How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Geoffrey Williams, Tongue N Cheek, Eusebe, Onyx, A Tribe Called Quest, C+C Music Factory, Jay-Z, Zhané, Alison Limerick, Michelle Gayle, Ian Wright, Morcheeba
They are the performers of twelve vintage hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that were ranked in various charts, this week (34/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. Which artist originally recorded the song covered by Geoffrey Williams in 1992?
- A The Isley Brothers
- B Seals and Crofts
- C Bee Gees
2. What was the highest UK chart position achieved by Tongue ’n’ Cheek’s single “Nobody” in 1990?
- A No. 37
- B No. 59
- C No. 12
3. Eusebe’s 1995 single drew on lyrics from which Marvin Gaye song?
- A “Let’s Get It On”
- B “Sexual Healing”
- C “Got to Give It Up”
4. Which music video director made Onyx’s 1993 breakthrough single video?
- A Alan Ferguson
- B Parris Mayhew
- C Paul Hunter
5. Which music producer was part of The Ummah, responsible for A Tribe Called Quest’s single in 1998?
- A JD (J Dilla)
- B Dr. Dre
- C Pharrell Williams
6. What genre best describes the A Tribe Called Quest’s 1998 single?
- A Jazz Rap
- B Alternative Hip Hop
- C Boom Bap
7. Which label released the Martha Wash led single from the album “Anything Goes!” in 1994?
- A Columbia Records
- B Motown
- C Atlantic Records
8. Jay-Z’s single released in 1997 was linked to which film’s soundtrack?
- A Sprung
- B Men in Black
- C Jackie Brown
9. Zhané’s single from 1994 was part of which album?
- A “Pronounced Jah-Nay”
- B “All That Jazz”
- C “In My Lifetime”
10. Who produced Limerick’s 1997 single with the Visnadi Brothers?
- A Rick Rubin
- B Visnadi Brothers
- C Nellee Hooper
11. Which footballer released their only single in 1993 with the Pet Shop Boys’ Chris Lowe?
- A David Beckham
- B Ian Wright
- C Gary Lineker
12. Morcheeba’s 1998 track is part of which album?
- A “Big Calm”
- B “Fragments of Freedom”
- C “Dive Deep”
For TWENTY FOUR more Hip-Hop & Soul – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 34/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Geoffrey Williams – Summer Breeze
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2 . Tongue N Cheek – NobodyFeatured on the 1990 album “This Is Tongue ‘n’ Cheek”.
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3 . Eusebe – Summertime HealingFeatured on the 1995 album “Tales From Mama’s Yard”.
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4 . Onyx – SlamFeatured on the 1993 album “Bacdafucup”.
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5 . A Tribe Called Quest – Find A WayFeatured on the 1998 album “The Love Movement”.
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6 . C+C Music Factory – Do You Wanna Get Funky?Featured on the 1994 album “Anything Goes!”.
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7 . Jay-Z – Who You WitFeatured on the 1997 album “In My Lifetime, Vol.1”.
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8 . Zhané – VibeFeatured on the 1993 album “Pronounced Jah-Nay”.
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9 . Alison Limerick – Put Your Faith In Me
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10 . Michelle Gayle – Looking Up
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11 . Ian Wright – Do The Right Thing
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12 . Morcheeba – Part Of The ProcessFeatured on the 1997 album “Big Calm“.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The original song was by Seals and Crofts, highlighting the 1970s soft rock era. Geoffrey Williams’ cover brought renewed attention to the track.
2. Tongue ’n’ Cheek’s single “Nobody” reached No. 37 in 1990, a higher achievement than its initial 1988 version.
3. Eusebe utilized lyrics from “Sexual Healing,” showcasing their blend of homage and innovation in their music.
4. Onyx collaborated with Parris Mayhew for their iconic 1993 video, which captured the raw energy of the song.
5. JD (J Dilla) was integral to The Ummah, influencing A Tribe Called Quest’s sound with smooth, jazzy beats.
6. Alternative Hip Hop distinguished A Tribe Called Quest’s track, marking an innovative approach to the genre.
7. Columbia Records released the 1994 single, enhancing the mainstream reach of Martha Wash’s powerhouse vocals.
8. Jay-Z’s 1997 release was tied to “Sprung,” contributing to the film’s urban soundtrack appeal.
9. Zhané’s “Pronounced Jah-Nay” contained the single, among other R&B gems from the duo.
10. The Visnadi Brothers produced Limerick’s dance hit, drawing from their electronic expertise.
11. English footballer Ian Wright ventured into music with Chris Lowe, blending sports and pop culture.
12. Morcheeba’s “Big Calm” captured their signature trip-hop style, reinforcing their late 90s presence.
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