Only A True 90s Girl Can Get 100% On This Boyband Quiz

Ah, the ‘90s. Flannel was in, payphones were still a common sight in U.S. towns and cities, and the music was on point. Babies from the ‘90s had it good. MTV was at its peak, and the internet was just becoming a sensation. Of all these blasts from the seemingly more lighthearted past, nothing says ‘90s like boy bands, and no one knows boybands like a ‘90s girl. Whether you grew up blasting the Backstreet Boys—or recently went through a Boyz II Men phase—‘90s boybands had a timeless—albeit a tad campy—appeal.

Putting on an old compact disc can transport even the most jaded millennial back to their good old ‘90s girl roots. Many former boy band members have gone their own way. They have become actors or artists, started clothing lines or even their own bands, but that doesn’t mean one can’t reminisce of the good old days when everyone was together. The days of the Backstreet Boys posters and N'SYNC videos might be over, but any true ‘90s girl will remember plenty of facts about those wonderful memories. Only a legitimate ‘90s girl however, can expect to do well on this quiz—so turn up that stereo and get started.

Question 1

What is the name of this band?

It’s been a while since the ‘90s, and even the bands that have stayed together have gone different ways since they started. While these groups will always be ‘90s boy bands in our hearts, they are full grown 2018 man bands at this point. One of these bands even has a residency at a casino in Las Vegas! What happens in Vegas might usually stay in Vegas, but this secret was bound to get out at some point. Which of the following bands began a Vegas residency in 2017?

Question 2

Which of the following was NOT a member of N'SYNC ?

Many would argue that the best thing to come out of the ‘90s boy band fad is timeless heart-throb Justin Timberlake. Timberlake has had an undeniably successful musical career since leaving the band, he has also dabbled in acting. Fewer people now remember the other members of the band—who stood beside Justin during all those concerts—and performed with him in every music video. Of course, any boy band is only as good as all of its members. Which of the following was NOT a member of N'SYNC ?

Question 3

What was the name of this dreamy boy who used his acoustic guitar to play the hearts of ‘90s girls nationwide?

All good ‘90s girls had a crush on a particular member of a boy band—or five! But only one loved us for our beautiful soul. It might be disappointing to realize that this heart throb’s eyes weren’t actually the shade of blue they were photoshopped to be in his early pictures, but the performer’s real green eyes will more than make up for the childhood lie. What was the name of this dreamy boy who used his acoustic guitar to play the hearts of ‘90s girls nationwide?

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a boy band?

Any good ‘90s girl should be able to tell what divides a true boy band from just a group of men in a band. What defines a boy band? Here are the basics—Everybody sings, or provides back up vocals, no one plays instruments, their shows are heavily choreographed and all of the bandmates are usually gorgeous by the standards of the time. These dreamy dancing boys are eye candy for sure, and their music goes down easy. Which of the following is NOT a boy band?

Question 5

What is the name of this band?

Created in Poway, California, this band has been through more transformations than most bands, but they also have outlasted a lot of them, especially bands in the 90s. The band has a member considered to be one of the best drummers in the world, Travis Barker. He survived a plane crash and still carried on. Known mainly for their song 'All The Small Things', this band split up and created 2 other bands, one of them Angels & Airwaves. Who are they?

Question 6

What is the name of this band?

While many of the members of ‘90s boy bands looked alike, there is only one that can claim to have a set of triplets as three of its members. Sure, the other bands may have had siblings—or may have said that they felt like family—but none were on the level of this band when it came to keeping it in the family. The brothers made up the majority of the band, as they were three of only four members in the group. What is the name of this band?

Question 7

What is the name of this band?

When they broke up in 1994, few beyond the diehard fans of the group had any hope that they would get back together. Dreams must come true sometimes though, because this legendary ‘90s boy band secretly reunited in 2007. More than ten years later, the group is still releasing records and going on tour with great success! Talk about a come back!. But which group was it that pulled off such a miraculous and sneaky reunion to such great effect?

Question 8

Which member of the boy band 98 Degrees married gorgeous star Jessica Simpson?

While it is somewhat difficult to think of one’s ‘90s crush growing up and moving on to the next phase of life—marriage—many former boy band members have made leap into the married life. Some of them married high school sweethearts or girlfriends from the beginning of their careers or even from before they were famous. Others went on to marry movie stars or other celebrities. Which member of the boy band 98 Degrees married gorgeous star Jessica Simpson?

