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Welcome to 90s Music Quiz Questions - a light-hearted online quiz site for those who want to test their memory of a decade of hits, styles and iconic artists. Here you get two sets of quiz questions and answers that mix pop, rock, eurodance, hip hop and R&B from the 1990s. The questions are suitable for both those who lived through the era and those who are discovering the songs afterwards via radio, playlists and nostalgia channels. Each question has a short, clear answer and a neutral explanation, so you can quickly learn more without getting bogged down in lengthy lyrics. Play by yourself, challenge a friend or run as quick entertainment on your mobile. The goal is simple, fun facts - and to see how much 90s music you actually know.<\/p>\n

The 90s was a decade of musical contrasts and technological breakthroughs. It was the era when the CD dominated and formats such as the 'CD single' became popular, while music videos on channels such as MTV reached their creative peak and shaped the image of artists. Genres such as grunge, with bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam, exploded out of Seattle, offering a rawer alternative to the polished rock of the 80s. Meanwhile, Eurodance hits from artists such as Dr Alban and Ace of Base filled the dancefloors, while the golden age of hip-hop continued with influential albums from both the east and west coasts of the US. Towards the end of the decade, boy and girl groups like the Backstreet Boys, Spice Girls and *NSYNC took over the charts, defining a new wave of pop culture that continues to this day.<\/p>\n

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<\/i>Which Swedish group had the worldwide hit \"It's My Life\" in the 1990s?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Dr Alban
\nThe song was released in 1992 and became a major Eurodance hit internationally. The artist behind the project is Swedish-Nigerian and is strongly associated with 90s music and the club scene.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American singer released the album \"Jagged Little Pill\" in 1995?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Alanis Morissette
\nThe album became one of the best-selling albums of the 1990s and included several radio hits. It is considered a key work in 90s music with alternative rock and confessional lyrics.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which British band released the single 'Wonderwall' which became a 90s classic?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Oasis
\nThe song was released in 1995 and became the band's biggest international single. It is often associated with the Britpop era and is a well-known part of 90s music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which pop group sang \"...Baby One More Time\" in the late 1990s?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Britney Spears
\nThe debut single was released in 1998 and topped charts in many countries. It marked a shift towards teen pop and became a key song in 90s music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Swedish duo wrote the song 'The Sign' that became a hit in the US?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Ace of Base
\nThe breakthrough came in 1993 and brought the group international success. They are associated with melodic pop and are a clear example of Swedish 90s music exports.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which band was fronted by Kurt Cobain and hit the big time with 'Smells Like Teen Spirit'?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Nirvana
\nReleased in 1991, the song was a breakthrough for grunge. The band and its sound strongly influenced 90s music and alternative rock.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American rap group made the album \"The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill\" in 1998?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Lauryn Hill
\nIt was a solo album that blended hip hop, soul and R&B with great success. The release is considered a milestone in 90s music and modern popular music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which boy group had the hit \"I Want It That Way\" in 1999?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Backstreet Boys
\nThe single became a global pop hit and one of the group's most famous songs. It represents the late 90s and is a recognisable part of 90s music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which girl group popularised the term 'Girl Power' in the 1990s?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Spice Girls
\nThe group broke through in 1996 and became a pop phenomenon with a strong brand. They are closely associated with 90s music and the pop culture of the time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which French electronic duo made the album \"Homework\" in 1997?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Daft Punk
\nThe album introduced a distinctive house sound with big club tracks. It became important for electronic 90s music and later dance developments.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Swedish artist won Eurovision with \"Take Me to Your Heaven\" in 1999?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Charlotte Nilsson
\nThe entry won the competition in Jerusalem and became a major Swedish schlager hit. The win is a clear event in Swedish 90s music and television history.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Los del R\u00edo song became a global dance craze in the mid-1990s?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Macarena
\nThe international version dominated the charts in 1996 and spread via dance steps. The phenomenon is typical of 90s music and the party culture of the time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American artist released the album \"The Slim Shady LP\" in 1999?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Eminem
\nThe album gave him a major breakthrough and established a controversial rap style. It is an important release in late 90s music and hip hop.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which band made the power ballad \"I Don't Want to Miss a Thing\" in 1998?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Aerosmith
\nThe song was written for the film Armageddon and became a huge radio hit. It shows how rock ballads had a new impact in 90s music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Swedish Eurodance group made the hit \"Cotton Eye Joe\" in 1994?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Rednex
