The Ultimate Quiz for Music Aficionados
QUESTION 4-What was the first song played on MTV when it started?
Correct Incorrect The first song ever played on MTV on August 1, 1981, was "Video Killed the Radio Star" by The Buggles. The video started with the line "Ladies and gentlemen, rock and roll." and showed footage of the first space shuttle launch and the launch of Apollo 11. This catchy, synth-driven song captured the spirit of the new music video era that MTV was starting. It became a big hit and is now a classic. "Video Killed the Radio Star" marked the beginning of a new era in music and entertainment, and is forever linked to the rise of music videos and MTV.