How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Beyoncé, The Game, Macy Gray, Roger Troutman, T.I., Jermaine Dupri, Aaliyah, Sisqo, Noisettes, Ideal, Sean Paul, P. Diddy
They are the performers of twelve vintage hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that were ranked in various charts, this week (39/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. Who co-wrote Beyoncé’s hit ballad about vulnerability in a troubled relationship?
- A Justin Timberlake
- B Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds
- C Max Martin
2. Which notable rapper features on The Game’s single from the *LAX* album?
- A 50 Cent
- B Lil Wayne
- C Eminem
3. On which album did Macy Gray’s track featuring Erykah Badu first appear?
- A *On How Life Is*
- B *The Id*
- C *The Trouble With Being Myself*
4. Which instrument did Roger Troutman famously use in “I Want to Be Your Man”?
- A Keytar
- B Talk box
- C Theremin
5. T.I.’s “Whatever You Like” was parodied by which comedic musician?
- A “Weird Al” Yankovic
- B Tenacious D
- C Flight of the Conchords
6. Who released the song “Gotta Getcha” in 2005?
- A Jermaine Dupri
- B Usher
- C Chris Brown
7. Which imagery was interpolated in the intro of Aaliyah’s track from the *Romeo Must Die* soundtrack?
- A Eric B. & Rakim’s “I Know You Got Soul”
- B Run-D.M.C.’s “Walk This Way”
- C LL Cool J’s “I Need Love”
8. The debut album *Unleash the Dragon* featured Sisqó solo after a hiatus from which group?
- A Boyz II Men
- B Dru Hill
- C Jodeci
9. The Noisettes track “Never Forget You” made it to number 20 on which chart?
- A US Billboard Hot 100
- B Australian ARIA Chart
- C UK Singles Chart
10. Which R&B artist features on Ideal’s single “Whatever”?
- A Faith Evans
- B Lil’ Mo
- C Ashanti
11. Sean Paul’s “We Be Burnin'” is recognized for its lyrical theme about what?
- A Dancing
- B Smoking marijuana
- C Traveling
12. “Shake Ya Tailfeather” by Nelly, P. Diddy, and Murphy Lee won a Grammy for what category?
- A Best New Artist
- B Best Rap Performance
- C Best R&B Song
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Tracklist
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1 . Beyoncé – Broken Hearted GirlFeatured on the 2008 album “I Am… Sasha Fierce“.
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2 . The Game – My Life (w/ Lil Wayne)Featured on the 2008 album “LAX”.
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3 . Macy Gray – Sweet Baby (w/ Erykah Badu)Featured on the 2001 album “The Id“.
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4 . Roger Troutman – I Want To Be Your ManFeatured on the 1987 album “Unlimited!”.
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5 . T.I. – Whatever You LikeFeatured on the 2008 album “Paper Trail “.
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6 . Jermaine Dupri – Gotta GetchaFeatured on the 2005 album “Young, Fly & Flashy, Vol. 1”.
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7 . Aaliyah – Try AgainFeatured on the 2000 album “Romeo Must Die: Soundtrack”.
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8 . Sisqo – Unleash the DragonFeatured on the 1999 album “Unleash the Dragon”.
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9 . Noisettes – Never Forget YouFeatured on the 2009 album “Wild Young Hearts”.
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10 . Ideal – WhateverFeatured on the 2000 album “Ideal”.
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11 . Sean Paul – We Be Burnin’ [Recognize It]Featured on the 2005 album “The Trinity “. |
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12 . P. Diddy – Shake Ya Tailfeather (w/ Nelly & Murphy Lee)Featured on the 2003 album “Bad Boys II: Soundtrack”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds co-wrote the song alongside Beyoncé and Stargate. The track explores themes of heartache and emotional struggle.
2. Lil Wayne is featured, adding his unique vocal style and collaborative spirit to the track, which paid homage to other rap influences.
3. Macy Gray’s song appeared on her second studio album, *The Id*. It also features guitar by John Frusciante and organ by Billy Preston.
4. Roger Troutman used the talk box to enhance his vocal delivery on “I Want to Be Your Man.” This became a signature sound for him.
5. “Weird Al” Yankovic parodied T.I.’s “Whatever You Like,” and T.I. graciously thanked him at the Grammy Awards for the homage.
6. Jermaine Dupri released “Gotta Getcha,” adding another hit to his roster as a prominent figure in hip hop and R&B production.
7. The intro to Aaliyah’s song features an interpolation of “I Know You Got Soul” by Eric B. & Rakim, weaving iconic beats into new sounds.
8. Sisqó embarked on a solo journey with *Unleash the Dragon* during a break from Dru Hill, achieving multi-platinum success with hits like “Thong Song.”
9. “Never Forget You” by the Noisettes peaked at number 20 on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing the band’s soulful sound and catchy rhythm.
10. Lil’ Mo lent her vocal talents to Ideal’s track “Whatever,” complementing the R&B group’s smooth harmonies and sound.
11. Sean Paul’s “We Be Burnin'” is centered around the theme of marijuana, earning it accolades from High Times as the Best Pot Song of 2005.
12. “Shake Ya Tailfeather” won the Grammy for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group, highlighting the combined talents of Nelly, P. Diddy, and Murphy Lee.
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