How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Tru Faith & Dub Conspiracy, TRDMRK, Sonique, Baby Cham, Foxy Brown, 3LW, Chris Brown, OutKast, R. Kelly, Case, LL Cool J, Booty Luv
They are the performers of twelve vintage hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that were ranked in various charts, this week (36/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. Which creative setting led to the writing of Tranell’s track “Too Catty”?
- A In a recording studio session
- B During a free period at college
- C At a street café
2. Who are the core collaborators on the TRDMRK project’s lead single “Hands Up”?
- A DJ Premier and Nas
- B Slimkid3, DJ Nu-Mark, and Austin Antoine
- C Kanye West and Pharrell Williams
3. What genre fusion is Sonique’s “Alive” known for?
- A Country and folk
- B Jazz and blues
- C Electronic, dance, house, and trance
4. What is the distinct feature of Daphne & Celeste’s cover version of an Alice Cooper song?
- A It’s a slow ballad rendition
- B It features heavy metal instrumentation
- C It has a playful pop style
5. In which country did TLC’s “Unpretty” reach number one on the charts?
- A The United States
- B Japan
- C Norway
6. Which legal issue did 3LW’s “Playas Gon’ Play” become associated with years later?
- A A patent dispute over sound sampling
- B A copyright infringement lawsuit regarding lyrics
- C A defamation case
7. What theme does Bebe Rexha’s single from her album *Expectations* primarily explore?
- A Adventure and travel
- B Self-acceptance
- C Economic success
8. Which notable award did “Promiscuous” by Nelly Furtado win?
- A Best Dance Recording at the Grammys
- B Best Pop Single of the Year at Billboard Music Awards
- C Best New Artist at the VMAs
9. What is a lyrical theme in Roger Waters’ track featuring Jeff Beck?
- A The power and contradictions of faith-based authority
- B The simplicity of rural life
- C The joys of technological advancements
10. In which genre crossover does “All That I Got Is You” by Ghostface Killah and Mary J. Blige find its place?
- A Rock and roll
- B Hip-hop and R&B
- C Classical and opera
11. Which record label released the collaboration track by Yves V, Afrojack, and Icona Pop in 2019?
- A Roc Nation
- B Universal Music Group
- C Spinnin’ Records
12. What chart achievement did Sean Paul’s track from his album “Imperial Blaze” attain in Canada?
- A Platinum certification
- B Gold certification
- C Silver certification
For TWENTY FOUR more Hip-Hop & Soul – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 36/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Tru Faith & Dub Conspiracy – Freak Like Me
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2 . TRDMRK – Hands UpFeatured on the 2005 album “TRDMRK”.
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3 . Sonique – AliveFeatured on the 2003 album “Born to Be Free”.
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4 . Baby Cham – Ghetto Story (w/ Alicia Keys)Featured on the 2006 album “Ghetto Story”.
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5 . Foxy Brown – Oh Yeah (w/ Spragga Benz)Featured on the 2001 album “Broken Silence”.
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6 . 3LW – Playas Gon’ PlayFeatured on the 2000 album “3LW”.
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7 . Chris Brown – Wall To WallFeatured on the 2007 album “Exclusive”.
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8 . OutKast – Morris Brown (w/ Scar, Sleepy Brown)Featured on the 2006 album “Idlewild“.
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9 . R. Kelly – Playas OnlyFeatured on the 2005 album “TP.3 Reloaded”.
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10 . Case – Touch Me, Tease MeFeatured on the 1996 album “Case”.
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11 . LL Cool J – HeadsprungFeatured on the 2004 album “The DEFinition“. |
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12 . Booty Luv – Say It
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. During a free period at the end of a college day, “Too Catty” came to life. The song’s writing played a pivotal role in Tranell’s record deal.
2. “Hands Up” is a collaborative effort featuring Slimkid3, DJ Nu-Mark, and Austin Antoine. It’s highlighted as TRDMRK’s immediate follow-up to previous works.
3. Sonique’s “Alive” merges electronic, dance, house, and trance genres. It reached number 70 on the UK Singles Chart and fared better in other European countries.
4. Daphne & Celeste’s cover brings a playful pop twist to Alice Cooper’s classic. The original’s lyrical theme of leaving school remains intact.
5. “Unpretty” by TLC topped the charts in the United States. The song’s video was an investment-heavy offering with tailored edits for younger audiences.
6. 3LW’s chorus about “playas” and “haters” was at the center of a lawsuit over its lyric resemblance to Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off.” Billboard later praised the track.
7. Bebe Rexha’s track from *Expectations* focuses on self-acceptance. It was produced and recorded in collaboration with renowned artists and producers.
8. Nelly Furtado’s “Promiscuous” snagged the award for Best Pop Single of the Year at the Billboard Music Awards. It was also a Grammy-nominated track.
9. Roger Waters’ song critiques faith-based authority with Jeff Beck on guitar. It begins with reflective war clips, finishing with a resonant chorus.
10. “All That I Got Is You,” combining hip-hop and R&B, features Ghostface Killah and Mary J. Blige. It includes notable guest appearances in its music video.
11. The track by Yves V, Afrojack, and Icona Pop was released by Spinnin’ Records. The song’s collective effort is officially credited to all artists involved.
12. Sean Paul’s “So Fine” achieved Gold certification in Canada. It enjoyed notable chart success in both Canada and the United Kingdom.
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