Quiz: The Top Songs of All Time
What is the best-selling single of all time?
- "White Christmas" by Bing Crosby. This classic song has sold over 50 million copies worldwide since its release in 1942.
Which song spent the most weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100?
- "One Sweet Day" by Mariah Carey and Boyz II Men. This emotional ballad spent 16 weeks at the top of the charts in 1995-1996.
What is the most streamed song of all time?
- "Despacito" by Luis Fonsi featuring Daddy Yankee. This infectious Latin hit has been streamed over 7 billion times on various platforms.
Who wrote the song "Bohemian Rhapsody"?
- Freddie Mercury. The lead singer of Queen wrote this iconic song that has been covered by countless artists and featured in movies, TV shows, and commercials.
Which song won the Record of the Year Grammy in 2019?
- "Shallow" by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. This powerful ballad from the movie "A Star Is Born" won four Grammy Awards and an Academy Award.
What is the best-selling album of all time?
- "Thriller" by Michael Jackson. This groundbreaking album has sold over 66 million copies worldwide since its release in 1982.
Which song was the first music video to air on MTV?
- "Video Killed the Radio Star" by The Buggles. This synth-pop hit was the perfect choice for the first-ever music video to grace the airwaves of MTV in 1981.
Which song has been covered by more artists than any other song in history?
- "Yesterday" by The Beatles. This timeless classic has been covered by over 2,200 artists in various languages and styles.
Who wrote the song "Imagine"?
- John Lennon. This iconic song about peace, love, and unity was written and performed by the legendary Beatle.
Which song was the first to win an Academy Award for Best Original Song?
- "Over the Rainbow" from "The Wizard of Oz". This timeless classic has been covered by countless artists and remains a beloved symbol of hope and dreams.
