How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Destiny’s Child, Guru, Charles & Eddie, Alison Limerick, Juliet Roberts, DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince, Warren G, Eternal, Diana King, Puff Daddy, Innocence, McAlmont & Butler
They are the performers of twelve vintage hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that were ranked in various charts, this week (46/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. Which classic rock track is interpolated in Destiny’s Child’s “Bug a Boo”?
- A “Highway to Hell” by AC/DC
- B “Child’s Anthem” by Toto
- C “Hotel California” by Eagles
2. Who directed the music video for Guru’s “No Time to Play”?
- A Spike Lee
- B Kevin Bray
- C Hype Williams
3. What prestigious award did the songwriters of Charles & Eddie’s hit receive?
- A Grammy Award
- B Ivor Novello
- C Academy Award
4. Which renowned DJs remixed Alison Limerick’s “Where Love Lives”?
- A Carl Cox and Fatboy Slim
- B David Morales and Frankie Knuckles
- C Sasha and John Digweed
5. Juliet Roberts’ “Free Love” marked her transition into which music genre?
- A Rock
- B Jazz
- C Dance
6. What song does DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince’s “I’m Looking for the One” sample?
- A “I Want You Back” by The Jackson 5
- B “Tell Me If You Still Care” by S.O.S. Band
- C “Good Times” by Chic
7. Who was originally intended to sing the chorus of Warren G’s “This D.J.”?
- A Nate Dogg
- B Snoop Dogg
- C Ice Cube
8. How many members are in the duo that released the final single from Eternal’s last album?
- A Two
- B Three
- C Four
9. Which artist originally performed “Ain’t Nobody,” later covered by Diana King?
- A Aretha Franklin
- B Rufus and Chaka Khan
- C Whitney Houston
10. What theme is prominently referenced in Puff Daddy’s “Best Friend” lyrics?
- A Romance
- B Friendship
- C Spirituality
11. “Let’s Push It” by Innocence is often compared to which contemporary group?
- A Soul II Soul
- B Massive Attack
- C Portishead
12. With whom did David McAlmont record “You Do”?
- A Mark Ronson
- B Bernard Butler
- C Noel Gallagher
For TWELVE more Hip-Hop & Soul – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 46/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Destiny’s Child – Bug~A~BooFeatured on the 1999 album “The Writings On The Wall“.
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2 . Guru – No Time To Play (w/ Ronny Jordan, D.C. Lee)Featured on the 1993 album “Jazzmatazz Volume 1”.
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3 . Charles & Eddie – Would I Lie To You?Featured on the 1992 album “Duophonic”.
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4 . Alison Limerick – Where Love LivesFeatured on the 1990 album “Where Love Lives”.
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5 . Juliet Roberts – Free LoveFeatured on the 1994 album “Natural Thing”.
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6 . DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince – I’m Looking For The One [To Be With Me]Featured on the 1993 album “Code Red”.
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7 . Warren G – This D.J.Featured on the 1994 album “Regulate… G Funk Era”.
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8 . Eternal – What’cha Gonna DoFeatured on the 1999 album “Eternal”.
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9 . Diana King – Ain’t NobodyFeatured on the 1995 album “Tougher Than Love”.
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10 . Puff Daddy – Best FriendFeatured on the 1999 album “Forever”.
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11 . Innocence – Let’s Push ItFeatured on the 1990 album “Belief”. |
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12 . McAlmont & Butler – You DoFeatured on the 1995 album “The Sound of… McAlmont & Butler”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Toto’s “Child’s Anthem” finds a place within “Bug a Boo.” It brings a slice of rock history into the realm of 90s pop, bridging generations through interpolation.
2. Kevin Bray took the director’s chair for “No Time to Play.” The video contributed to the song’s immersive blend of jazz and hip hop.
3. The songwriters of the track received an Ivor Novello award. This commendation highlighted their lyrical and musical excellence in 1992.
4. Alison Limerick’s signature track was invigorated by duo David Morales and Frankie Knuckles. Their remixes cemented its status in dance music history.
5. Juliet Roberts ventured into the dance genre with “Free Love.” It marked a departure from her jazz roots, cementing her 90s dance music credentials.
6. “Tell Me If You Still Care” by the S.O.S. Band is the sample within “I’m Looking for the One.” It’s a nod to R&B influences in hip hop production.
7. Initial plans had Snoop Dogg as the singer for “This D.J.” Ultimately, he remained uncredited due to label complications.
8. The final single from Eternal featured the Bennet sisters as a duo. A last hurrah before they took separate paths in their music careers.
9. “Ain’t Nobody” owes its origins to Rufus and Chaka Khan. Diana King’s version brought reggae flair to this classic 80s hit.
10. Spirituality emerges prominently in “Best Friend.” Its lyrics weave heartfelt themes of loyalty and divine gratitude.
11. Innocence’s sound echoed that of Soul II Soul. Both groups blended R&B with soulful atmospheric vibes during their era.
12. “You Do” was a collaboration between David McAlmont and guitarist Bernard Butler. Together, they crafted a part of their unique compilation album.
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