In honor of April Fool’s Day, we’re serving up a special challenge: a list of karaoke-worthy songs, each with an artist name. Some are 100% legit… others? Totally made up — or more accurately, the artist is. 😉
Can you tell which ones are fake? Trust your instincts, channel your inner karaoke host, and let’s go!
The Quiz
- “I Will Survive” – Gloria Gaynor ✅
The ultimate karaoke power anthem. Real, timeless, and yes — it’s hers. - “Teenage Dirtbag” – Jimmy Eat World ❌
Close in vibe, but wrong band. This one belongs to Wheatus. - “Torn” – Natalie Imbruglia ✅
The emotional 90s hit that still crushes every karaoke night. - “Africa” – Hall & Oates ❌
Oof, wrong duo! That majestic 80s sound is all Toto. - “Don’t Speak” – Alanis Morissette ❌
We see where you’re going, but no — this heartbreak ballad is by No Doubt. - “Take On Me” – a-ha ✅
Real, iconic, and an absolute must in any karaoke lineup. - “I Touch Myself” – Divinyls ✅
Provocative and catchy — and totally real. - “Bohemian Rhapsody” – Electric Light Orchestra ❌
Epic song, wrong band. This masterpiece is all Queen. - “Valerie” – Amy Winehouse ✅
A modern classic with real karaoke soul. Yes, it’s real. - “Smooth Operator” – Toni Braxton ❌
Smooth, yes. But this chill track is actually by Sade.
Your Score:
- 8–10 correct: Karaoke Genius – You’ve got ears of steel and a heart full of lyrics.
- 5–7 correct: Solid Ear – A few slip-ups, but you’re karaoke-savvy.
- 0–4 correct: Fooled But Fabulous – It’s April Fool’s Day — you’re here for the fun, and we love that.
Want to Sing the Real Ones?
Scored high on the quiz or just discovered a few tracks you need to belt out?
We’ve got you covered with a ready-to-go playlist featuring all the real songs from the quiz — no tricks, just hits.
From the soaring falsetto of “Take On Me” to the soulful groove of “Valerie”, these tracks are perfect for your next karaoke night (or living room solo session).