\nThe song mixed country influences with dance and became an international hit. It is a characteristic example of playful 90s music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Whitney Houston song became famous from the film 'The Bodyguard'?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: I Will Always Love You
\nThe recording was released in 1992 and became one of the biggest ballads of the 1990s. It is strongly associated with 90s music and the soundtrack era.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American group sang \"No Scrubs\" in 1999?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: TLC
\nThe single topped the charts and became a signature song in R&B. The group was central to 90s music and female voices in the genre.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Ricky Martin song became a World Cup anthem in 1998?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: The Cup of Life
\nThe song was linked to the World Cup in France and became a global hit. It shows how 90s music often crossed sports and pop culture.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Swedish artist made the album \"Tillf\u00e4lligheter\" and the hit \"Sista andetaget\" in the 1990s?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Kent
\nThe band broke through widely at the end of the decade with Swedish-language rock. They became an important part of Swedish 90s music and alternative pop.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which band released the song 'Zombie' that became associated with 1990s rock?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: The Cranberries
\nThe song was released in 1994 and became a major international hit with a distinct sound. It is considered a classic of 90s music and alternative rock.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which artist made the album \"Ray of Light\" in 1998 with electronic influences?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Madonna
\nThe album marked a change in style with more electronic production. It became an important part of 90s music and her continued career dominance.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which 1998 Cher song became famous for its distinct autotune effect?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Believe
\nThe single became a huge hit and made the effect more widely known in pop. It is a clear milestone in late 90s music and modern production.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American group sang \"Waterfalls\" in 1995?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: TLC
\nThe song combined pop and R&B with a social message and became a big hit. It is an important part of 90s music and the group's breakthrough.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which artist released \"Blue (Da Ba Dee)\" in 1998 together with Eiffel 65?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Eiffel 65
\nThe project was an Italian Eurodance group that became a global hit. The song is strongly associated with clubby 90s music and synth melodies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Swedish group had the hit \"All That She Wants\" in the early 1990s?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Ace of Base
\nThe single was released in 1992 and became an international success with reggae influences. It is one of the most played songs in Swedish 90s music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American artist made the song \"Black or White\" in the early 1990s?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Michael Jackson
\nThe single was released in 1991 and became a global hit with an acclaimed music video. It is a central part of 90s music and his later career.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which band made \"Losing My Religion\" which became a big 90s track?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: R.E.M.
\nThe song was released in 1991 and is characterised by mandolin and alternative rock sound. It is considered one of the most influential singles in 90s music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Swedish artist had a breakthrough with 'Se p\u00e5 mig' in 1995?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Jan Johansen
\nThe song became known through the Melodifestivalen and received great radio exposure. It is a clear part of Swedish 90s music and the schlager tradition.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which British singer released 'Torn' as a major single in 1997?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Natalie Imbruglia
\nThe song became an international pop rock hit and was widely played on the radio. It is strongly associated with 90s music and singer-songwriter pop.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American group made \"My Heart Will Go On\" linked to the Titanic?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: C\u00e9line Dion
\nThe song was released in 1997 and became one of the biggest soundtrack tracks in film history. It is a classic ballad in 90s music and adult pop.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Swedish rock group made the album \"Gran Turismo\" in 1999?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: The Cardigans
\nThe album included \"My Favourite Game\" and received international attention. The group is an important part of Swedish 90s music with a pop rock profile.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Haddaway song from 1993 became a Eurodance classic?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: What Is Love
\nThe single became a big club hit and was widely played in Europe. It is a typical example of 90's music with a strong chorus and dance beat.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American rock group sang \"Iris\" in 1998?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Goo Goo Dolls
\nThe song was used in the film City of Angels and became a long-running radio hit. It is a well-known ballad in 90s music and alternative rock.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Swedish group made 'Save Tonight' an international hit in 1997?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Eagle-Eye Cherry
\nThe song was a huge success and was played a lot in the US and Europe. It is a well-known track in Swedish 90s music and pop rock.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American group released the album 'Nevermind' in 1991?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Nirvana
\nThe album pushed grunge into the mainstream and changed the rock landscape. It is recognised as one of the most influential works of 90s music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which German group is known for 'Rhythm Is a Dancer' from 1992?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Snap!
