How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Uncanny Alliance, The Brand New Heavies, Salt-N-Pepa, Prince, Gabrielle, Tina Turner, M People, Fugees, Brandy, Luther Vandross, Eternal, Peabo Bryson & Regina Belle
They are the performers of twelve vintage hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that were ranked in various charts, this week (52/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. Which 1992 debut single by Uncanny Alliance led to a bidding war among record labels?
- A Bootleggerville
- B “I Got My Education”
- C Dance Rebellion
2. Who directed the music video for The Brand New Heavies’ “Stay This Way”?
- A Maria Mochnacz
- B Matthew Rolston
- C Unknown Director
3. What Grammy Award did Salt-N-Pepa’s “None of Your Business” win in 1995?
- A Best Rap Album
- B Best Rap Performance by a Solo Artist
- C Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group
4. What year inspires Prince’s song “1999”?
- A 1899
- B 1999
- C 2099
5. Which remix of Gabrielle’s “Sunshine” is included in NME’s list of “25 essential UK garage anthems”?
- A Frankie Knuckles
- B K-Gee
- C Wookie
6. Who provides spoken vocals in the European version of Tina Turner’s “In Your Wildest Dreams”?
- A Antonio Banderas
- B Barry White
- C Wyclef Jean
7. Which band covered “Itchycoo Park,” reaching number eleven on the UK Singles Chart?
- A Oasis
- B M People
- C Blur
8. Which Fugees track featuring Stephen Marley became a hit in the 1990s?
- A Ready or Not
- B Killing Me Softly
- C “No Woman, No Cry”
9. Which music award was Brandy’s “Have You Ever?” nominated for?
- A Best Music Video
- B Best R&B Video
- C Best Pop Vocal Performance
10. Who wrote “Every Year, Every Christmas” with Luther Vandross?
- A Diane Warren
- B Richard Marx
- C Marsha Malamet
11. Which notable landmark did Eternal perform “I Am Blessed” at in 1995?
- A The Vatican
- B The White House
- C The Eiffel Tower
12. What distinguishes “A Whole New World” in the context of Disney songs?
- A First Disney song to reach top ten in the UK
- B First Disney song to win an Oscar
- C First Disney animated film song to top the Billboard Hot 100
Tracklist
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1 . Uncanny Alliance – I Got My EducationFeatured on the 1994 album “The Groove Won’t Bite”.
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2 . The Brand New Heavies – Stay This WayFeatured on the 1990 album “Brand New Heavies”.
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3 . Salt-N-Pepa – None Of Your BusinessFeatured on the 1994 album “Very Necessary”.
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4 . Prince – 1999Featured on the 1982 album “1999“.
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5 . Gabrielle – SunshineFeatured on the 1999 album “Rise”.
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6 . Tina Turner – Wildest Dreams (w/ Barry White)Featured on the 1996 album “Wildest Dreams“.
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7 . M People – Itchycoo ParkFeatured on the 1995 album “Bizarre Fruit”.
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8 . Fugees – No Woman No Cry (w/ Stephen Marley)Featured on the 1996 album “The Score“.
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9 . Brandy – Have You EverFeatured on the 1998 album “Never Say Never“.
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10 . Luther Vandross – Every Year Every ChristmasFeatured on the 1995 album “This Is Christmas”.
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11 . Eternal – I Am BlessedFeatured on the 1995 album “Power Of A Woman/Club #1”. |
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12 . Peabo Bryson & Regina Belle – A Whole New World [Aladdin]Featured on the 1992 album “Aladdin: Soundtrack”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Released in 1992, the single “I Got My Education” by Uncanny Alliance sparked interest among several record labels. Initially distributed to club DJs, its success in nightclubs led to a bidding war.
2. The music video for The Brand New Heavies’ “Stay This Way” was not directed by Maria Mochnacz or anyone famed at the time, as specific direction credits are absent from provided resources.
3. In 1995, Salt-N-Pepa won a Grammy for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group for “None of Your Business”. The song’s strong message and Harlem-inspired grooves made it memorable.
4. Prince’s hit “1999” draws inspiration from the year 1999, with lyrics about enjoying life amid fears of apocalypse. Released ahead of that year, its anticipatory vibe resonated with audiences.
5. Among Gabrielle’s remixes, the Wookie version of “Sunshine” holds special status as a UK garage anthem. Recognized for its innovative sound, it remains a favorite among garage music fans.
6. In the European release of Tina Turner’s “In Your Wildest Dreams,” Antonio Banderas lent his voice to the spoken sections. His contribution added a unique European flavor to the track.
7. M People’s dance version of “Itchycoo Park” hit number eleven on the UK Singles Chart. Originally a Small Faces song, its dance beats and Heather Small’s vocals gave it renewed popularity.
8. The Fugees’ cover of “No Woman, No Cry,” featuring Stephen Marley, achieved impressive global success. Blending rap and reggae vibes, it became one of their signature tracks.
9. Brandy’s song “Have You Ever?” received a nomination for Best R&B Video at the MTV Video Music Awards in 1999. Known for its heartfelt lyrics, it achieved significant chart success.
10. “Every Year, Every Christmas” was co-written by Luther Vandross and Richard Marx. The song, rich in seasonal longing, became a memorable addition to holiday playlists.
11. In 1995, Eternal performed “I Am Blessed” at The Vatican. The performance aligned with the song’s message of gratitude and spirituality, making it a notable moment in the group’s history.
12. “A Whole New World” achieved the distinction of being the first song from a Disney animated film to top the Billboard Hot 100. Performed by Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle, it gained widespread acclaim.
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