Can You Name These ’80s Artists From Their Hair?

By: Lauren Lubas
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Can You Name These ’80s Artists From Their Hair?
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About This Quiz

'80s music has made a little bit of a comeback in terms of popularity. People seem to have a sweet nostalgia for the rockers and pop stars who had big sounds and big hair. The hair in the '80s made its pop culture kind of a joke in the mid-'90s to the early 2000s (when people were working toward tightening up their images and reducing the hairspray usage). However, these days, we can look back at the music of the '80s and appreciate it for what it was: a telltale sign that the general population was embracing who they were and allowing their wild side to come out ... And for the artists of the '80s, nothing said you were a rebel more than changing your hair in ways that made the older generations uncomfortable. This brought about some very creative hairstyles and single-handedly kept Aqua Net in business for a decade. If you're a fan of the '80s and the music it created, you are most likely able to identify your favorite artists on sight and by their sound, but if we strip that away and only show you their hair, would you be able to tell us who they are? Take this quiz to find out if you can name all of these '80s artists by their 'dos!


Jon Bon Jovi
Wiki Commons by David Shankbone
He'll tell you that you give love a bad name. Who is he?
Jon Bon Jovi
Alice Cooper
Pat Benatar
David Bowie
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Bon Jovi (the band) was formed in 1983. Their first hit was "Runaway," released in 1984. Jon Bon Jovi has since gone to write, produce and sing various hit songs, and even dabble in acting.

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Cyndi Lauper
Portrait Records
Her hair was wild, just like her music. Who is she?
Madonna
Cyndi Lauper
Pat Benatar
Eddie Van Halen
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Cyndi Lauper had multiple hits that include "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun" and "Time After Time." Her career lasted over 40 years. She was a singer, songwriter, actress and now an activist.

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Michael Jackson
Wiki Commons by Casta03
He was the king of pop. What was his name?
Michael Jackson
David Bowie
Nikki Sixx
Jon Bon Jovi
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Michael Jackson's career began long before the 80's, but his solo career hit it big in 1982 with "Billie Jean."

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David Bowie
Mercury Records
Who owned this mane in the '80s?
Rick Sanchez
Neil Young
David Bowie
Vince Neil
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David Bowie was a singer, songwriter and actor. He was born in 1947 and recorded 27 studio albums beginning in 1967.

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George Michael
University of Houston Digital Library via Wiki Commons
Who is this front man for Wham!?
David Bowie
Sebastian Bach
Paul McCartney
George Michael
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George Michael had a resume that included singer, songwriter, producer and philanthropist. His given name was Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou. Try saying that three times fast (or even once for that matter).

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Sting
Wiki Commons by Raph_PH
Who does this hair belong to?
Cherry Chree
Sting
Bowie
Martins
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Sting made a great career as the front man for The Police, beginning in 1977. In the '80s they had such hits as "Every Breath You Take" (1983) and "Every Little Thing She Does is Magic" (1981).

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Diana Ross
Wiki Commons by Linda Bisset
She has a career that spanned decades. Who is this diva?
Madonna
Diana Ross
Sheena Easton
Rebel Wilson
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Diana Ross was one of the original divas. She started recording in 1970, but her hits of the '80s are what we remember.

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Tom Petty
Wiki Commons by Takahiro Kyono
He embraced the hippie culture, but ultimately had a country sound. Who is this?
Tom Petty
Tommy Lee
Rhett Johnson
Garth Brooks
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Tom Petty's career spans from the 1970s all the way to the 2010s, but we really know him from the work he did with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. His hits in the '80s included "You Got Lucky."

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Michael Hutchence
AXS TV
Whose beautiful curls are these?
George Michael
Robert Wilson
Mick Jagger
Michael Hutchence
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Michael Hutchence was the lead singer of INXS. They had some great hits in the '80s, including "Need You Tonight." Sadly, the singer committed suicide in 1997.

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James Hetfield
MTV
He cut his hair in the '90s, but who had these flowing locks in the '80s?
Bret Michaels
Bobby Dall
Rob Affuso
James Hetfield
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James Hetfield, the lead singer, songwriter, and guitarist for the 80's band Metallica. While they made some music in the '90s, they are most remembered for the albums they released in the '80s, including "Master of Puppets" and "Ride the Lightning."

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Mike Score
Zomba Productions Ltd.
You know he's from A Flock of Seagulls, but do you know this lead singer's name?
Robert Shore
Mike Score
Paul Rodriguez
Ed Berner
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A Flock of Seagulls members had some of the most memorable hairstyles of the '80s. Their biggest hit of the '80s was "I Ran" which came out in 1982.

