Do you count yourself as a fan of the King of Pop? Do you know your Thriller from your Smooth Criminal? Test your knowledge of Michael Jackson with this fun, 20-question trivia quiz!
From his early days as a child star with the Jackson 5 to his later years as a solo artist, Michael Jackson was one of the most influential and successful artists of all time. This quiz will take you through some of his greatest hits, his iconic fashion, and some of the controversies that followed him throughout his life.
So, put on your best fedora and get ready to show off your knowledge of the King of Pop! This medium-difficulty quiz will challenge you to answer questions about Michael Jackson’s songs, albums, awards, and more. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s get started!
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- What was Michael Jackson’s first solo album?
- Off the Wall
- Thriller
- Dangerous
- Bad
The correct answer is Off the Wall.
Off the Wall, released in 1979, was Michael Jackson’s first solo album as an adult artist. - In which year was Michael Jackson’s album “Thriller” released?
- 1980
- 1982
- 1984
- 1986
The correct answer is 1982.
Thriller, Michael Jackson’s sixth studio album, was released on November 30, 1982. - Which Michael Jackson album features the song “Billie Jean”?
- Thriller
- Bad
- Off the Wall
- Dangerous
The correct answer is Thriller.
Billie Jean is one of the hit singles from Michael Jackson’s album Thriller, released in 1982. - What is the name of Michael Jackson’s ranch in California?
- Neverland Ranch
- Dreamland Ranch
- Fantasy Ranch
- Wonderland Ranch
The correct answer is Neverland Ranch.
Neverland Ranch, named after the fictional island in Peter Pan, was Michael Jackson’s home and private amusement park.
- Which music video features Michael Jackson transforming into a werewolf?
- Black or White
- Thriller
- Bad
- Beat It
The correct answer is Thriller.
The music video for Thriller, directed by John Landis, features Michael Jackson transforming into a werewolf during a horror movie-inspired sequence. - What was the name of Michael Jackson’s pet chimpanzee?
- Max
- Bubbles
- Oliver
- Chico
The correct answer is Bubbles.
Bubbles was Michael Jackson’s pet chimpanzee, who lived with him at Neverland Ranch and often accompanied him on tours. - Which song from Michael Jackson’s album “Bad” features a duet with Stevie Wonder?
- Man in the Mirror
- Dirty Diana
- Just Good Friends
- The Way You Make Me Feel
The correct answer is Just Good Friends.
Just Good Friends, from the 1987 album Bad, is a duet between Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder. - Which Michael Jackson album contains the song “Remember the Time”?
- Thriller
- Bad
- Dangerous
- Off the Wall
The correct answer is Dangerous.
Remember the Time is a single from Michael Jackson’s 1991 album, Dangerous. - What was the name of the 1997 remix album of Michael Jackson’s music?
- Scream
- Blood on the Dance Floor: HIStory in the Mix
- Ghosts
- Invincible
The correct answer is Blood on the Dance Floor: HIStory in the Mix.
Blood on the Dance Floor: HIStory in the Mix, released in 1997, is a remix album featuring new versions of Michael Jackson’s songs. - Which Michael Jackson music video features a morphing sequence of various faces?
- Jam
- Black or White
- Remember the Time
- Scream
The correct answer is Black or White.
The music video for Black or White, from the album Dangerous, features a groundbreaking morphing sequence of various faces.
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- What is the title of Michael Jackson’s autobiography, published in 1988?
- Moonwalk
- King of Pop
- Dancing the Dream
- My World
The correct answer is Moonwalk.
Moonwalk, published in 1988, is Michael Jackson’s autobiography, detailing his life and career up to that point. - Which Michael Jackson song features a guitar solo by Eddie Van Halen?
- Thriller
- Beat It
- Smooth Criminal
- Billie Jean
The correct answer is Beat It.
Eddie Van Halen performed the guitar solo in Michael Jackson’s hit song Beat It, from the album Thriller. - What was the name of Michael Jackson’s 1987 world tour?
- Dangerous World Tour
- Victory Tour
- HIStory World Tour
- Bad World Tour
The correct answer is Bad World Tour.
The Bad World Tour, spanning 1987-1989, was Michael Jackson’s first solo world tour, in support of his album Bad. - Which Michael Jackson album was released in 2001?
- Invincible
- Blood on the Dance Floor
- HIStory
- Dangerous
The correct answer is Invincible.
Invincible, released in 2001, was Michael Jackson’s tenth and final studio album released during his lifetime.
- In which year did Michael Jackson pass away?
- 2010
- 2007
- 2008
- 2009
The correct answer is 2009.
Michael Jackson passed away on June 25, 2009, at the age of 50. - Which Michael Jackson song features a rap by L.T.B.?
- Remember the Time
- Black or White
- Scream
- Jam
The correct answer is Jam.
Jam, from the album Dangerous, features a rap by L.T.B. (also known as Heavy D). - What was the name of Michael Jackson’s 1993 interview with Oprah Winfrey?
- Michael Jackson: A Life in Music
- The King of Pop Speaks
- An Evening with Michael Jackson
- Michael Jackson Talks…To Oprah
The correct answer is Michael Jackson Talks…To Oprah.
Michael Jackson Talks…To Oprah was a live interview with Michael Jackson, aired on February 10, 1993. - Which Michael Jackson song was featured in the 1988 film “Moonwalker”?
- Smooth Criminal
- Dirty Diana
- Bad
- The Way You Make Me Feel
The correct answer is Smooth Criminal.
Smooth Criminal, from the album Bad, was featured in the 1988 film Moonwalker, starring Michael Jackson. - What was the name of Michael Jackson’s 1995 compilation album?
- The Essential Michael Jackson
- HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I
- Number Ones
- King of Pop
The correct answer is HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I.
HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I, released in 1995, is a compilation album featuring Michael Jackson’s greatest hits and new material.
- Which Michael Jackson music video features appearances by Macaulay Culkin and George Wendt?
- Black or White
- Remember the Time
- Scream
- Jam
The correct answer is Black or White.
The music video for Black or White, directed by John Landis, features appearances by Macaulay Culkin and George Wendt.
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