How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Sean Paul, Nelly, will.i.am, Eve, Jay-Z, Dizzee Rascal, Lil Jon, Kano, Bobby V., Liberty X, Michelle Williams, Ciara
They are the performers of twelve vintage hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that were ranked in various charts, this week (40/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. In which year was “Give Me the Light” by Sean Paul first released internationally?
- A 2002
- B 2001
- C 2000
2. Which phrase is repeatedly used in Nelly’s “Flap Your Wings”?
- A Drop like a fly
- B Soar to the sky
- C Drop down and get ya eagle on, girl
3. Which TV show featured “I Got It From My Mama” by will.i.am?
- A Friends
- B Gossip Girl
- C Breaking Bad
4. Who features alongside Eve in “Gangsta Lovin'”?
- A Alicia Keys
- B Beyoncé
- C Missy Elliott
5. What song does Jay-Z’s “Empire State of Mind” sample?
- A Love on a Two-Way Street
- B New York, New York
- C Standing on the Corner
6. Which political figure is parodied in Dizzee Rascal’s music video?
- A Winston Churchill
- B Margaret Thatcher
- C Boris Johnson
7. What certification did the song featuring Lil Jon and E-40 receive from the RIAA?
- A Gold
- B 2× Platinum
- C Silver
8. Which artist collaborated with Kano on “This Is the Girl”?
- A Craig David
- B Joss Stone
- C Ed Sheeran
9. Which label was the US hit “Tell Me” by Bobby V. released under?
- A Def Jam Recordings
- B Sony Music
- C Island Records
10. Who provided uncredited vocals for Liberty X’s single released in September 2005?
- A Rev Run of Run-D.M.C.
- B Pharrell Williams
- C Snoop Dogg
11. Which chart did Michelle Williams’ “We Break the Dawn” top?
- A Billboard Hot 100
- B Billboard Hot Dance Airplay
- C Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs
12. Which city does Ciara’s “Oh” pay tribute to?
- A Chicago
- B Atlanta
- C Los Angeles
Tracklist
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1 . Sean Paul – Gimme The LightFeatured on the 2002 album “Dutty Rock”.
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2 . Nelly – Flap Your WingsFeatured on the 2004 album “Sweat“.
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3 . will.i.am – I Got It From My MamaFeatured on the 2007 album “Songs About Girls”.
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4 . Eve – Gangsta Lovin’ (w/ Alicia Keys)Featured on the 2002 album “Eve-Olution”.
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5 . Jay-Z – Empire State of Mind (w/ Alicia Keys)Featured on the 2009 album “The Blueprint 3”.
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6 . Dizzee Rascal – Dirtee CashFeatured on the 2009 album “Tongue n’ Cheek”.
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7 . Lil Jon – Snap Yo Fingers (w/ E-40, Sean Paul, Youngbloodz)
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8 . Kano – This Is The Girl (w/ Craig David)Featured on the 2007 album “London Town”.
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9 . Bobby V. – Tell MeFeatured on the 2005 album “Bobby Valentino”.
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10 . Liberty X – Song 4 Lovers (w/ Rev Run)Featured on the 2005 album “X”.
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11 . Michelle Williams – We Break The DawnFeatured on the 2008 album “Unexpected”. |
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12 . Ciara – Oh (w/ Ludacris)Featured on the 2004 album “Goodies”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Released internationally in 2002, “Give Me the Light” showcases Sean Paul’s breakout from Jamaica. It climbed international charts as a lead single.
2. Nelly’s “Flap Your Wings” features the iconic and instantly recognizable catchphrase “drop down and get ya eagle on, girl”. The song’s playful tone carries these repeated words.
3. “I Got It From My Mama” by will.i.am was featured on “Gossip Girl” among other media, showing its fit for dramatic and trendy soundtracks.
4. Alicia Keys is featured alongside Eve in “Gangsta Lovin'”. The collaboration succeeded on charts, adding another hit to both artists’ careers.
5. “Empire State of Mind” samples “Love on a Two-Way Street”. It seamlessly blends this with original lyrics paying homage to New York City.
6. Margaret Thatcher is parodied in the music video for Dizzee Rascal’s track. The political theme adds historical weight to the visuals.
7. The track featuring Lil Jon and E-40 achieved a 2× Platinum certification from the RIAA, emphasizing its widespread popularity and commercial success.
8. Craig David collaborated with Kano on “This Is the Girl”. The single charted successfully, highlighting the blend of their distinct styles.
9. “Tell Me” by Bobby V. was released under Def Jam Recordings. The single upheld the label’s reputation for launching notable R&B hits.
10. Rev Run of Run-D.M.C. provided uncredited vocals on Liberty X’s single, reflecting the cross-genre collaboration that added depth to the track.
11. The track “We Break the Dawn” topped the Billboard Hot Dance Airplay chart. Its elevated energetic beats appealed to dance audiences.
12. “Oh” by Ciara pays homage to Atlanta. The song captures the vibe and essence of her hometown, solidifying her roots in her music.
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