The Fantastic "Hot Fuss" by The Killers Online Quiz | Music

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1. Which of the following lyrics belongs to this song by The Killers, "Smile Like You Mean It"?

Answer: Dreams aren't what they used to be

The Killers originated from Las Vegas, Nevada. The band originally consisted of vocalist and keyboardist Brandon Flowers and guitarist David Keuning. Later, they picked up bassist Mark Stoermer and drummer Ronnie Vannucci. The Killers have cited the band Oasis as one of their main influences.

2. This particular song by The Killers, that starts off light but becomes darker as it progresses, contains this lyric: "We were just in time, let me take a little more off your mind". What song is this?

Answer: Midnight Show

Two of the songs in "Hot Fuss" are part of a self-proclaimed "murder trilogy" by The Killers. These two songs are "Midnight Show" and "Jenny Was A Friend Of Mine", and they tell the story of a jealous man murdering his girlfriend. The third song in this trilogy, "Leave The Bourbon On The Shelf", is likely to make an appearance after "Hot Fuss".

3. A fantastic song by The Killers in their "Hot Fuss" album is titled "All These Things That I've Done". Identify the missing word in the lyric from this song. "I wanna _____ on in the hearts of men."

Answer: shine

One of Brandon's biggest dreams was to feature a gospel choir in some of his songs. In "Hot Fuss", this dream came alive through the songs "All These Things That I've Done" and "Andy, You're A Star". These two songs in the album feature the choir Sweet Inspirations, which has worked with Elvis Presley, Jimi Hendrix, and Aretha Franklin.

It's definitely a very interesting sound in The Killers' music!

4. "But now I've found the velvet sun that shines on me and you." This song by The Killers celebrates their triumph as a hit band. Which song is it?

Answer: On Top

In 2002, Brandon Flowers was a member of a band called Blush Response. However, the band dumped him after he refused to relocate to Los Angeles with the rest of the band. This experience made Brandon realize that he wanted to start a new type of band, thus paving the way for The Killers!

5. What is the missing word in this lyric from The Killers' song "Everything Will Be Alright"? "I was out shopping for a ____."

Answer: doll

The Killers started forming when Brandon answered Dave Keuning's ad in the newspaper. The two hit it off rapidly, and Dave's reaction about Brandon was that, "He was the only person to reply to my ad who wasn't a complete freak" (islandrecords.com). I guess they were meant for each other!

6. Name the correct lyric that belongs to "Change Your Mind" by The Killers.

Answer: Help me through the hopeless haze

Brandon and Dave finally added Mark Stoermer and Ronnie Vannucci to the group, thus becoming complete. Before becoming famous, Brandon had ben a hotel bellhop, Dave had worked at Banana Republic, Mark had been a medical courier, and Ronnie a photographer and student. While making do with these jobs, the band worked on their debut album, "Hot Fuss".

7. "Andy, You're A Star" is a song told by a stalker. Which is the correct missing word in this lyric from this interesting song by The Killers? "In the staff room the _______ is in."

Answer: verdict

While working on "Hot Fuss", The Killers spent most of their time in a 120-degree (F) garage. That's practically roasting to death if you ask me! If they couldn't use the garage, then Ronnie stepped in and got the group access to his school's music room, usually around midnight. Talk about being resourceful!

8. The Killers' rather creepy song "Jenny Was A Friend Of Mine" contains which lyric?

Answer: There ain't no motive for this crime

"Jenny Was A Friend Of Mine" is part of The Killers' murder trilogy, along with "Midnight Show". The Killers have toured many times in London and the UK. "Hot Fuss" was self-produced by the group, with input providing by Alan Moulder, who has worked with U2 and Smashing Pumpkins, and Mark Needham, who has worked with Fleetwood Mac.

9. This "Hot Fuss" song by The Killers has been very popular on the radio. "Gotta gotta be down, because I want it all." Name that Killers song!

Answer: Mr. Brightside

"Mr. Brightside" is about severe jealousy in a relationship, and how it can just explode outward through the imagination. This was the first song that The Killers wrote; in fact, it was the song that Brandon and Dave worked on when they first met. Also, up to the point of the "Hot Fuss" debut, "Mr. Brightside" has been played at each show The Killers have done.

10. This other song by The Killers has also been extremely popular, and it is very catchy and fun to listen to! Here's part of it: "Well somebody told me you had a boyfriend who looked like a girlfriend that I had in February of last year; it's not confidential, I've got potential". What's the name of the song?

Answer: Somebody Told Me

"Somebody Told Me" by The Killers is very high-energy and great fun to listen to! The song is awesome! All factual information for this quiz was taken from http://www.islandrecords.com/thekillers/site/thekillers_bio.las. I hope you enjoyed this quiz on The Killers and their debut album "Hot Fuss". This band rocks!

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The Fantastic "Hot Fuss" by The Killers Quiz

This quiz covers the lyrics from The Killers' debut album "Hot Fuss", which came out in June of 2004. This band is quite excellent! Have a great time with this quiz!

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