Pop Music Trivia 2020: What You Need to Know
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Think you know all there is to know about pop music in 2020? Test your knowledge with this ultimate pop music trivia quiz!
The biggest hits of 2020
It’s been a big year for music, with plenty of catchy new tunes to get stuck in your head. From Billie Eilish to Taylor Swift, here are some of the biggest hits of 2020.
“Bad Guy” by Billie Eilish
This haunting tune topped the charts in several countries and was nominated for multiple Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year and Song of the Year.
“Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X
This country-rap crossover was an instant hit, spending a record-breaking 19 weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
“Truth Hurts” by Lizzo
This empowering anthem was nominated for two Grammy Awards and spent seven weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
“I Don’t Care” by Ed Sheeran and Justin Bieber
This collaboration between two of pop music’s biggest stars was a global hit, topping the charts in several countries.
“Señorita” by Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello
This sultry duet spent three weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart and won a Latin Grammy Award for Song of the Year.
The most popular artists of 2020
The most popular artists of 2020 include:
-Billie Eilish
-Ariana Grande
-Halsey
-Khalid
-Lil Nas X
-Post Malone
-Taylor Swift
-BTS
The biggest music festivals of 2020
Coachella, Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, and Governors Ball are just a few of the biggest and most popular US music festivals. Music lovers from around the world flock to these events, which feature a variety of musical genres including rock, pop, hip hop, and EDM. If you’re planning on attending any of these festivals this year, here’s what you need to know.
Coachella is one of the most popular music festivals in the world, with past headliners including Beyonce, Kendrick Lamar, and Radiohead. This year’s lineup includes BTS, Rage Against the Machine, Lana Del Rey, and more. The festival takes place over two weekends in April in Indio, California.
Bonnaroo is another long-running US music festival that takes place in Tennessee each June. The 2020 edition will feature headliners Tool, Lizzo, Tame Impala, and Willie Nelson. With over 100 artists performing across 10 stages over four days, there’s something for everyone at Bonnaroo.
Lollapalooza is one of the largest music festivals in the United States, attracting over 400,000 attendees each year. Held in Chicago’s Grant Park each August, the festival features more than 170 artists playing a variety of genres. This year’s lineup includes heavy hitters like Foo Fighters, Post Malone, Tyler the Creator, and Twenty One Pilots.
Governors Ball is New York City’s biggest music festival. Taking place on Randall’s Island each June Governors Ball features three days of music from some of the biggest names in rap , rock , pop , and more . This year’s lineup includes Billie Eilish , Lil Nas X , Florence + The Machine , and Vampire Weekend .
The most talked-about moments in music of 2020
As we come to the end of 2020, there have been many memorable moments in music. Here are some of the most talked-about moments of the year:
-In January, Lil Nas X released his song “Old Town Road” which became an instant viral sensation. The song was remixed with country artist Billy Ray Cyrus and went on to top the Billboard Hot 100 chart for a record-breaking 19 weeks.
-In February, Pop superstar Justin Bieber made his long-awaited return to music with the release of his album “Changes”. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified platinum in just one week.
-In March, R&B singer Alicia Keys released her seventh studio album “Alicia”. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and received critical acclaim from fans and critics alike.
-In April, Beyonce made history as the first woman of color to headline Coachella with her iconic performance of “Homecoming”. The performance was hailed as one of the greatest live shows of all time and was later released as a live album and concert film.
-In May, Pop group BTS made their long-awaited return to music with the release of their album “Map of the Soul: 7”. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and sold over four million copies in its first week.
-In June, Hip Hop trio Migos released their highly anticipated third studio album “Culture III”. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and received positive reviews from fans and critics alike.
-In July, Pop singer Demi Lovato made her triumphant return to music with the release of her single “Anyone”. The emotional ballad received critical acclaim and Lovato became an instant fan favorite once again.
-In August, Rap duo Outkast reunited for a headline performance at Lollapalooza Music Festival in Chicago. The duo performed hits from their catalog including “Hey Ya!” and “Ms. Jackson”.
-In September, Singer Halsey made her return to music with the release of her third studio album “Manic”. The album debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 chart and received positive reviews from fans worldwide.
– In October, Hip Hop artist Kendrick Lamar won the Pulitzer Prize for Music for his 2017 DAMN. album. He become only the second Hip Hop artist in history to receive this prestigious honor. In November, R&B singer Childish Gambino released his song “Redbone” which peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This marked Gambino’s highest charting single to date. – In December, Taylor Swift made history as she became the first woman ever to win Album of the Year at
The biggest comebacks in music of 2020
We’re only a few months into 2020, but there have already been some huge comebacks in the world of music. From long-awaited albums to reunions and surprise singles, here are some of the biggest comebacks we’ve seen so far this year.
Gorillaz: After a seven-year hiatus, Gorillaz returned in January with their new album “Humanz”. The album features an all-star cast of collaborators including Kendrick Lamar, De La Soul, Noel Gallagher and many more.
Rolling Stones: The Rolling Stones celebrated their 50th anniversary with the release of a new single, “Just Your Fool”. The single is taken from their upcoming album “Blue & Lonesome”, which is due out later this year.
New Order: New Order released their first album in ten years, “Music Complete”, back in September 2015. However, they made a surprise return earlier this year with the release of two new singles, “Plastic” and “People on the High Line”.
Red Hot Chili Peppers: The Red Hot Chili Peppers returned with a new album, “The Getaway”, in June 2016. This was followed by a massive world tour that is still ongoing. They released a new single, “Dark Necessities”, in May of this year.
Lady Gaga:Lady Gaga made her long-awaited return to pop music with her new album “Joanne” in October 2016. She followed this up with a successful world tour and the release of several singles, including “Million Reasons” and “Perfect Illusion”.
