Hits & Icons: 2010s Music Artists Quiz

Think you know the stars who defined the 2010s? Test your pop, hip-hop and indie music smarts in this fun, fast quiz — perfect for 12+ music fans!

  1. Which British singer released the 2011 album '21' that became a global best-seller?
    1. Duffy
    2. Lana Del Rey
    3. Adele
    4. Jessie J
  2. Which Canadian artist rose to fame in the early 2010s with the hit 'Call Me Maybe'?
    1. Shawn Mendes
    2. Alessia Cara
    3. Avril Lavigne
    4. Carly Rae Jepsen
  3. Which American rapper turned pop superstar collaborated with Rihanna on 'Love the Way You Lie' era influences and released the album 'Recovery' in 201
    1. Lil Wayne
    2. Drake
    3. Kanye West
    4. Eminem
  4. Which Barbadian singer dominated charts in the 2010s with albums like 'Loud' and 'Anti'?
    1. Beyoncé
    2. Rihanna
    3. Nicki Minaj
    4. Shakira
  5. Which British electronic duo released the 2013 hit album 'Random Access Memories' featuring a retro-future sound?
    1. Daft Punk
    2. Disclosure
    3. The xx
    4. Calvin Harris
  6. Which American singer-songwriter released the 2015 album '25' with the comeback single 'Hello'?
    1. Ed Sheeran
    2. Sam Smith
    3. Adele
    4. Bruno Mars
  7. Which hip-hop artist released the 2013 album 'Yeezus' and is also known for fashion collaborations?
    1. Kendrick Lamar
    2. Kanye West
    3. J. Cole
    4. Pharrell Williams

Answers and explanations

  1. Question: Which British singer released the 2011 album '21' that became a global best-seller?
    Answer: Adele
    Explanation: Adele's '21' blended soul and pop, selling millions worldwide and winning multiple Grammys; artists like Amy Winehouse influenced her sound, which is why some might confuse them.
  2. Question: Which Canadian artist rose to fame in the early 2010s with the hit 'Call Me Maybe'?
    Answer: Carly Rae Jepsen
    Explanation: 'Call Me Maybe' was a viral pop smash in 2012 that launched Jepsen internationally; people sometimes mistake other Canadian pop stars like Justin Bieber as the singer.
  3. Question: Which American rapper turned pop superstar collaborated with Rihanna on 'Love the Way You Lie' era influences and released the album 'Recovery' in 201
    Answer: Eminem
    Explanation: Eminem's 2010s work included 'Recovery' and high-profile collaborations; some might confuse him with other rappers who also crossed into pop, but his distinct delivery and songwriting are clear markers.
  4. Question: Which Barbadian singer dominated charts in the 2010s with albums like 'Loud' and 'Anti'?
    Answer: Rihanna
    Explanation: Rihanna blended pop, R&B, and dancehall to produce many chart-topping hits; listeners sometimes confuse her with other pop divas, but her Caribbean roots and distinctive voice set her apart.
  5. Question: Which British electronic duo released the 2013 hit album 'Random Access Memories' featuring a retro-future sound?
    Answer: Daft Punk
    Explanation: Daft Punk combined electronic production with live musicians on that Grammy-winning album; newcomers might mix them up with solo electronic producers, but their robotic helmets are iconic.
  6. Question: Which American singer-songwriter released the 2015 album '25' with the comeback single 'Hello'?
    Answer: Adele
    Explanation: Adele's '25' marked a major comeback and blockbuster sales; though some might think of other ballad singers, the chart impact and vocal style point to her.
  7. Question: Which hip-hop artist released the 2013 album 'Yeezus' and is also known for fashion collaborations?
    Answer: Kanye West
    Explanation: Kanye pushed boundaries with 'Yeezus' and later became prominent in fashion; people sometimes confuse his work with other producers, but his public persona and brand ties are distinctive.