Question 9

What is the name of this band?

Interestingly, the band that has often been credited with coining the phrase boy band, has not always felt that it was a good term to describe them. This band was most popular during the early ‘90s and—while most people will still recognize their name and their music—they have faded from the popular music scene much more thoroughly than other boy bands of the time. Which of the following bands is the boy band, that doesn't call itself a boy band?

Question 10

True or False: Aaron Carter was the lead vocalist of The Backstreet Boys

Another infamous ‘90s boy is Aaron Carter, who was born in Tampa, Florida in 1987. With his blonde hair and his incredible good looks, Aaron’s career was a home run from the beginning. He got his start in music in 1997 and is still working on music to this day. During his youth, Aaron played with the infamous boy band Backstreet Boys for a whole decade before pursuing a solo career. During his time with the Backstreet Boys, Aaron sang lead vocals.

Question 11

In what year did the Backstreet Boys release their heartthrob hit?

“You are, my fire. My one, desire”—Perhaps one of the best known songs of the Backstreet Boys, I Want It That Way is a song that most ‘90s babies can still recite from memory—even all these decades later. With its cheesy lyrics and danceable style, there is no wonder I Want It That Way has managed to retain such a hold on the brain space of ‘90s girls. In what year did the Backstreet Boys release their heartthrob hit?

Question 12

What is the name of this band?

Just like boy bands, Abercrombie and Fitch has changed since the ‘90s—but also just like boy bands, they are still around and still remembered. What band can we thank for the immortal lyrics, “I like girls that wear Abercrombie and Fitch / I’d take her if I had one wish / But she’s been gone / Since that summer, since that summer.” Was it a fashion forward group or a fringe band? The name this boy band performed under was?

Question 13

What band was Jesse McCartney in?

Before launching a successful solo career, legendary ‘90s heart-throb Jesse McCartney was in a boy band. This band was short lived, and was not very well known. The band was originally named “Boy Wonder” after the movie name for Batman’s sidekick—Robin. By the time Jesse joined the band however, the name of the early boy band had changed. What was the name of this band that Jesse McCartney was so briefly a part of in the late ‘90s?

Question 14

What is the name of this band?

While it was not uncommon for ‘90s boy bands to have the word boy in their name, there was one group that made it legendary. This group was a pinnacle of the ‘90s boy band scene, and anyone who thinks of themselves as a ‘90s kid—or considered themselves to be a fan of ‘90s music—should definitely know what they are called. Which of the following is the real deal of the ‘90s boy groups with the word “boy” in their name?

Question 15

True or False: the letters forming the acronym N'SYNC are taken from the last letter of the first name of each of the band mates

The band name N'SYNC is one of the most iconic boy band names of all time—and is utterly synonymous with the ‘90s boy band genre—but many don’t even know what it stands for! There are many speculations about where the name came from, and most believe that it is just a clever way of spelling out “in sync”, to say how in sync the young band was with each other. In fact, the letters forming the acronym N'SYNC are taken from the last letter of the first name of each of the band mates. Is this true or false?

Question 16

Where does the music video for Larger Than Life take place?

1999 was a big year for the Backstreet Boys. They released a large number of songs, which would go on to define their musical career. One of these was the funky number Larger Than Life. Larger Than Life captures the up and coming feeling of the late ‘90s, and revolves around the idea that love makes one larger than life. It is a true homage to the band’s fans and it is hard to listen to without feeling special and pumped up. Where does the music video take place?

Question 17

What show did former LMNT member Matthew Morrison star on?

Sadly, all of the ‘90s boys had to grow up at some point. While a handful of bands are still together, many former boy band members went on to pursue careers without their band mates. Some of these stars continued in music, some of them continued on musical paths, while others did not. Some of these stars faded, but others found success in different artistic fields. One of these former boy banners is Matthew Morrison of LMNT. What TV show did he star on?

Question 18

What is the name of this band?

Everyone knows the Spice Girls. The legendary all female group known for their inspiring pop anthems that can bring any dance floor to life in seconds. But what many people now forget is that there was a boy band answer to the group in the ‘90s. This group consisted of a group of British guys and never quite made it big stateside. They had a large following on their side of the pond, however. What was the name of this Spice Girl inspired group?

Question 19

What do the initials LFO stand for?

