Known for their experimental sound and elaborate stage shows, Pink Floyd is one of the best bands to come out of the 60s. Take on our Pink Floyd trivia and see how much you know about the men behind the music.
From their early psychedelic days to their later concept albums, Pink Floyd has left a lasting effect on popular culture and music right up to the release of their last album in 2014.
There have been countless feuds and numerous scandals within the band over the years, but the music has remained consistent, relevant, and brilliant.
So whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual listener, get ready to test your knowledge of this legendary band.
Are you ready to journey to the dark side of the moon?!
This first round is a quick overview of Pink Floyd’s ups and downs of their five decades in the music business.
Everyone knows a little something about this iconic band, and their music – how many songs have already come to mind?
Since the mid-60s, Pink Floyd catapulted themselves into the same league as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, and Queen.
Pink Floyd are well into their Farewell tour, so before you rush off to YouTube them in action, it’s time to get started on our quiz.
Are you ready?
1: What is the title of Pink Floyd’s debut album, which was released in 1967?
The Piper at the Gates of Dawn.
2: What inflatable animal features on the 1977 album Animals?
Pig.
3: What is the title of the 1982 Pink Floyd documentary?
Pink Floyd: The Wall.
4: Which school were the children from who featured on the 1979 hit Another Brick in the Wall Part 2?
Islington Green School.
5: How many of the 130 scheduled shows did the band play during their first-ever tour in 1968?
116.
6: What did Frankfurt’s city council call Roger Waters when they confirmed they would be canceling Pink Floyd's 2023 Farewell show in the city?
They called him the world’s most well-known antisemites.
7: During the 14 Hour Technicolour Dream film, filmed in 1967, which Japanese peace activist, artist, and songwriter is seen performing an art installation?
Yoko Ono.
8: The Dark Side of the Moon is the fourth best-selling album of all time, can you name any of the three albums that trump it?
Thriller - Michael Jackson, The Greatest Hits 1971 - 1975 - The Eagles, Back in Black - AC/DC.
9: What iconic film did Pink Floyd invest some of the profits from The Dark Side of the Moon?
Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
10: Who played the role of Pink in the 1982 musical drama Pink Floyd - The Wall, which was based on the band's 1979 album of the same name?
Bob Geldof.
Members of Pink Floyd Trivia Questions
How did you get on with the general round? Are you ready for round two?
It’s time to take a closer look at the lives of the six men behind classic hits such as Another Brick in the Wall and Wish You Were Here.
We will delve into their personal affairs, lawsuits, and a few surprising moments from the members of this acclaimed band.
With band members from London, Birmingham, and Cambridge which made for very different upbringings,it’s no wonder their blend created such an eclectic sound.
Don’t Leave Me Now!
Here we go!
1: Roger Waters has been married five times. What is the name of his current wife?
Kamilah Chavis.
2: What English city was drummer Nick Mason’s great-grandfather Lord Mayor of from 1904 - 1905?
The City of Birmingham.
3: What year was David Gilmour awarded a CBE?
2003.
4: Who was the lead guitarist of the band Tea Set that left before they rebranded and became Pink Floyd?
Bob Klose.
5: Which band member sued David Gilmour and Nick Mason in 1986 over the name Pink Floyd?
Roger Waters.
6: In which UK prison was the Liberty Choire formed who David Gilmour teamed up with on the album Rattle That Lock in 2015?
HMP Wandsworth.
7: What was the cause of Richard Wright's death in 2008 at age 65?
Lung Cancer.
8: Which city did Roger Waters unveil a monument in his father’s honor in 2014?
Aprilia, Rome.
9: How many members of Pink Floyd attended Syd Barrett's funeral in July 2006?
None.
10: How many musical instruments did Richard Write teach himself to play at age 12 while recovering from a broken leg? Bonus points if you can name all of them!
Four. Guitar, piano, trumpet, and trombone.
Name That Tune Pink Floyd Trivia Questions
Roger Waters and David Gilmour are Pink Floyd’s primary songwriters and are penned for creating some of the most thought-provoking and groundbreaking songs of all time.
But how many of these incredible hits can you remember?
In round three, we have selected a line from some of their iconic songs, and all you have to do is guess the title.
So, put on your headphones, get comfortable, and get ready to sing along with these ten Pink Floyd classics!
Let’s roll!
1: ‘Your lips move, but I can’t hear what you're saying.’
Comfortably Numb.
2: ‘Come on you stranger, you legend, you martyr, and shine!’
Shine On You Crazy Diamond.
3: ‘With itchy feet and fading smiles, can you feel me?’
Hey You.
4: ‘A flight of fancy on a wind swept field.’
Learning To Fly.
5: ‘If you don’t eat yer meat, you can’t have any pudding.’
Another Brick in the Wall.
6: ‘Beyond the horizon of the place we lived when we were young.’
High Hopes.
7: ‘The band is just fantastic, that is really what I think.’
Have A Cigar.
8: ‘You brought a guitar to punish your ma.’
Welcome To The Machine.
9: ‘Look mummy, there’s an aeroplane up in the sky.’
We hope you had fun playing along with this Pink Floyd trivia. Did you dance to your own beat, or did you take it seriously? No matter how you enjoyed playing, why not keep going with some more trivia games?
Hopefully, this Pink Floyd Trivia has given you a greater appreciation of their music and a greater understanding of the impact they have had on the world of rock and roll. Keep on shining, you crazy diamonds!