\nThe song became an international dance hit and typical of early 90s club music. It is one of the most recognisable tracks in 90s music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Swedish artist made \"Gold and Green Forests\" a big hit in the 1990s?<\/a><\/h3>

Reply: Hasse Andersson
\nThe song became famous in Sweden and is linked to dance band and folk pop traditions. It shows the breadth of Swedish 90s music beyond international pop.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American group remade 'Killing Me Softly' in 1996?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Fugees
\nThe cover version became a huge hit and brought the group global attention. The song is an important part of 90s music and 1990s hip-hop soul.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which artist sang \"Genie in a Bottle\" in 1999?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Christina Aguilera
\nHer debut single became an international hit and established her as a pop star. It represents the late 90s and is a clear part of 90s music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which song by Lou Bega from 1999 was based on a mambo classic?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Mambo No. 5
\nThe single became a global hit with samples and chart success. It shows how 90s music often used retro influences in modern pop.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which British group released 'Bitter Sweet Symphony' in 1997?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: The Verve
\nThe song became famous for its string loop and big chorus, as well as legal disputes over sampling. It is considered a signature song in 90s music and Britpop.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Swedish pop artist made the song \"D\u00e4r du andas\" in the late 1990s?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Martin Stenmarck
\nThe song became famous in Sweden and was played on the radio during the period. It is part of Swedish 90s music and the transition to 2000s pop.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American group made \"MMMBop\" a big hit in 1997?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Hanson
\nThe trio broke through as a teenage pop phenomenon and topped the charts. The song is a recognisable part of 90s music and radio pop.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which artist released the album \"OK Computer\" in 1997?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Radiohead
\nThe album was acclaimed for its experimental rock sound and themes of modernity. It is seen as a central work of 90s music and alternative rock.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which 1991 Metallica song is often referred to as \"Enter Sandman\"?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Enter Sandman
\nThe single became one of the band's biggest and introduced them to a wider audience. It is an important part of 90s hard rock and metal music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Swedish group won Eurovision 1991 with \"Caught in a Storm\"?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Carola
\nThe win came in Rome and became a major Swedish music and TV event. It is considered a classic piece of Swedish 90s music and schlager.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American artist made 'Vogue' a big hit in the early 1990s?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Madonna
\nThe song popularised voguing and became a major chart success. It is an early 90s marker and part of 90s dance pop music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which song by 2 Unlimited from 1993 is called \"No Limit\"?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: No Limit
\nThe single became one of the most famous club hits of the Eurodance era in Europe and is strongly associated with 90s music and high-energy dance sounds.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Swedish group made \"Sommartider\" which became a sing-along classic but came back strongly in the 1990s?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Golden Age
\nThe band's songs were revitalised through re-releases and radio, even if the original song is older. They remained important in Swedish 90s music and the nostalgia scene.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which artist sang \"Smooth\" with Santana in 1999?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Rob Thomas
\nThe collaboration was a big hit and contributed to Santana's comeback with the album Supernatural. The song is a clear part of late 90s music and the radio format.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American group released 'Creep' as an early 90s song?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Radiohead
\nThe single was released in 1992 and became the band's first big break. It is a well-known part of the 90's music and alternative rock breakthrough.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which song by The Prodigy from 1996 became famous for its aggressive electronic style?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Firestarter
\nThe single was a big hit and helped big beat reach the mainstream. It is a clear example of 90s music in electronic rock and rave culture.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Swedish artist had the hit \"Det kommer att g\u00e5 \u00f6ver\" in the 1990s?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Lisa Nilsson
\nShe made it big in Sweden with soul and pop-influenced songs during the decade. Her music is part of Swedish 90s music and radio history.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which group sang \"Everybody (Backstreet's Back)\" in the 1990s?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Backstreet Boys
\nThe song was released in 1997 and became one of their most played singles. It is typical of 90s music with boy group pop and choreography.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American artist released \"Ice Ice Baby\" as an early 90s hit?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Vanilla Ice
\nThe single became one of the first rap songs to top the charts widely. It is a recognisable part of 90s music and early mainstream hip hop.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which Swedish group made the hit \"N\u00e4r vindarna viskar mitt namn\" in 2000 but had a 90s career as a basis?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Roger Pontare
\nThe artist was established in the 1990s in Swedish music and television. His style is linked to schlager and shows continuity from Swedish 90s music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which 1994 Blur song became a Britpop anthem?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Parklife
\nThe single and album summarised the everyday lyrics and sound of Britpop. It is a central reference point in 90s music and British rock.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i>Which American artist released 'All Star' in 1999?<\/a><\/h3>

Answer: Smash Mouth
\nThe song became a big radio hit and was used in several films and adverts. It belongs to recognisable 90s music with pop rock and a humorous tone.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>