There are some songs that just take us back to a time when life was sweet and innocent. Although it rarely makes the airwaves these days, any 90s girl still remembers this tune and many of us still have it on our playlists for those rainy days when we’re just feeling nostalgic and in need of a little Len-style sunshine in our lives. But Len had nothing to do with this band. What do the initials LFO stand for?

Question 20

What is the name of this band?

Boy bands were way more than just an American phenomenon. Boy bands sprung up in Britain, Ireland and Central America. One such band came from Canada. These boy bands worked to make their way onto the international scene—or at least to break into the American audience. One such band made the leap to fame when they opened for Christina Aguilera, but their popularity was fleeting. No sooner did this band release their debut album than they dissolved. Only true boy band aficionado will remember the name of this band.

Question 21

What is the name of the band that created this song?

“Take on meeeeeee, Take me onnnnnn,”—So goes the repeated refrain of the infamous ‘90s jam- Take On Me–the song that has inspired generations of dance parties. But—who wrote it? Which band can be given credit for coming up with the dance party brilliance of the tune, for recording it and bringing it into the world? This band is not well known any more; their song has definitely outlived them. This is not to say they that were one hit wonders. Pick the name of the creators of this tune.

Question 22

What is the name of this band?

Though they may have been widely known at the time, few now remember more than a song or two by most of the ‘90s boy bands. More often than not, aging ‘90s babies remember a few facts, one band member, or one song by a boy band that was their favorite band of all time for one summer, six months, or even most of the decade. Which ‘90s boy band was responsible for writing the soulful ballad Can You Stand The Rain?

Question 23

What is the missing word in Butterfly?

Come my lady Come come my lady You’re my butterfly, ______ baby Come my lady Come come my lady You’re my butterfly, ______ baby Is a ‘90s girl really a ‘90s girl if she didn't dance in her room to this song by Crazy Town on the radio in her room? The catchy tune and frisky lyrics had ‘90s girls swooning for most of the decade, and the song is still known to pop up on the radio (or stuck in heads!) from time to time. Which of the following words completes the chorus of Butterfly?

Question 24

What is the name of this band member?

The band 112 had a considerable career before becoming chart toppers with their hit single Peaches and Cream. The song itself is upbeat and danceable—truly timeless anthem. The music video showcases the band, and is a treat just like the song itself. The video starts with the band dancing together in a large well-lit space that changes colors. One by one, the band members appear in a close up with their names. Which of the band members appears onscreen first?

Question 25

In the video for It's Gonna Be Me what happens to bring on this change in the band members?

In the music video for It’s Gonna Be Me the members of N'SYNC star as action figures of themselves. There are also action figure toy soldiers and they end up at a barbie pool party. They play with dominoes and get up to drastic shenanigans to try to get the attention of a human women shopping in the store. At the end, they turn back into their life-sized selves. What happens to bring on this change in the band members?

Question 26

What are these called?

In the days before iPods—let alone iphones—‘90s girls had to rely on other ways of listening to their favorite boy bands. Maybe our's was pink, maybe it was purple, or maybe we stole it from our older brother, but it was practically impossible to get through the ‘90s as a music lover without acquiring one of these revolutionary little machines. Sure, the wires got tangled, they didn’t fit in our pockets, and the battery life was pathetic, but who didn't love them? These were called:

Question 27

What is the name of this band?

Though they got their start in the ‘80s, this group is a quintessential ‘90s band. Best known for their songs I’ll Be Loving You (Forever), Hangin’ Tough and Step by Step, this band had all the key elements of a good ‘90s boy band—dreamy bandmates, great hair and awesome dance moves. They were tapped into the ‘90s style—some of them even had silver hoops in their ears! What is the name of the boy band behind these classic songs?

Question 28

Who was Westlife's original manager?

Westlife was a band from Dublin, Ireland, of little consequence to the international scene for the beginning of their career, but when they got big—they became huge. Westlife celebrated a healthy amount of time in the spotlight—between 1998 and 2012—when they finally disbanded. Any good band needs a good manager, and this band got a manager whose name is now possibly more well known even than their own. What was the name of the band’s original manager?

Question 29

What is the name of the Westlife member who split from the group?

Of Westlife’s original five members, only four were still in the band when it broke up in 2012. One member left in 2004 and—though they easily could have—his bandmates never replaced him. This was questioned by some fans, but readily accepted by most who figured the loss of a band mate was the lesser of two evils compared to the introduction of a stranger into the group. What is the name of the Westlife member who split from the group?

