" was sung by Gino Vanelli and is one of his most famous songs. It was written by brother Ross and is featured on the album "Brother to Brother". Joe Vanelli is another brother of Gino's who also had a hand in producing the soulful song. Robin Thicke is another talented singer who is the son of actor Alan Thicke.
Source: Author clbzone

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