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Sebastian Bach
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He never got rid of his long mane. Who is this lead singer?
Scotti Hill
Sebastian Bach
Dave Sabo
Rick Roller
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Sebastian Bach was the lead singer of Skid Row. They wrote several anthems that described what it was like for those living in tough times in the '80s. With songs like "18 and Life" (1989) and "Youth Gone Wild" (1989), they were rockers everyone wanted to hear.

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Neil Peart
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He's considered one of the greatest drummers of all time. Who is he?
Gerry Felding
Peter Gabriel
Vince Neil
Neil Peart
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Neil Peart was the drummer for the band Rush in the '80s. The Canadian rock band is known for songs such as "Tom Sawyer" (1981) and "Limelight" (1981).

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Geoff Tate
MTV
Who is this front man for the band Queensryche?
Geoff Tate
Jeff Andrews
Angeleano Gustov
Gustov Roderick
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Geoff Tate was the lead singer of Queensryche. While they had success in the 90's, they really hit the scene with commercial success in their 1988 album, "Operation: Mindcrime." That included the song, "I Don't Believe in Love."

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C.C. DeVille
Wiki Commons by Weatherman90
He was the guitarist for Poison. Whose hair is this?
Robert Englund
C.C. DeVille
Rich Purdell
Bret Michaels
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C.C. DeVille was a guitarist who could hit some interesting sounds from the six-string. He played for Poison since the mid-'80s, and plays some intense solos.

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Bret Michaels
Wiki Commons by Jamiecat*
Before he did a reality show to find love, he was the front man for a famous '80s band. Who is this?
Robert Rickie
Sebastian Bach
Brett Michaels
Tom Petty
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The lead singer of Poison wrote and sang some of the greatest rock ballads of the '80s. Later, he had to find love through an elimination game show known as "Rock of Love."

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Lionel Richie
Motown Records
He's saying "Hello." Who is he?
Lionel Richie
Richard Marcus
John Taylor
Little Richard
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Lionel Richie's solo career in the '80s brought some great love songs and ballads. They include "Hello" (1983) and "Endless Love" (1981).

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Steven Tyler
Wiki Commons by Gage Skidmore
He's the lead singer of a band that had seemingly endless hits in the '80s. Who is he?
Steven Tyler
Harmon Jerry
Stephen Duffy
Dominic Brown
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Steven Tyler is best known as the singer of Aerosmith. Their '80s hits even crossed genres into the rap scene. From "Angel" (1987) to "Janie's Got a Gun" (1989), they had multiple hits on the rock scene in the '80s.

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Slash
© Glenn Francis via Wiki Commons
His signature hat should give him away. Who is this guitarist?
Slash
Gash
Rash
Flash
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Slash is one of the most memorable guitarists, wild rumors always spread about why he covered his face. Ultimately, he just liked wearing top hats and focusing on the music.

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Morten Harket
Warner Music Group
Who was the lead singer of the one-hit wonder band A-Ha?
William Blake
Blake Webert
Morten Harket
Walter Roberts
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Morten Harket was the lead singer for the Norwegian band A-Ha. If you don't know that band, they had one excellent song: "Take on Me" (1985). Their other songs didn't make it very far on the charts.

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Axl Rose
Geffen Records
Who is this wild redhead of the '80s?
Brett Michaels
Kirk Hammett
Jason Newsted
Axl Rose
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Axl Rose was known to be a little bit crazy, but his wild voice sent a message to the rock lovers of the world. He's been the front man for Guns N' Roses since 1985, and the only member who has made it that long.

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Kenny Loggins
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His songs made it into several movies in the '80s. Who is he?
Richard Marcus
Lionel Richie
Kenny Loggins
Rod Stewart
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Kenny Loggins made some inspirational music in the '80s, and was commissioned to write and sing songs for several movies including Footloose and Top Gun.

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Prince
Warner Bros.
His name is royalty. Who is he?
Prince
Michael Jackson
Regal Jones
Doug E Fresh
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Minnesota native had several hits, including several in the '80s. These hits include "Let's Go Crazy" and "Purple Rain." He was known for his amazing stage presence.

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Tina Turner
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She became a solo artist in the '80s. Who is she?
Natalie Brown
Whitney Houston
Tina Turner
Mariah Carey
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Tina Turner had a rough go of it, but after leaving her husband Ike, she went on to have an incredibly successful music career.

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Janet Jackson
Wiki Commons by Rich Esteban
You may know her as Miss Nasty. Who is she?
Christina Aguilera
Cyndi Lauper
Janet Jackson
Tina Turner
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Janet Jackson's career lasted for decades. She worked in film as well as music. One of her most prominent songs of the '80s was "Nasty."