Question 30

In what year did the New Kids On The Block receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?

One of the ultimate achievements of the celebrity world is to get one's name on a star on the infamous Hollywood Walk of Fame. Once that name is on that star, it is literally set in stone, and generations will know the name and remember the artist for their art. New Kids On The Block was awarded such a star for their contributions to music. In what year did the New Kids On The Block receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?

Question 31

Which Boyzone member left the world grieving when he passed away tragically in 2009?

This is a maddeningly common thing in the music industry. It is a sad but accepted part of a lifestyle—which prides itself on so much living it up—and takes little concern for one's health, or the health of those around them. Though Boy Zone is still touring, they are doing so without one of their original members, as he passed away well before his time in 2009. Which Boyzone member left the world grieving when he passed away tragically in 2009?

Question 32

What is the name of the song in the video that the Take That band made their aquatic outing?

Take That is a boy band that has endured well over the years. Since their start in the early ‘90s they have not slowed down. Though their style has matured over the years, the essence is the same. In their most recent music video, band members face off against a horde of nightmare creatures, but they do it together. In a video from 2010, the band goes on a boat ride together. What is the name of the song in the video for which they take their aquatic outing?

Question 33

In what year did Justin Timberlake leave N'SYNC ?

Justin Timberlake infamously left N'SYNC at the height of their popularity, saying Bye Bye Bye to what many claimed to be the most popular music group in the world at that time. This seemed like a drastic step, and many were afraid that he would fail in his solo career. He claimed to want to explore his options as a solo musician, and to put his time into creating work that was more meaningful to him. Thankfully, Justin’s career has been a success. In what year did Justin leave N'SYNC ?

Question 34

Which one of these were one of the Backstreet boys music videos released in 1995?

The ‘90s was a busy decade for music videos, and since so much of a boy band’s appeal was their good looks and choreographed style, these groups made sure to put out lots of music videos. Most bands put out several videos a year—or at least as many as they could! A music video was the theatrics of a live concert—with the special effects of video—from the comfort of one's own home. Backstreet boys released two music videos in 1995. Which one of these was one?

Question 35

What does the “E” in E-17 stand for?

British boy band E-17 burst on the scene in 1991, and enjoyed a long moment in the spotlight. Though most know them by this abbreviated name, true fans (and true 90s girls!) know that the “E” is more than just a letter. There is an extended name for E-17, and it will separate true boy band fans from mere appreciators. Though there are many things the “E” could stand for, there is only one true answer! What does the “E” in E-17 stand for?

Question 36

Which of the following was NOT an original E-17 member?

Like many ‘90s boy bands, E-17 lost a few of its members over the years. Unlike other bands, they decided to let new members in and so towards the end of their time together, the group also gained some new members. They were not one of the bands known for a high turnover rate—such as bands that would kick out members when they looked too old—but they did experience a change in lineup. Which of the following was NOT an original E-17 member?

Question 37

What was the inspiration behind the band name 2Be3?

Only true boyband aficionados will remember the French group 2Be3, one of the secret gems of the ‘90s boy band scene. They came onto the scene in 1996 and stayed together until 2001. This short career was nevertheless filled with hits. The group was founded by three childhood friends who grew up together in a suburb outside of Paris. Together they produced three studio albums before splitting apart just five years after the start of their career. What was the inspiration behind their band name?

Question 38

Which of the following boy band names was NOT an actual ‘90s boy band?

The ‘90s boy bands were characterized by more than just a group of young men dancing together on stage. Many of the band names shared common style—they used numbers in place of letters, or shortened words by removing letters all together. This style has come back a few times since the ‘90s, but never was it so widespread—nor so unanimously loved—as during that era. Which of the following boy band names was NOT an actual ‘90s boy band?

Question 39

What was the name of the band that scored Jay-Z as a featured artist on one of their tracks?

To the untrained ear, rapper and famous husband of Beyoncé, Jay-Z has nothing to do with boy bands. And yet, at one time Jay-Z appeared on a boy band track. The title of the track was Be Alone No More. While both the band and the song—with its seemingly random feature—have faded from most memories true ‘90s girls will remember—what was the name of the band that scored Jay-Z as a featured artist on one of their tracks?

Question 40

What does the acronym CITA stand for?

