How Much Do You Know? A Trivia Quiz to Deepen Your Understanding of Maroon 5
Armed with a musicality that brilliantly fuses a variety of genres—R&B, soul, pop, and more—Maroon 5 has achieved record-breaking success in the music scene since the 2000s.
With the frontman Adam Levine—once named the “Sexiest Man Alive”—showcasing his falsetto and a string of hit songs with unforgettable melodies, even those who aren’t particularly into Western music have probably heard their tunes at least once.
So, how much do you know about Maroon 5?
Whether you’re a longtime fan or someone who just recently discovered them, try your hand at this Maroon 5 trivia quiz!
How much do you know? A trivia quiz to deepen your understanding of Maroon 5 (1–10)
What is the origin of the word “Jagger” in the smash hit song “Moves Like Jagger,” featuring Christina Aguilera?
- jaguar (the animal)
- Car brands
- Mick Jagger
In this song, “Jagger” refers to Mick Jagger, the lead singer of The Rolling Stones. The title “Moves Like Jagger” literally refers to Mick’s distinctive dance style. The music video, which features Mick from various eras, is also a highlight!
Which of the following was the first Grammy Award that Maroon 5 won?
- Best New Artist Award
- Best Pop Performance (Group)
- Best Rock Album
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Best New Artist Award
Maroon 5 won the Best New Artist award at the 2005 Grammy Awards. This was the first Grammy they ever received. The victory marked a major turning point in their music career.
Which artist did Adam perform with at the 2015 charity concert “LIVE 8”?
- Stevie Wonder
- Elton John
- Beyoncé
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Stevie Wonder
At the 2015 charity concert LIVE 8, he performed together with the legendary artist Stevie Wonder. Many artists gathered at this event to raise awareness about global poverty, and the collaboration between Adam and Stevie was one of the most moving highlights.
Which film marked Adam Levine's debut as an actor?
- The Beginning Song
- Chicago
- La La Land
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The Beginning Song
Adam made his film-acting debut in the movie “Begin Again.” He plays a young man who dreams of becoming a musician, and he has also contributed songs under his solo name.
James Valentine’s friend from his time at Berklee College of Music is a well-known musician. Which of the following is it?
- John Mayer
- Adam Levine
- Jack Johnson
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John Mayer
John Mayer, who is often hailed as one of the world’s three greatest guitarists, is said to have met James during their time at Berklee College of Music and become friends. Mayer, who debuted earlier than Maroon 5, invited the band to be the opening act on his tour, which helped them gain wider recognition—such a great story, isn’t it?
What is the origin of the name of the debut album 'Songs About Jane'?
- Adam Levine's friend
- Adam Levine's ex-girlfriend
- Adam Levine's family
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Adam Levine's ex-girlfriend
The “Jane” in the album Songs About Jane is the name of Adam’s former girlfriend. You can’t help but wonder how Jane feels about being the inspiration for an album that sold over 10 million copies!
Which of the following is the most plausible theory for the origin of the band’s name?
- Combined the members’ favorite colors.
- The names of the members’ alma maters and their school colors.
- From the title of my favorite song
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The names of the members’ alma maters and their school colors.
A commonly cited origin of Maroon 5’s band name is that they took “Five” from the name of the high school some members attended and “Maroon” from the school color. However, this hasn’t been officially confirmed by the band, and it’s said that only the members and a few others know the truth.