Match The 1990s One Hit Wonders And Artists Quiz

Answer: John Mellencamp and Meshell Ndegeocello

Meshell Ndegeocello is a singer-songwriter, rapper, bassist, and vocalist who has received ten Grammy Nominations. John Mellencamp is, well, John Mellencamp. Their cover duet of Van Morrison's 'Wild Night' reached number three in March of 1994 and was included as a track on Mellencamp's 'Dance Naked' album.

Answer: Right Said Fred

Right Said Fred is a London based band consisting of brothers Fred and Richard Fairbrass and a rotating cast of other musicians. The name of the band is taken from a 1962 novelty song by Bernard Cribbins. 'I'm Too Sexy' was a US number one in February of '92.

Answer: Fatboy Slim

Norman Cook is an English musician and producer of big beat electronic music. Recording under his Fatboy Slim moniker he's had a string of UK hits as a solo act and as a member of several bands since the 1990s. His only hit in the US, 'Praise You', peaked at number 36 in May of '99.

Answer: Faith No More

Formed in 1979, San Francisco rock band Faith No More has been through several names and numerous lineup changes over the years. Released from their album 'The Real Thing' in 1990, 'Epic' reached number nine in 1990. Both the album and single were nominated for Grammy awards.

Answer: Dionne Farris

Dionne Farris was named by her parents for Dionne Warwick, a favorite of theirs. After recording with hip hop group Arrested Development her first solo album 'Wild Seed - Wild Flower' was released in 1994. 'I Know', the only single from the album, reached number four in the spring of '95.

Answer: Fiona Apple

'Criminal' won a Grammy for Fiona Apple as Best Female Rock Vocal Performance and a nomination for Best Rock Song. Although reaching only number 21 on Billboard's Hot 100, it reached number four on the magazine's Modern Rock Tracks chart.

Answer: Blind Melon

Blind Melon formed in Los Angeles in 1990 and, taking their name from Cheech & Chong's character Blind Melon Chitlin, they released two successful albums prior to the death of lead vocalist Shannon Hoon in 1995. They've since regrouped and continue to perform. 'No Rain' reached number 20 on the Hot 100 in 1993, and topped both the Album Rock Tracks and Modern Rock Tracks charts.

Answer: Jasmine Guy

Jasmine Guy was best known as an actress. She played Whitley Gilbert on six seasons of 'Cosby Show' spin-off 'A Different World' from 1987 to 1993. She released a self-titled album in 1990. 'Just Want to Hold You' was the most successful single release, peaking at 34 on the Hot 100 in late 1991. Guy resides in Atlanta and continues her acting career in film and TV.

Answer: Everything but the Girl

EBTG was an English duo consisting of singer Tracey Thorn and guitarist, producer, singer Ben Watt. After meeting at the University of Hull, they began performing together with some success in the UK. 'Missing' was their biggest hit, reaching the top ten in several countries including the US where it was number two in February of '96.

Answer: Five

Boy band Five (5ive) was formed in London in 1997. They enjoyed success in Europe and Asia but 'When the Lights Go Out' was their only US hit, cracking the top ten in the summer of 1998. After selling 20 million records around the world, Five broke up in 2001. They've made a couple of attempts to re-form but have yet to secure a recording contract.