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Blame It on the Rain Trivia Quiz

Milli Vanilli may have thought to "Blame It on the Rain" in 1989, but these other songwriters and bands had their own rainy weather to contend with in their songs. Can you match each of them with their rain-themed song titles?

A matching quiz by reedy. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. "Fire and Rain"

Answer: James Taylor

James Taylor both wrote and performed "Fire and Rain", a centerpiece of his second studio album "Sweet Baby James" (1970). Released as a single, it reached Number three on the Billboard Hot 100, with its deeply autobiographical lyrics reflecting personal loss and recovery.

2. "Have You Ever Seen the Rain?"

Answer: Creedence Clearwater Revival

Written by John Fogerty and performed by CCR, "Have You Ever Seen the Rain?" appeared on their sixth studio album "Pendulum" (1970). Issued as a single, it climbed to Number eight on the Billboard Hot 100, with its reflective lyrics often interpreted as commentary on the band's internal struggles.

3. "Here Comes the Rain Again"

Answer: Eurythmics

Annie Lennox and David Stewart of Eurythmics co-wrote "Here Comes the Rain Again", which featured on their third studio album "Touch" (1983). Released as a single, the song reached Number four on the Billboard Hot 100, blending orchestral elements with synth-pop textures.

4. "Kiss the Rain"

Answer: Billie Myers

"Kiss the Rain", written by Billie Myers along with Peter Harris, appeared on her debut album "Growing, Pains" (1997). After gaining airplay, the single peaked at Number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100, resonating through its emotive exploration of heartbreak.

5. "No Rain"

Answer: Blind Melon

Blind Melon's "No Rain" was written by the band members, particularly bassist Brad Smith, and included on their debut album "Blind Melon" (1992). Released as a single in 1993, it reached Number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topped the Modern Rock Tracks chart, aided by its memorable video.

6. "Purple Rain"

Answer: Prince

Released as a single, "Purple Rain" (1984), the title track from the album of the same name (his sixth studio album), peaked at Number two on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of his most iconic and genre-blending compositions.

7. "Rain"

Answer: Madonna

Madonna co-wrote "Rain" with Shep Pettibone, and it appeared on her fifth studio album "Erotica" (1992). Released as a single in 1993, it reached Number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 and performed strongly on dance charts, offering a softer, more melodic contrast to the album's edgier material.

8. "Rain on Me"

Answer: Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande

"Rain on Me", written by a team including Lady Gaga (Stefani Germanotta), Ariana Grande, and several collaborators, was released as a single from Lady Gaga's fifth solo album "Chromatica" (2020). It debuted at Number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and also topped dance charts, emphasizing themes of resilience.

9. "November Rain"

Answer: Guns N' Roses

Guns N' Roses crafted "November Rain", written primarily by Axl Rose and featured on GNR's third studio album "Use Your Illusion I" (1991). Released as a single in 1992, it reached Number three on the Billboard Hot 100, and was noted for its sweeping arrangement and ambitious structure.

10. "Set Fire to the Rain"

Answer: Adele

Adele co-wrote "Set Fire to the Rain" with Fraser T. Smith for her second studio album "21" (2011). Released as a single in the U.S., it climbed to Number One on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing her powerful vocal delivery and dramatic storytelling.

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Questions		Choices
1. "Fire and Rain"		Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande
2. "Have You Ever Seen the Rain?"		Adele
3. "Here Comes the Rain Again"		Prince
4. "Kiss the Rain"		Eurythmics
5. "No Rain"		Blind Melon
6. "Purple Rain"		Billie Myers
7. "Rain"		James Taylor
8. "Rain on Me"		Creedence Clearwater Revival
9. "November Rain"		Guns N' Roses
10. "Set Fire to the Rain"		Madonna