How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Katy B, Bruno Mars, Rihanna, Martin Jensen, Pitbull, Sigala, Paloma Faith, Kesha, Riton, Sidney Samson, Flo Rida, Calvin Harris, Naughty Boy
They are the performers of twelve twelve dance tunes that ranked in various charts, this week (09/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. What motivated Kesha to write “We R Who We R”?
- A Her experiences on tour
- B A surge in gay teen suicides
- C A PA system error during a concert
2. Which genre combination best describes “Rinse & Repeat” by Riton and Kah-Lo?
- A Jazz and blues
- B Dance and pop
- C Country and folk
3. What distinct feature is sampled in Sidney Samson’s “Riverside”?
- A A classical symphony
- B A line from Tupac Shakur
- C Birdsong at dawn
4. Which famous guitarist’s cover is referenced in Flo Rida’s “Let It Roll”?
- A Jimi Hendrix
- B Eric Clapton
- C Jimmy Page
5. What animal-filled setting features prominently in the “Pray to God” music video by Calvin Harris and Haim?
- A A bustling city
- B Various natural settings
- C An abandoned warehouse
6. Who collaborated with Naughty Boy on “Should’ve Been Me”?
- A Ed Sheeran and Zayn Malik
- B Kyla and Popcaan
- C Adele and Stormzy
7. What iconic rap track is sampled in Mist and Jessie Ware’s “Wish Me Well”?
- A “Stan” by Eminem
- B “Juicy” by The Notorious B.I.G.
- C “Changes” by 2Pac
8. What lyrical focus does “Bitches N Marijuana” by Chris Brown and Tyga have?
- A The beauty of nature
- B Relationships and love
- C Sex, money, and marijuana
9. For what historical film was “Glory” by Common and John Legend recorded?
- A “Django Unchained”
- B “Selma”
- C “12 Years a Slave”
10. Which past band is indirectly credited on “Hypest Hype” by Chase & Status?
- A The Rolling Stones
- B The Doors
- C Queen
11. What is the primary theme of Deno’s “First Days”?
- A A summer vacation
- B Losing a friend
- C A road trip adventure
12. What location was used for the “Bad Girls” music video by M.I.A.?
- A The Mojave Desert
- B Ouarzazate, Morocco
- C Downtown Tokyo
Tracklist
1 . Katy B – Lights On (w/ Ms Dynamite) |
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Featured on the 2011 album “On a Mission”. |
2 . Bruno Mars – That’s What I Like |
| The music video is directed by Mars and Jonathan Lia. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “24K Magic”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Rihanna – Only Girl [In The World] |
| The music video is directed by Anthony Mandler. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Loud“.Loud+vinyl+album&tag=radiovideom05-20′ target=’_blank’ rel=’noopener’> Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Martin Jensen – Solo Dance |
| The music video is directed by Martin Jensen. |
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5 . Pitbull – Shut It Down (w/ Akon) |
| The music video is directed by David Rosseau. |
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Featured on the 2009 album “Pitbull Starring In Rebelution”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Sigala, Paloma Faith – Lullaby |
| The music video is directed by Craig Moore. |
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7 . Kesha – We R Who We R |
| The music video is directed by Hype Williams. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Cannibal”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . Riton – Rinse & Repeat (w/ Kah-Lo) |
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9 . Sidney Samson – Riverside [Let’s Go!] (w/ Wizard Sleeve) |
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10 . Flo Rida – Let It Roll |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Wild Ones”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . Calvin Harris – Pray To God (w/ Haim) |
| The music video is directed by Emil Nava. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Motion”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Naughty Boy – Should’ve Been Me (w/ Kyla, Popcaan) |
| The music video is directed by Ben Strebel. |
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Kesha wrote “We R Who We R” in response to a wave of gay teen suicides. The aim was to create a pride anthem celebrating individuality and self-acceptance. The track started at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, marking only the 17th song to do so.
2. “Rinse & Repeat” by Riton and Kah-Lo neatly fits into the Dance and Electro Pop genres. The collaboration resulted in a chart-topping dance hit, gaining considerable attention in the UK.
3. Sidney Samson’s “Riverside” features a vocal sample from Tupac Shakur. The line “Riverside, motherfucker!” is taken from the film Juice, adding a unique flair to the track.
4. Flo Rida’s “Let It Roll” references Jimi Hendrix in part of its chorus. The track samples from a vintage blues piece and covers traditional R&B territory with a modern twist.
5. In “Pray to God” by Calvin Harris and Haim, the music video showcases Haim surrounded by animals in natural settings. Directed by Emil Nava, it adds a lush aesthetic fitting for the song’s serene tones.
6. Kyla and Popcaan featured on Naughty Boy’s “Should’ve Been Me,” adding their vocal stylings to the track. The single achieved a Silver certification by BPI due to its popularity in the UK.
7. “Wish Me Well” by Mist and Jessie Ware samples “Juicy” by The Notorious B.I.G. The track melds grime rap with soul, showcasing an impactful collaboration.
8. “Bitches N Marijuana” by Chris Brown and Tyga focuses on themes of hedonistic lifestyles, including sex, wealth, and cannabis. These recurring motifs depicted in the music video helped the track’s wide appeal.
9. “Glory” by Common and John Legend was composed for the film “Selma.” The song addresses civil rights and won several prestigious awards, including an Academy Award.
10. The Doors receive writing credit on “Hypest Hype” by Chase & Status. Their song “Been Down So Long” was sampled, leading to a rich blend of genres in this electronic track.
11. “First Days” by Deno is a tribute to Cadet after his untimely passing. The song honors their friendship, with proceeds directed to Cadet’s family, illustrating Deno’s tribute beyond music.
12. The “Bad Girls” video by M.I.A. was filmed in Ouarzazate, Morocco. Its release saw critical acclaim, mixing exotic drifts and car stunts with themes of empowerment.
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