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The Music of Paul Young Trivia Quiz

I noticed that there were no quizzes on one of my absolute favorite male artists, soulful British singer, Paul Young. I hope you have as much fun playing as I had putting it together.

A multiple-choice quiz by TC1261. Estimated time: 3 mins.

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121,836

Updated
Dec 03 21

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Question 1 of 10

1. Name the country where Paul was born. Hint

England

USA

Ireland

Scotland

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Question 2 of 10

2. Paul's # 1 hit, "Everytime You Go Away" was written by one of the members of a legendary pop duo. Name the writer. Hint

Daryl Hall

John Oates

Phil Everly

Don Everly

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Question 3 of 10

3. Complete the song title: "_________ of Memories." Hint

Tomb

Room

Book

Chest

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Question 4 of 10

4. Which group originally recorded the hit, "Oh, Girl"? Hint

The Four Tops

The Miracles

The Chi-Lites

The Temptations

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Question 5 of 10

5. Complete the song title: "I'm Gonna Tear Your _____________ Down." Hint

Castle

Playhouse

Mansion

Apartment

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Question 6 of 10

6. During the mid-80's, Paul was featured on a famous charity recording and video project. Name it. Hint

Band-Aid

Hands Across America

We Are the World

Farm Aid

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Question 7 of 10

7. The song, "Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home)," one of Paul's first hits, was co-written and recorded by a legendary R & B artist. Name him. Hint

Al Green

Teddy Pendergrass

Barry White

Marvin Gaye

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Question 8 of 10

8. Paul's first Top 40 chart single in the U.S. came from the album, "No Parlez," and was accompanied by a scenic black and white video on VH-1. Name it. Hint

No Parlez

Sex

Love of the Common People

Come Back and Stay

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Question 9 of 10

9. The title of Paul's "The Secret of Association" album was inspired by a nameplate on someone's desk.

True

False

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Question 10 of 10

10. In addition to singing, Paul also plays an instrument. Which one? Hint

piano

rhythm guitar

bass

drums

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Name the country where Paul was born.

Answer: England

Paul was born in Luton, England in 1956.

2. Paul's # 1 hit, "Everytime You Go Away" was written by one of the members of a legendary pop duo. Name the writer.

Answer: Daryl Hall

The song was written by Daryl Hall and originally recorded by Daryl Hall and John Oates. It is featured on their "Voices" album.

3. Complete the song title: "_________ of Memories."

Answer: Tomb

The song (which I think has a very intersting title) is featured on Paul's second U.S. release, "The Secret of Association."

4. Which group originally recorded the hit, "Oh, Girl"?

Answer: The Chi-Lites

The Chi-Lites recorded this song first, back in the early 1970's.

5. Complete the song title: "I'm Gonna Tear Your _____________ Down."

Answer: Playhouse

This song was proof positive of Paul's versatility--his ability to deliver soulful up-tempo songs as well as smooth ballads.

6. During the mid-80's, Paul was featured on a famous charity recording and video project. Name it.

Answer: Band-Aid

Paul was featured on the recording and video for the Band-Aid project, "Do They Know It's Christmas?" This was the first of several big projects by groups of music artists to raise funds for various groups. Band-Aid's proceeds went directly to famine relief in Ethiopia.

7. The song, "Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home)," one of Paul's first hits, was co-written and recorded by a legendary R & B artist. Name him.

Answer: Marvin Gaye

The song was co-written and originally recorded by the late Marvin Gaye.

8. Paul's first Top 40 chart single in the U.S. came from the album, "No Parlez," and was accompanied by a scenic black and white video on VH-1. Name it.

Answer: Come Back and Stay

"Come Back and Stay," Paul's first Top 40 American hit, peaked at #17 on the Billboard Pop Chart.

9. The title of Paul's "The Secret of Association" album was inspired by a nameplate on someone's desk.

Answer: True

Paul saw a nameplate on someone's desk, which read, "The Secretary of the Association." Thus, his album title was born.

10. In addition to singing, Paul also plays an instrument. Which one?

Answer: bass

Paul plays bass. He was a bassist for several bands including The Q-Tips.

Source: Author TC1261

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