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Legendary Voices of Music

The voice behind "Con te partirò", the frontman of Queen, the singer of the Titanic theme, the "Queen of Soul" and her "Respect", the reggae legend of "No Woman, No Cry", the former Destiny's Child nicknamed "Queen B", the singer of "Rehab" who died at 27: 10 questions to match the voices to the hits.

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Question 1 : Which American singer is nicknamed "The Queen of Soul"?

Possible answers:

  • Aretha Franklin
  • Tina Turner
  • Diana Ross
  • Ella Fitzgerald

Explanation: Aretha Franklin, who passed away in 2018, is considered the queen of soul thanks to legendary hits like "Respect", "Natural Woman" and "Think".

Question 2 : Which British singer, who died at 27, is famous for the song "Rehab"?

Possible answers:

  • Amy Winehouse
  • Adele
  • Janis Joplin
  • Dusty Springfield

Explanation: Amy Winehouse, who passed away in 2011, left her mark on music with her unique soul voice. Her album "Back to Black" (2006) is one of the best-selling of the 21st century.

Question 3 : Which singer performed "My Heart Will Go On", the theme from Titanic?

Possible answers:

  • Barbra Streisand
  • Whitney Houston
  • Céline Dion
  • Mariah Carey

Explanation: Céline Dion sang this ballad that became iconic for the film Titanic (1997). The song won the Oscar and Golden Globe for Best Original Song.

Question 4 : Which French singer popularized "La Bohème" and "Emmenez-moi"?

Possible answers:

  • Jacques Brel
  • Georges Brassens
  • Serge Gainsbourg
  • Charles Aznavour

Explanation: Charles Aznavour is one of the most famous francophone singers in the world. His career spanned over 70 years, during which he wrote or co-wrote nearly 1,000 songs.

Question 5 : Which Texan singer, former member of Destiny's Child, is nicknamed 'Queen B'?

Possible answers:

  • Taylor Swift
  • Rihanna
  • Lady Gaga
  • Beyoncé

Explanation: Beyoncé Knowles, former leader of Destiny's Child, has become one of the most influential artists of the 21st century. She is nicknamed "Queen B" or "Queen Bey".

Question 6 : Which British singer was the leader of the band Queen?

Possible answers:

  • Freddie Mercury
  • David Bowie
  • Elton John
  • Mick Jagger

Explanation: Freddie Mercury, born Farrokh Bulsara, was the iconic singer of Queen. His exceptional vocal range covered four octaves.

Question 7 : Which American singer is famous for "I Will Always Love You"?

Possible answers:

  • Whitney Houston
  • Diana Ross
  • Aretha Franklin
  • Tina Turner

Explanation: Whitney Houston made this song (written by Dolly Parton) world-famous for the film The Bodyguard (1992). She remains one of the greatest voices of all time.

Question 8 : Which Italian singer is known for "Con te partirò" (Time to Say Goodbye)?

Possible answers:

  • Toto Cutugno
  • Andrea Bocelli
  • Luciano Pavarotti
  • Eros Ramazzotti

Explanation: Andrea Bocelli is an Italian tenor who has been blind since age 12. "Con te partirò" became one of the most famous Italian songs in the world.

Question 9 : Which British singer performed "Someone Like You" and "Hello"?

Possible answers:

  • Dua Lipa
  • Jessie J
  • Adele
  • Amy Winehouse

Explanation: Adele is known for her powerful ballads and soulful voice. Her albums "21" and "25" broke numerous sales records.

Question 10 : Which Jamaican singer is the reggae legend with "No Woman, No Cry"?

Possible answers:

  • Shaggy
  • Bob Marley
  • Jimmy Cliff
  • Peter Tosh

Explanation: Bob Marley popularized reggae worldwide. His committed and spiritual songs made him a global music icon.

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