Hip-Hop & Soul N°144 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.

The subjects du jour are : Janet Jackson, Usher, R. Kelly, Kelly Rowland, Eminem, Tweet, Jamie Foxx, The Black Eyed Peas, Ludacris, Christina Milian, Ne~Yo, Busta Rhymes

They are the performers of twelve vintage hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that were ranked in various charts, this week (20/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.

QUIZ QUESTIONS
QUIZ QUESTIONS

1. Which musical elements can be found in Janet Jackson's song recorded for her album "Damita Jo"?

  • A Reggae and blues
  • B Pop rock and new wave
  • C Classical and jazz

2. What is notable about Usher's 2002 international single from the album "8701"?

  • A It features a remix with Timbaland
  • B It was released in maxi-CD formats
  • C Usher directed its music video

3. What distinguishes R. Kelly's "Ignition (Remix)" from the original "Ignition"?

  • A The presence of a live orchestra
  • B Elements from "Fiesta (Remix)"
  • C Featured vocals by a guest artist

4. Which music genre elements are combined in Kelly Rowland's "Work"?

  • A Jazz, blues, and soul
  • B R&B, funk, and go-go
  • C Hip-hop, classical, and rock

5. Who shares vocal duties with Eminem on "Old Time's Sake" from his album "Relapse"?

  • A Snoop Dogg
  • B 50 Cent
  • C Dr. Dre

6. What is unique about the music video for Tweet's single featuring Missy Elliott?

  • A It was filmed live at a stadium
  • B It showcases animated characters
  • C It features Tweet and Missy Elliott

7. Which feature is included in Jamie Foxx's platinum-certified song "Unpredictable" with Ludacris?

  • A Samples from "Wild Flower"
  • B A reggae rework
  • C A guest verse by Snoop Dogg

8. Which famous track does the Black Eyed Peas single from "Monkey Business" incorporate?

  • A "Wipe Out" by The Surfaris
  • B "Misirlou" by Dick Dale
  • C "Pipeline" by The Chantays

9. Which production team worked on Ludacris's track featuring Sleepy Brown from "Word of Mouf"?

  • A The Neptunes
  • B Organized Noize
  • C Timbaland and Magoo

10. What sample can be found in Christina Milian's single for the album "So Amazin'"?

  • A "Clean Up Your Own Yard" by Jackie Moore
  • B "It's a Shame" by The Spinners
  • C "Back Stabbers" by The O'Jays

11. What narrative style is present in Ne-Yo's third single from "Libra Scale"?

  • A Conversational storytelling
  • B A first-person monologue
  • C Chronological narration

12. Which production element makes Busta Rhymes's debut single from "The Big Bang" stand out?

  • A A string quartet introduction
  • B A Daft Punk vocal sample
  • C A live choir recording

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Tracklist

1 . Janet Jackson - Just A Little While

Featured on the 2004 album "Damita Jo".

Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Twitter

2 . Usher - U~Turn

Featured on the 2001 album "8701".

Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Instagram

3 . R. Kelly - Ignition [Remix]

Featured on the 2002 album "Chocolate Factory".

Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Instagram

4 . Kelly Rowland - Work

Featured on the 2007 album "Ms. Kelly".

Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Instagram

5 . Eminem - Old Time's Sake (w/ Dr.Dre)

Featured on the 2009 album "Relapse".

Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site

6 . Tweet - Oops [Oh My] (w/ Missy Elliott)

Featured on the 2002 album "Southern Hummingbird".

Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Twitter

7 . Jamie Foxx - Unpredictable (w/ Ludacris)

Featured on the 2005 album "Unpredictable".

Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Instagram

8 . The Black Eyed Peas - Pump It

Featured on the 2005 album "Monkey Business".

Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Instagram

9 . Ludacris - Saturday [Oooh! Ooooh!] (w/ Sleepy Brown)

Featured on the 2001 album "Word of Mouf".

Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Twitter

10 . Christina Milian - Say I (w/ Young Jeezy)

Featured on the 2006 album "So Amazin'".

Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Instagram

11 . Ne~Yo - One In A Million

Featured on the 2010 album "Libra Scale".

Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Twitter

12 . Busta Rhymes - Touch It

Featured on the 2006 album "The Big Bang".

Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Twitter

And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:

1. The song blends pop rock, dance, and new wave. Jackson and Austin incorporated guitars, keyboards, and rhythmic elements to convey desire, with a playful twist on self-satisfaction.

2. Usher's single was issued in maxi-CD formats across several continents. The remixes and multiple releases enhanced its international reach.

3. "Ignition (Remix)" includes elements from “Fiesta (Remix).” A distinctive refrain and different instrumentals set it apart from the original.

4. Kelly Rowland's "Work" combines R&B, funk, and go-go. Its vibrant mix emphasizes assertive lyrics over a rhythmic backdrop.

5. Dr. Dre features alongside Eminem, mixing his production skills with vocal contributions. The single adds depth to "Relapse" through Dre's presence.

6. Featuring Tweet and Missy Elliott, the video marks the debut album kickoff. A self-reflective theme is mirrored in the energetic visuals.

7. "Unpredictable" samples from “Wild Flower” by New Birth. Sampling added R&B flair, pushing the track onto charts and award lists.

8. The Black Eyed Peas single creatively uses "Misirlou," gaining a surf rock edge. The iconic riff adds nostalgia and dynamic appeal.

9. Produced by Organized Noize, Ludacris paired savvy lyrics with inventive beats. The collaboration showcases their Southern influence.

10. The track borrows from "Clean Up Your Own Yard,” giving it a classic soul sound. The sample's groove complements Milian’s vocals.

11. Ne-Yo communicates through a conversational storytelling style. The engaging narrative technique allows listeners to relate personally.

12. Featuring a Daft Punk vocal sample, the track injects an electronic twist. Swizz Beatz's production cleverly blends techno elements.

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(*) According to our own statistics, updated on February 15, 2026