How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Missy Elliott, P. Diddy, Sean Paul, Nelly, Damage, Kelis, Pharoahe Monch, Ms. Dynamite & Sticky, Destiny’s Child, Cassidy, Usher, Beyoncé
They are the performers of twelve vintage hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that were ranked in various charts, this week (26/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
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1 . Missy Elliott - Lose Control (w/ Ciara & Fat Man Scoop)Featured on the 2005 album "The Cookbook".
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2 . P. Diddy - I Need A Girl Part 1 (w/ Usher & Loon)Featured on the 2002 album "We Invented the Remix".
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3 . Sean Paul - Get Busy/Like GlueFeatured on the 2002 album "Dutty Rock".
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4 . Nelly - Ride Wit Me (w/ St. Lunatics)Featured on the 2000 album "Country Grammar".
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5 . Damage - Ghetto RomanceFeatured on the 1997 album "Since You've Been Gone".
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6 . Kelis - Good StuffFeatured on the 2000 album "Kaleidoscope".
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7 . Pharoahe Monch - Body BabyFeatured on the 2007 album "Desire".
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8 . Ms. Dynamite & Sticky - Booo!
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9 . Destiny's Child - SurvivorFeatured on the 2001 album "Survivor".
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10 . Cassidy - Hotel (w/ R. Kelly)Featured on the 2003 album "Split Personality".
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11 . Usher - Moving MountainsFeatured on the 2008 album "Here I Stand". |
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12 . Beyoncé - Single Ladies [Put a Ring on It]Featured on the 2008 album "I Am... Sasha Fierce".
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. "Lose Control" features vocals from Ciara and Fatman Scoop. It samples Cybotron's "Clear" and is known for its beat drops and dance-driven vibe.
2. P. Diddy's single featuring Usher and Loon peaked at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, showcasing its widespread popularity.
3. The "Diwali riddim," crafted by Steven Marsden, is pivotal to Sean Paul's "Get Busy," defining its rhythmic and danceable character.
4. In the Nelly video for "Ride Wit Me," City Spud's verse is performed by others, as City Spud was incarcerated at the time.
5. "Ghetto Romance" was produced by Tim & Bob, known for their specialization in R&B and 2-step sounds, relevant in early 2000s UK music.
6. Pusha T, then known as Terrar, features on Kelis's track from "Kaleidoscope," adding his signature rap style to the song.
7. "Body Baby" marks a contrast in Pharoahe Monch's discography, differing from his politically charged themes with a lighter, danceable tone.
8. Ms. Dynamite's distinct vocal presence was first noticed in "Booo!," a collaboration with Sticky, cementing her place in UK garage music.
9. "Survivor" channeled Destiny's Child's resilience post-lineup changes, becoming an anthem of empowerment and unity.
10. R. Kelly lent his vocals to Cassidy's "Split Personality" debut, offering a melodic counterpoint to Cassidy's rap verses.
11. Usher's song uniquely blends his vocal ability with the synth elements inspired by OneRepublic’s song "Apologize," enriching its emotional depth.
12. "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)" features Beyoncé as Sasha Fierce, showcasing viral dance moves and simplistic yet iconic visuals.
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