[Late-Blooming Superstar] A Quiz About Cyndi Lauper

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Under the theme of “vocal skills that stand up on the world stage,” I have experience teaching as an online vocal coach specializing in Western music, and I usually listen to genres like nuevo flamenco, bolero, canzone, and R&B. In my teens, I questioned the idea that “foreign music equals English,” and started exploring songs from around the world. My commentary is characterized by a unique perspective shaped by listening to music of every genre, in every language, from every country. I mainly cover world music, so be sure to check it out!

Cyndi Lauper, a singer-songwriter who is extremely popular in Japan.

Although a late bloomer, she racked up hits after her debut and quickly became a global singer, continuing to move countless listeners to this day.

This time, we’re bringing you a quiz about her!

Cyndi Lauper is well known for her love of Japan, so there are also Japan-related anecdotes.

We’ve even turned those little stories into quiz questions, so if you’re a fan, be sure to check it out!

[Late-Blooming Superstar] A Quiz About Cyndi Lauper (1–10)

At which edition of the Kōhaku Uta Gassen did Cyndi Lauper appear?

The 39th
The 41st
The 45th

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The 41st

Cyndi Lauper appeared as a guest on the 41st NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen. This edition aired in 1990, and Cyndi Lauper’s performance became a hot topic.

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What is the famous song by USA for Africa that Cyndi Lauper also participated in?

We Are The World
Do They Know It\’s Christmas?
That\’s What Friends Are For

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We Are The World

“We Are the World” is a charity song released in 1985 by USA for Africa. Cyndi Lauper also took part, and it was created to support efforts addressing hunger and poverty around the world.

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What is Cyndi Lauper's biggest hit song?

Girls Just Want to Have Fun
Time After Time
True Colors

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Time After Time

“Time After Time” is a signature song by Cyndi Lauper, included on her debut album, “She’s So Unusual.” This ballad reached number one on the U.S. Billboard chart and became the biggest hit of her career.

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A Late-Blooming Superstar: Quiz About Cyndi Lauper (Questions 11–20)

What comes to mind when you think of a Christmas-themed album?

Snow
Mistletoe
Merry Christmas.
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Have a Nice Life!

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Merry Christmas.

Have a Nice Life!

Cyndi Lauper released a Christmas-themed album titled “Merry Christmas.”

She released “Have a Nice Life!” in 1998. This album features Christmas songs performed in her distinctive style.

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Where is Cyndi Lauper from?

Brooklyn, New York
Los Angeles, California
Chicago, Illinois

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Brooklyn, New York

Cyndi Lauper was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1953.

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What is the title of Cyndi Lauper’s second album, which was also a big hit in Japan?

She\’s So Unusual
True Colors
A Night to Remember

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True Colors

Cyndi Lauper’s second album, True Colors, was released in 1986, and its title track of the same name became a major hit. This album became a very important work in her music career.

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