1.
Which stage show and movie included such songs as "Steam Heat" and "Seven and a Half Cents" and starred Bonnie Raitt's father?
Correct Answer
B. The Pajama Game
Explanation
The correct answer is The Pajama Game. The stage show and movie The Pajama Game included songs such as "Steam Heat" and "Seven and a Half Cents" and starred Bonnie Raitt's father.
2.
Who wrote "Thing Called Love" on Bonnie Raitt's 1989 hit album, "Nick of Time"?
Correct Answer
A. John Hiatt
Explanation
John Hiatt wrote "Thing Called Love" on Bonnie Raitt's 1989 hit album, "Nick of Time".
3.
Which Broadway musical star is Bonnie Raitt's father?
Correct Answer
B. John Raitt
Explanation
John Raitt is the correct answer because he is Bonnie Raitt's father and was a Broadway musical star. He gained fame for his roles in musicals such as "Carousel" and "The Pajama Game." Bonnie Raitt, a renowned singer-songwriter, followed in her father's footsteps and achieved success in the music industry.
4.
Which actor did Bonnie Raitt marry in 1991?
Correct Answer
D. Michael O'Keefe
Explanation
Bonnie Raitt married Michael O'Keefe in 1991.
5.
Who did Bonnie Raitt sing a duet with on "In The Mood" in 1989?
Correct Answer
A. John Lee Hooker
Explanation
Bonnie Raitt sang a duet with John Lee Hooker on "In The Mood" in 1989. This is evident from the question itself, which specifically asks about the duet partner on that particular song.
6.
What song did Bonnie Raitt sing on the Disney tribute album, "Stay Awake"?
Correct Answer
C. Baby Mine
Explanation
Bonnie Raitt sang the song "Baby Mine" on the Disney tribute album, "Stay Awake."
7.
Bonnie Raitt helped found which organization?
Correct Answer
D. M.U.S.E.
Explanation
Bonnie Raitt helped found the organization M.U.S.E. M.U.S.E. (Musicians United for Safe Energy) was founded in 1979 by Raitt and other musicians to raise awareness about the dangers of nuclear power and promote clean and renewable energy sources. The organization organized a series of benefit concerts and events to support their cause and continues to advocate for environmental issues through music and activism.
8.
What decade is the hit single "I Can't Make You Love Me" by Bonnie Raitt from?
Correct Answer
D. Nineties
Explanation
The hit single "I Can't Make You Love Me" by Bonnie Raitt is from the nineties.
9.
What decade is the hit single "Love Sneakin' Up On You" by Bonnie Raitt from?
Correct Answer
A. Nineties
Explanation
The hit single "Love Sneakin' Up On You" by Bonnie Raitt is from the nineties.
10.
When did Bonnie Raitt first have a top 100 single on the year-end Billboard charts?
Correct Answer
C. 1991
Explanation
In 1991, Bonnie Raitt first had a top 100 single on the year-end Billboard charts. This means that one of her songs reached the top 100 most popular songs of that year according to Billboard's rankings. It was a significant achievement for Bonnie Raitt and marked a milestone in her career.
11.
Which Del Shannon song did Bonnie Raitt cover on the album "Sweet Forgiveness"?
Correct Answer
A. Runaway
Explanation
Bonnie Raitt covered the Del Shannon song "Runaway" on her album "Sweet Forgiveness".
12.
What African nation did Bonnie Raitt plan to travel to as a freshman in college?
Correct Answer
C. Tanzania
Explanation
Bonnie Raitt planned to travel to Tanzania as a freshman in college.
13.
Which bluesman was Bonnie Raitt opening for when she was "discovered" by a Newsweek reporter?
Correct Answer
D. Mississippi Fred McDowell
Explanation
Bonnie Raitt was "discovered" by a Newsweek reporter while opening for Mississippi Fred McDowell. This suggests that Bonnie Raitt gained recognition and attention from the reporter while performing as the opening act for Mississippi Fred McDowell.
14.
Which magazine ran a cover story on Bonnie Raitt in 1975?
Correct Answer
D. Rolling Stone
Explanation
Rolling Stone is the correct answer because it is a well-known magazine that has been covering music and pop culture since the 1960s. In 1975, Rolling Stone featured Bonnie Raitt on its cover, highlighting her talent and success in the music industry.
15.
Which Warren Zevon album did Bonnie Raitt appear on in 1976?
Correct Answer
A. Warren Zevon
Explanation
Bonnie Raitt appeared on the Warren Zevon album in 1976.
16.
Which record label dropped Bonnie Raitt in 1983?
Correct Answer
A. Warner Bros.
Explanation
Bonnie Raitt was dropped by Warner Bros. in 1983.
17.
Which Bonnie Raitt album was compared to New Wave?
Correct Answer
C. Green Light
Explanation
Green Light is the correct answer because it was the Bonnie Raitt album that was compared to New Wave. This comparison suggests that the musical style or sound of Green Light had similarities or influences from the New Wave genre.
18.
Who produced Bonnie Raitt's "Nick Of Time"?
Correct Answer
D. Don Was
Explanation
Don Was produced Bonnie Raitt's "Nick Of Time."
19.
Whose untimely death caused Bonnie Raitt to go clean and sober?
Correct Answer
B. Stevie Ray Vaughan
Explanation
The correct answer is Stevie Ray Vaughan. Stevie Ray Vaughan was a close friend and musical collaborator of Bonnie Raitt. His untimely death had a significant impact on her life and led her to make the decision to go clean and sober. This event served as a wake-up call for Raitt and motivated her to prioritize her health and well-being.
20.
Who produced the Bonnie Raitt album "Luck of the Draw"?
Correct Answer
C. Don Was
Explanation
Don Was produced the Bonnie Raitt album "Luck of the Draw".
21.
Who produced Bonnie Raitt's "Road Tested"?
Correct Answer
A. Don Was
Explanation
Don Was produced Bonnie Raitt's "Road Tested."
22.
Who did Bonnie Raitt duet with for the 1995 single "Rock Steady"?
Correct Answer
C. Bryan Adams
Explanation
Bonnie Raitt duetted with Bryan Adams for the 1995 single "Rock Steady".
23.
In what year did Bonnie Raitt's final LP for the Warner Bros label appear?
Correct Answer
D. 1990
Explanation
Bonnie Raitt's final LP for the Warner Bros label appeared in 1990. This means that after this album, she no longer released any more albums under Warner Bros.
24.
Where did Bonnie Raitt attend college?
Correct Answer
C. Radcliffe
Explanation
Bonnie Raitt attended Radcliffe College.
25.
Which Steven Van Zandt video did Bonnie Raitt appear in?
Correct Answer
C. Sun City
Explanation
Bonnie Raitt appeared in the Steven Van Zandt video "Sun City."