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Steve Perry
SMCMG Records
His songs are still popular today. Who is he?
Steve Perry
Michael Jackson
Joe Jackson
Robert Perry
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Though Steve Perry is no longer the lead singer of Journey, his music lives on. 1983's "Separate Ways" is still sung at karaoke clubs around the world.

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Annie Lennox
RCA Records
She's the lead singer of the Eurythmics. Who is she?
Stevie Nicks
Nikki Sixx
Pat Benatar
Annie Lennox
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The Eurythmics were a popular New Wave band in the '80s. Their 1983 hit, "Sweet Dreams," had a unique sound and the video had a unique look.

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Dave Mustaine
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He was considered too wild to be in Guns N' Roses. Who is he?
Tommy Lee
Vince Neil
James Hetfield
Dave Mustaine
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The lead singer of Megadeth was so intense, he was kicked out of Guns N' Roses. Megadeth released three albums in the '80s including "Killing Is My Business ... and Business Is Good!"

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Ozzy Osbourne
Ozzy Osbourne via YouTube
His career spanned decades, but he bit the head off a bat in the '80s. Who is he?
Michael Jackson
Ozzy Osbourne
Kenny Loggins
Robert Marshall
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Ozzy was known as quite the partier on the road. He was the front man for Black Sabbath and later went on to have a solo career.

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Jani Lane
Down Boys Records
He was a member of the band Warrant. Who is he?
Jani Lane
Axl Rose
Sebastian Bach
Phillip Hope
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While many know the band Warrant as the group that sung "Cherry Pie" (1990), they had several great songs in the '80s, including 1989's "Heaven."

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Ann Wilson
Mushroom Records
We guess you could say she has a lot of HEART. Who is she?
Phyllis Moore
Ann Wilson
Rachel Rogers
Annie Lennox
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Heart was a band that was known for over five decades. One of their most memorable songs of the '80s was "These Dreams" (1985).

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Bruce Springsteen
Columbia Records
He wrote about the heartland. Who is he?
Steve Perry
Bruce Springsteen
Vince Neil
Tommy Lee
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Bruce Springsteen was a member of the E Street Band, and later went on to have a solo career. His memorable works in the '80s were "Born in the USA" and "My Hometown."

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Kip Winger
Wiki Commons by Rickmunroe01
Who is this member of Winger?
Joseph Black
Kirk Roderick
Kip Winger
William Penn
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Winger was a glam metal band that had a dash of progressive metal. Some of their more memorable songs of the '80s were "Headed for a Heartbreak" and "Seventeen," both released in 1988.

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Alice Cooper
Wiki Commons by Ralph Arvesen
This artist is incredibly intelligent. Who is he?
Axl Rose
Sebastian Bach
Slash
Alice Cooper
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Alice Cooper is a hardcore rockstar, but he is also very intelligent. His career has spanned over 50 years, and those who have seen his shows know that his stage presence is beyond compare.

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Eazy-E
Ruthless Records
Who is this rapper?
Axl Rose
Tommy Lee
Eazy-E
Doug E Fresh
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Eazy-E was known as the Godfather of Gansta Rap. He wrote hardcore verses, and didn't care who he offended. He tragically died of AIDS in 1995.

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Debbie Gibson
Wiki Commons by MR O
She was a star, and not only in her dreams! Who is she?
Cyndi Lauper
Teena Marie
Debbie Gibson
Sheena Easton
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Debbie Gibson released her first album in 1987. It had hits such as "Foolish Beat" and "Only in My Dreams" included on it.

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Joseph Simmons
Wiki Commons by John Matthew Smith
He's one of the founding members of Run-D.M.C.
Adam Yauch
Kyle Burke
Mike D
Joseph Simmons
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Run-D.M.C. was a rap group from Queens, NY, in the '80s. They created such hits as "It's Tricky" (1986).

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Ice-T
Wiki Commons by Stefan Brending
He was a hardcore rapper. Who is he?
Mix Master
Biggie
Ice-T
Eazy-E
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While you may recognize Ice-T from "Law and Order" reruns (or maybe his reality show), he was once a hardcore rapper who was very political. His 1988 hit "Colors" was a look at gang life in LA.

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Stevie Nicks
Wiki Commons by Ueli Frey
She sang for Fleetwood Mac. Who is she?
Stevie Nicks
Cyndi Lauper
Madonna
Tina Turner
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Stevie Nicks is known for her work as the singer and songwriter for Fleetwood Mac. She also had a solo career that included 1981's %0D"Edge of Seventeen."

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Vince Neil
Wiki Commons by Andreas Lawen
He was the front man for Motley Crue. Who is he?
Tommy Lee
Mick Mars
Nikki Sixx
Vince Neil
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Motley Crue was known as a wild band. They had a penchant for getting into trouble, and spilled all the beans in their tell-all memoir, which has been turned into a Netflix original.

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