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Impromptu Lyrics Quiz
Apropos of nothing, here is a lyrics quiz. See if you can guess the theme. Now it looks like things are finally comin’ around For once I can touch what my heart used to dream of I gots to shine. … Continue reading
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80s Answers
This week, Cristina and Rave were able to identify nine of the songs and artists between them. Rave even offered some cultural commentary concerning the rockingest song of the 80s. However, neither of them were able to identify the fiddle-playingest, … Continue reading
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More 1980s
No clever intro this week. Just song lyrics. (Although, honestly, is there ever really a clever intro?) And so the conversation turned until the sun went down. My thoughts, I confess, verge on dirty In winter 1963, it felt like … Continue reading
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Eighties Memories
Just a note: it was complete coincidence that my 80s quiz came out on the same day that FOX aired “13 going on 30.” Answers after the jump.
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Remember the 80s? They’re Back. In Quiz Form.
Can you believe we’ve had ten lyrics quizzes, and not one has focused on that favorite of all decades: the 80s? We rectify that this week with a quiz dedicated to pop songs from that campy time. Pull out your … Continue reading
Lyrics Quiz Answers
Here are the answers to the Power Ballad lyrics quiz. TomMusial.com disclaims any responsibility for any drunken emails or late-night phone calls to high-school crushes inspired by these songs. It’s not that I want you not to say it, but … Continue reading
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Power Up
The bad news: there was no lyrics quiz last week. The good news: there will be two lyrics quizzes this week. Today’s quiz focuses on Power Ballads — those songs that let heavy metal rockers show their sensitive side. So … Continue reading
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Here R The Answers 4 U
Congratulations to Cristina for winning this week’s quiz. Answers after the link.
The Weekly Feature Formerly Known as The Lyrics Quiz
No need to guess the artist in this week’s extra-long lyrics quiz. All songs are by either Price, Prince and the Revolution, Prince and the New Power Generation, The Artist Formerly Known as Price, and Prince. Please use traditional Prince … Continue reading
Who Will Be The First…
…to start a band called Texas Polygamy Ranch? This is one of those times I wish I knew how to play guitar.
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I Heart Fish Sandwiches — and More!
My wife and I were discussing sandwiches, and during the conversation I realized that I have more than one favorite sandwich. The Fish Sandwich is my favorite sandwich in the category of Bar and Restaurant food. The corned-beef-and-coleslaw Rachel is … Continue reading
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Mismatch
It looks I severely misjudged the ability of the TomMusial.com audience to recognize old skool rap lyrics. This week’s winner is Tahishia, who knew only one song and no artists. Our pal Rave Doman actually submitted a correct song and … Continue reading
Show Tonight
Come see me at the Billy Elmer & Friends show at the Fireside Inn on Route 60 in Crafton. Showtime is around 9:30.
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Out With The New…
…in with the old skool. Today’s lyrics quiz focuses on rap songs from the 80s and 90s. More fun for the middle-aged. Don’t mean to offend other citizens. Especially big-eared people, they play close attention. A game of horseshoes! A … Continue reading
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