Go Shopping at Hot Topic and We’ll Guess Which Emo Singer Matches Your Personality

By: Ian Fortey
Estimated Completion Time
4 min
Go Shopping at Hot Topic and We’ll Guess Which Emo Singer Matches Your Personality
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About This Quiz

Did you know that Hot Topic has been around since the 1980s? It's always had a serious music-theme to how it presented itself and the merch it sold, even if the styles evolved considerably during that time.  

For instance, when they first showed up on the scene, Hot Topic was pretty dark and into nu-metal with a vengeance. It was only in later years that they shifted focus to hardcore, geek culture, scene and, of course, emo music and fashion. Basically, they've always been on the fringe of what was considered "normal." Not extreme by any means, but not the Gap, either. Hot Topic was there to appeal to people who felt a little different and wanted to express that in a way they felt looked cool and fun and a bit unique. And also people who liked "The Nightmare Before Christmas" and a lot of the color black.

Do you think your Hot Topic tastes reveal anything about who you are as a person? What if we told you we could match your personality up with an emo singer based on nothing more than what you'd buy on a Hot Topic trip? Sound crazy? Well, why not grab a shopping basket and see?

Would you ever hit up Hot Topic to buy a toy?
I guess it depends on what toy we're talking about.
That's not for me.
Funko Pops! Heck yeah!
Maybe some kind of soft plush toy

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Is there an area of pop culture you're most interested in at Hot Topic?
I like the gamer stuff sometimes.
I dig anime stuff.
I'm into cartoons.
I like movie-themed stuff.

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What one word could describe the specific look and feel you try to get from the stuff you buy at Hot Topic?
Cool
Dark
Fun
Sexy

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If you were in the market for a necklace, which of these would you be most likely to buy?
"How to Train Your Dragon" Pendant
"Hellraiser" Puzzle Box Pendant
"Kingdom Hearts" Keyblade Pendant
Disney Evil Queen Poison Apple Pendant

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You need to keep toasty in the winter. What would you be most likely to buy to stave off the cold?
Harry Potter Cardigan
Black Spirit Board Zip Up Hoodie
Studio Ghibli Sweater
Red and Black Lace-Up Hoodie

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Hot Topic has literally over 10,000 tees for sale. Which of these colors would you narrow it down to?
White
Black
Blue
Red

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A lot of the tees at Hot Topic are retro music-themed. Which of these is your favorite '80s music tee?
Metallica "Master of Puppets"
Nirvana "Nevermind"
Queen
Prince "Purple Rain"

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Hot Topic has some unique fashion categories. Which one would draw your attention first?
Cat Fashion
Gothic Romance
Galaxy
Dark Street

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There are four categories of bottoms at Hot Topic. Which one would you get on top of first?
Shorts
Leggings
Jeans
Skirts

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Cosplay is a whole category of items at Hot Topic. If you were going to cosplay, which of these would attract you the most?
"Disney"
"American Horror Story"
"DC Universe"
"Riverdale"

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If you needed a new pair of shoes, what kind would you be most likely to get?
Heels
Creepers
Sneakers
Boots

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There's something for pretty much every musical taste at Hot Topic, except maybe Country. Which of their categories would you peruse?
Indie
Screamo
K-Pop
Pop-Punk

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Which of these best-selling pop culture belts is the one for you?
"Tomb Raider" Holster Belt
"Suicide Squad" Harley Quinn Belt
"Deadpool" Utility Belt
"Stranger Things" Chibi Belt

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If you like kimonos, Hot Topic has you covered. Which one sounds most like your style?
"Harry Potter" Ravenclaw Crest Kimono
"Alice in Wonderland" Mad Tea Party Kimono
"The Nightmare Before Christmas" Stained Glass Kimono
"My Neighbor Totoro" Kimono

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Which anime are you most likely to want to buy some gear to represent?
"Dragon Ball Z"
"My Hero Academia"
"Naruto"
"One Piece"

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If anime isn't your animation of choice, what other cartoon merch would you pick?
"Gravity Falls"
"Rick and Morty"
Anything Disney
"Steven Universe"

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A beanie is going to keep your head warm and Hot Topic sells a ton of them. Which of these is your favorite?
"Spongebob" Krusty Krab Beanie
"Deadpool" Logo
Pikachu Beanie
"Riverdale" Jughead Beanie

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There are socks as far as the eye can see at Hot Topic. What do your feet crave?
Chunky Boot Socks
No-Show Socks
Crew Socks
Knee-High Socks

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You need to carry all your loot home in something. Which of these best-selling backpacks would you pick?
"Overwatch"
"Nightmare Before Christmas"
"Kingdom Hearts"
"Lilo and Stitch"

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What kind of jewelry are you most likely to pick up on a trip to Hot Topic?
Ring
Body Chain
Bracelet
Earrings

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Which of these four best-selling watches do you feel like you could be using to tell time?
Looney Tunes Watch
"Rick and Morty" Rotating Portal Watch
Hogwarts Express Pocket Watch
Disney Princesses Gold Watch

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Hate getting rained on? Which of these Hot Topic umbrellas would you get?
Cheshire Cat with Ears Umbrella
"Deadpool" Logo LED Flashlight Umbrella
Rainbow Uni-Corgis Umbrella
"Wonder Woman" Color Changing Umbrella

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You can outfit your house too at Hot Topic, not just your body. What do you need in your kitchen?
"Little Mermaid" Oven Mitts
"Kingdom Hearts" Shot Glasses
"Beetlejuice" Mug
"Aladdin" Teapot

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Your bed needs a comforter! Which of these would you choose?
Bob Ross
"Stranger Things"
"Harry Potter" Hogwarts Crest
"Riverdale" Southside Serpents

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You can't forget the bathroom, can you? What bathroom accessory will really bring your house to the next level?
"Bob's Burgers" Soap Dish
Blood Bath Bloody Hand Print Shower Curtain
"Aladdin" Lamp Shower Hooks
"Nightmare Before Christmas" Zero Loofah

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A little art makes any room more complete. Which one of these Hot Topic best sellers would you choose?
"Legend of Zelda" Metal Shield
"Stranger Things" Demogorgon Poster
Stay Weird Tye-Dyed Wall Tapestry
Hundred Acre Wood Map

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Sometimes you need that perfect accessory to finish a look. What extra item does Hot Topic have that's perfect for you?
Enamel pins
Scarves
Patches
Sunglasses

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May as well pick up an accessory for your car while you're here. What sounds good?
"Bob's Burgers" Sunshade
"Rick and Morty" Sunshade
Bob Ross Sunshade
"Nightmare Before Christmas" Air Freshener

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What are you going to pick up to help your desk look perfect?
"Bob's Burgers" Guided Journal
"Nightmare on Elm Street" Ruled Journal
"Nightmare Before Christmas" Pencils
"Harry Potter" Golden Quill Pen

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If you could only shop for one kind of thing at Hot Topic, what would it be?
Collectibles
Tees
Accessories
Jewelry

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