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Suzanne Vega Trivia Quiz

Trivia questions pertaining to folksinger Suzanne Vega.

A multiple-choice quiz by SetsofWaves. Estimated time: 5 mins.

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SetsofWaves

Time
5 mins

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Multiple Choice

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72,336

Updated
Dec 03 21

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Question 1 of 10

1. What is the name of the extra song on the Japanese version of the 2001 CD release, 'Songs in Red and Gray'? Hint

'Private Goes Public'

'Caramel' (live)

'Black Widow Station'

'Golden'

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Question 2 of 10

2. What was Suzanne Vega's first single release? Hint

'Marlene on the Wall'

'The Queen and the Soldier'

'Small Blue Thing'

'Tom's Diner'

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Question 3 of 10

3. In which movie did Suzanne's song 'Left of Center' appear? Hint

Pretty Woman

Heathers

Pretty in Pink

Breakfast Club

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Question 4 of 10

4. The 1998 Greatest Hits CD, 'Tried and True', contains two new tracks. One of them is 'Rosemary.' What is the title of the other? Hint

'Solitaire'

'Room off the Street'

'Golden'

'Book and a Cover'

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Question 5 of 10

5. Who is the producer of Suzanne's 2001 CD, 'Songs in Red and Gray'? Hint

Mitchell Froom

Rupert Hine

Anton Sanko

Steve Addabbo

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Question 6 of 10

6. What is the name of the techno group that remixed 'Tom's Diner'-- turning it into a huge hit? Hint

Paul van Dyk

Junior Vasquez

DNA

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Question 7 of 10

7. Who plays bass on 'Songs in Red and Gray' and toured with her on the 2001-2002 shows? Hint

Mike Visceglia

Sebastian Steinberg

Bruce Thomas

Gerry Leonard

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Question 8 of 10

8. Limited Edition versions of 'Days of Open Hand' album and the 'Book of Dreams' single were released in 1990-- what was special about them? Hint

They contained extra tracks

They had paper cases instead of plastic

They contained remixed versions of the Songs

They had hologram covers

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Question 9 of 10

9. Which alcoholic beverage is mentioned in the song 'Stockings'? Hint

Gin and Tonic

Tom Collins

Vodka Tonic

Jack and Coke

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Question 10 of 10

10. Who plays the piano solo on the song 'Left of Center'? Hint

Suzanne Vega

Mitchell Froom

Elton John

Joe Jackson

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What is the name of the extra song on the Japanese version of the 2001 CD release, 'Songs in Red and Gray'?

Answer: 'Golden'

The Japanese release includes the song 'Golden,' which has never been released in the United States or Europe. However, Suzanne performed it on a few show during the 2001-2002 tour.

2. What was Suzanne Vega's first single release?

Answer: 'Marlene on the Wall'

'Marlene on the Wall' was Suzanne's first single-- released in 1985. Following 'Marlene' was 'Small Blue Thing.'

3. In which movie did Suzanne's song 'Left of Center' appear?

Answer: Pretty in Pink

'Left of Center' was used in the film 'Pretty in Pink.' It was featured on the film's soundtrack and never appeared on one of Suzanne's albums until the 1998 greatest hits 'Tried and True' album.

4. The 1998 Greatest Hits CD, 'Tried and True', contains two new tracks. One of them is 'Rosemary.' What is the title of the other?

Answer: 'Book and a Cover'

'Book and a Cover' is track 16 on 'Tried and True' and was released as a single in the U.K.

5. Who is the producer of Suzanne's 2001 CD, 'Songs in Red and Gray'?

Answer: Rupert Hine

For 'Songs in Red and Gray', Suzanne chose Rupert Hine instead of ex-husband Mitchell Froom, who had produced 'Nine Objects of Desire,' and '99.9F'.

6. What is the name of the techno group that remixed 'Tom's Diner'-- turning it into a huge hit?

Answer: DNA

DNA remixed the a capella version of 'Tom's Diner'-- it is the remixed verion you often hear on the radio.

7. Who plays bass on 'Songs in Red and Gray' and toured with her on the 2001-2002 shows?

Answer: Mike Visceglia

Mike has performed with Suzanne for years-- the 2001-2002 shows to support 'Songs in Red and Gray' were no exception.

8. Limited Edition versions of 'Days of Open Hand' album and the 'Book of Dreams' single were released in 1990-- what was special about them?

Answer: They had hologram covers

Both of these releases had limited edition hologram covers.

9. Which alcoholic beverage is mentioned in the song 'Stockings'?

Answer: Gin and Tonic

The lyrics is: 'When the gin and tonic makes the room begin to spin...' From the 1996 release, 'Nine Objects of Desire.'

10. Who plays the piano solo on the song 'Left of Center'?

Answer: Joe Jackson

Joe Jackson makes a guest appearance on piano in 'Left of Center.'

Source: Author SetsofWaves

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