Formed in 1992 in the Netherlands, CITA was a half English and half Dutch boy band that had a relatively short career the first time around—lasting only until 1998. Their most well known songs include Love is Everywhere, Baby come Back and Babe. The band reunited in 2015 and has been releasing new music and performing together ever since. But a careless fan may have forgotten to ask the crucial question—what does the acronym CITA stand for?

Question 41

Where does the song Juliet take place?

Those who know ‘90s boy bands will remember the group LMNT, which was known for its catchy tunes and dreamy band members—like all the best ‘90s boybands! One of the most well known songs the band put out was called Juliet. The song had catchy lines playing on the story of Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare. But unlike the classic play, this song takes place in a modern business. Where does the majority of the video take place?

Question 42

What was the name of the singing competition in which Code Red first performed?

The group Code Red was formed in 1996 by Phillip Andrew Rodell, Neil James Watts, Lee John Missen and Roger Ratajczak. The four friends arranged themselves as a vocal line up, thus qualifying as a boy band. The same year, they performed in a signing competition, and finished as runner ups. The group stayed together until 2001 and released three albums, and five singles—two within their first year as a band. What was the name of the singing competition in which Code Red first performed?

Question 43

What is the name of this band?

It is a common theme in boy band history to start a band, play for a few years, break up go on hiatus and then get back together again. One such band was formed in 1985 and made it all the way until 1998 before their first break up. When the band got back together in 2010 it was with a different lineup, and the lineup has changed ever since. This American band was formed in Oklahoma, and released the studio album Time and Chance. What is the name of this band?

Question 44

Which of the following was an album released by EYC?

The band name EYC stands for “Express Yourself Clearly” which is something that boy band songs were known to do. This American ‘90s boy band was formed by Damon Butler, Dave Loeffler and Trey Parker. Over the course of their career—from 1993 to 1999—EYC released five albums. They also released nine singles—most in 1994 and 1995. EYC only released one video, which was only available to viewers in Japan. Which of the following was an album released by the by EYC?

Question 45

What scandal did the duo Milli Vanilli play on audiences?

Milli Vanilli were known for their tracks, Blame It On The Rain and Girl You Know It’s True. Considering that they were originally an R&B duo from Munich, not all people believe that Mili Vanilli could truly claim boy band status, but enough people think that they qualify to make the argument a waste of time. Aside from their musical talent and discography, the German duo came to be known for as well. What scandal was this?

Question 46

When did the Backstreet Boys go on their first tour?

A large part of being a band is going on tour. Band members and fans alike live for the live performances, that bring heroes and fans into such close quarters, and allow for the spread of the music fever. While many bands go on tour and then become famous, it is increasingly common for bands to accrue a following before they go on tour for the first time. The Backstreet Boys—or BSB—formed in Florida in 1993. When did they go on their first tour?

Question 47

How old was Justin Timberlake when he joined N'SYNC ?

The key word in boy bands is boys and though most of these ‘90s dream boys are now solidly grown into men, it is important to remember that their careers really did start when they were just boys. After all, what would any good ‘90s girl be without her ‘90s boy in a boy band crush? One of these boys was Justin Timberlake, who joined N'SYNC at an age well before that of the average high school senior. How old was Justin Timberlake when he joined N'SYNC ?

Question 48

True of False?

An all male band who formed in Montreal in 1999, Simple Plan is synonymous with ‘90s music to many listeners. The band has released five studio albums, and perhaps no song comes as close to capturing the angst of the early 2000s as their song Welcome to My Life. Simple Plan is still well known and still active, which is more than many ‘90s boy bands can claim in 2018. Simple Plan is one of the greatest ‘90s boy bands—if not one of the greatest boy bands of all time!

Question 49

This band came back for a special appearance on which show?

Though here in America our first thought on hearing the number 911 is that someone is trying to call for emergency services, in the ‘90s the number had a double meaning. These three numbers were the name of a British boy band, which formed in 1995 and released their debut single early in 1996. The band released three studio albums and 13 singles over the course of their career before splitting in 2000. In 2005 the band reunited for a special appearance on a television show. Which show?

Question 50

Which song did they win an award for?

112 is an R&B quartet that hails from Atlanta, Georgia. They were a very successful boy band of the late ‘90s and early 2000s. Their name is pronounced one twelve, not one-one-two, despite how one might read it. In 1997—after only four years in the business—the band won a prestigious Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group. Which song got them this prestigious music award, and cemented their place in musical history?

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