Quiz: What Records Match Your True Colors?

Taste in music can say a lot about a person. Take this quiz and find out what records we recommend based on your personality.

Written by Camryn Garza
Illustrated by Jane Choi 

The True Colors Personality assessment was established over 40 years ago as a self-awareness tool that pairs four primary personality types with four different colors: Gold, Orange, Blue, and Green. Are you energetic? Empathetic? Maybe you’re an Orange or a Blue. Doesn’t seem like you? Perhaps you’re a more punctual Gold, or more a visionary type, Green. Whatever you are, take this quiz and find out which records match your True Colors:

1. Since this is about you, let’s start there. You would describe yourself as:

   A. Realistic

   B. Spontaneous

   C. Compassionate

   D. Rational

2. How do you think others would describe you

   A. Controlling

   B. Irresponsible 

   C. Over-emotional 

   D. Unfeeling; afraid to open up

3. Don’t worry, it’s not all bad … but what stresses you out the most?

   A. When people procrastinate 

   B. When people are overly critical 

   C. When people like to start conflict, or drama 

   D. When people are unfair 

4. Which personality trait do you value the most in others?

   A. Honesty 

   B. Optimism 

   C. Empathy 

   D. Logic

5. Which of these traits is your biggest strength?

   A. You’re always reliable

   B. You can adapt to any situation

   C. People can always talk to you, about anything

   D. You’re confident

   
   

6. When you’re talking to someone you:

   A. Try to cut the small talk … it’s unnecessary

   B. Like to say exactly what’s on your mind

   C. Relate everything to your emotions, or how you’re feeling

   D. Ask too many questions

7. Okay, last thing. Finish this sentence: I need

   A. to feel useful and productive.

   B. variety and excitement in my life. 

   C. to always look for ways to encourage others. 

   D. to constantly seek knowledge and understanding. 

If you answered…

Mostly A’s: 

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You relate most closely to the Gold color personality, meaning you value loyalty and dependability. You view yourself as stable and efficient, with a strong sense of what’s right and what’s wrong. This is why you’re in for a throwback with Drake’s 2011 album Take Care. On this record, Drake explores themes of trust, and the search for stability amongst fame and fortune. Finding trust and stability through loyalty are qualities you strive for in your everyday life. You also value tradition, which is why The Arcs’ 2015 EP, The Arcs vs. The Inventors Vol. 1, is perfect for you. While classified as alternative, this record’s classic rock chords and consistent tones fall back on traditional sounds of old school rock and roll with uniform backbeats matched by stable leading rhythms.

Mostly B’s: 

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You relate most closely to the Orange color personality. You're very spontaneous, fun, and carefree in all the best ways. You don’t worry too much about the past; you’re here for the present! You value freedom and expression, so if you’ve never heard of Michael Collins (more commonly known as Drugdealer), his 2019 album Raw Honey is great for you. With songs like the psychedelic throwback “Wild Motion,” you’re in for a truly free-flowing listening experience, with its mellow drum beats and drawn-out guitar rhythms. Speaking of “carefree,” what better album for you than Khalid’s 2019 record Free Spirit that explores Khalid’s journey into newfound adulthood? You look for variety and excitement in life, two things heard throughout Free Spirit.

Mostly C’s: 

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You relate most closely to the Blue color personality. You wear your heart on your sleeve, and always try to be compassionate towards others. You lead with your heart and value trust and empathy above all. This is exactly why Hozier’s Wasteland, Baby! is more than worth your time This romantic album explores themes of true love and  hopefulness while trying to find the meaning behind different emotions, something you find yourself doing often. While others may see you as overly emotional, your emotions are what make you so powerful. This need to express strength in fragility can be heard in Beyoncé’s world-renowned album Lemonade. Seen as one her most powerful albums to date, this record showcases healing through vulnerability and compassion, traits you admire.  

Mostly D’s:

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You relate mostly to the Green color personality. You have a very analytical conceptual mind. You’re always thinking, and trying to see both sides of the story. At times you can seem  aloof, or overly calm, but it’s probably just because you spend most of your time in your thoughts. Albert Hammond Jr.’s Francis Trouble is a phenomenal record to get your mind moving. This album explores the complexities of identity, with songs like “Strangers,” which reflects on the association between interpersonal relationships, and the relationship one has with oneself. You value philosophy, and have an overwhelming need for explanation and insight. So does Daniel Cesar in his 2019 album Case Study 01, which explores the relationship between contrasting ideas such as good and evil, and life and death. The abstract themes of this record prove to relate your visionary-type lifestyle. 

Thanks for taking this quiz! If you’re interested in taking the actual True Colors Personality test you can find the real one here, or the free downloadable pdf here!