How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Bell Biv DeVoe, Aswad, Jocelyn Brown & Kym Mazelle, Maxi Priest, Sean Paul, The Brand New Heavies, Reel 2 Real, Salt-N-Pepa, Intelligent Hoodlum, Cypress Hill, House Of Pain, Stephen Simmonds
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 Nineties 90s.
1. Which notable figure co-wrote Bell Biv DeVoe’s single “Something in Your Eyes”?
- A Michael Bivins
- B Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds
- C Ricky Bell
2. Under which record label was Aswad’s “Dancehall Mood” released?
- A Bubblin’ Records
- B Phoenix Music International
- C Island Records
3. Jocelyn Brown and Kym Mazelle’s track utilizes a sample from which original song?
- A “Sharp Dressed Man” by ZZ Top
- B “Legs” by ZZ Top
- C “Gimme All Your Lovin'” by ZZ Top
4. What elements can be found in Maxi Priest’s “Just A Little Bit Longer” music video?
- A A band performance and scenic landscapes
- B A group of women in a jeep and a stage performance
- C An urban dance battle
5. Where was the music video for Sean Paul’s single featuring Alexis Jordan filmed?
- A The Hard Rock Cafe, Las Vegas
- B Central Park, New York
- C A studio set in Los Angeles
6. Which track from The Brand New Heavies saw multiple remix releases, including one by David Morales?
- A “Never Stop”
- B “Dream Come True”
- C “Stay This Way”
7. What stylistic genres characterize Reel 2 Real’s “Are You Ready For Some More?”
- A Blues, Jazz, and Funk
- B House, Hip-Hop, and Reggae Fusion
- C Country, Pop, and Rock
8. Which movie featured Salt-N-Pepa’s “Start Me Up” on its soundtrack?
- A *Juice*
- B *Stay Tuned*
- C *Space Jam*
9. What is the central theme of Intelligent Hoodlum’s “Back to Reality”?
- A Romantic entanglements
- B Social consciousness and environmental reflection
- C Party life and nightlife
10. Which group had an ongoing dispute with Cypress Hill during the release of “Throw Your Set in the Air”?
- A N.W.A
- B Public Enemy
- C Ice Cube
11. The remixed version of House of Pain’s “Fed Up” features which guest artist?
- A Guru
- B Treach
- C KRS-One
12. “Tears Never Dry” by Stephen Simmonds is a duet with which artist?
- A Lisa Nilsson
- B Marie Fredriksson
- C Anni-Frid Lyngstad
For TWELVE more Hip-Hop & Soul – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 40/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Bell Biv DeVoe – Something In Your EyesFeatured on the 1993 album “Hootie Mack”.
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2 . Aswad – Dance Hall MoodFeatured on the 1995 album “Rise And Shine Again!”.
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3 . Jocelyn Brown & Kym Mazelle – Gimme All Your Lovin’
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4 . Maxi Priest – Just A Little Bit LongerFeatured on the 1990 album “Bonafide”.
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5 . Sean Paul – Got 2 Luv U (w/ Alexis Jordan)Featured on the 2011 album “Tomahawk Technique”.
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6 . The Brand New Heavies – Never StopFeatured on the 1990 album “Brand New Heavies”.
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7 . Reel 2 Real – Are You Ready For Some More?Featured on the 1996 album “Are You Ready for Some More?”.
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8 . Salt-N-Pepa – Start Me Up
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9 . Intelligent Hoodlum – Back To RealityFeatured on the 1990 album “Intelligent Hoodlum”.
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10 . Cypress Hill – Throw Your Set In The AirFeatured on the 1995 album “III (Temples of Boom)”.
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11 . House Of Pain – Fed UpFeatured on the 1995 album “Truth Crushed To Earth Shall Rise Again”. |
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12 . Stephen Simmonds – Tears Never DryFeatured on the 1998 album “Spirit Tales”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds co-wrote and produced “Something in Your Eyes,” lending his hit-making prowess to Bell Biv DeVoe’s success. His collaboration with Bo Watson and others contributed to the track’s chart performance.
2. “Dancehall Mood” was released by Bubblin’ Records and features reggae rhythms characteristic of Aswad. The band collaborated extensively with key musicians including Drummie Zeb and Tony Gad.
3. The track by Jocelyn Brown and Kym Mazelle samples ZZ Top’s “Gimme All Your Lovin’.” This sampling added a recognizable groove to their 1994 release, enhancing its appeal on the dance charts.
4. Maxi Priest’s music video for “Just A Little Bit Longer” includes scenes of women in a jeep and on-stage performances. It combines concert footage with a narrative, highlighting the feel-good vibes of the song.
5. Sean Paul’s music video featuring Alexis Jordan was filmed at the Hard Rock Cafe, Las Vegas. This energetic visual complements the upbeat nature of the track, released on his fifth studio album.
6. “Never Stop” by The Brand New Heavies was remixed by David Morales, boosting its dance floor credentials. The original and remix both gained traction on R&B and dance charts.
7. Reel 2 Real’s “Are You Ready For Some More?” blends house, hip-hop, and reggae fusion sounds. Featuring The Mad Stuntman, it became a dance hit characterized by vibrant energy and catchy hooks.
8. Salt-N-Pepa’s “Start Me Up” was featured in the movie *Stay Tuned*. This addition to the soundtrack extended the track’s reach and showcased its versatility across media platforms.
9. Intelligent Hoodlum’s “Back to Reality” explores social consciousness, addressing themes from the urban landscape. The track’s insights offer a reflection on the socio-economic environment of its time.
10. Cypress Hill had a dispute with Ice Cube, sparked by allegations about the use of a similar hook in Cube’s song “Friday.” The situation added an interesting layer to the release period of “Throw Your Set in the Air.”
11. The remix of House of Pain’s “Fed Up” features Guru, adding a distinctive flair to the track. This collaboration highlighted crossover appeal within hip-hop’s diverse sub-genres.
12. Stephen Simmonds performs “Tears Never Dry” with Lisa Nilsson. Her vocal contribution adds depth to this duet, enhancing the emotional resonance of the song’s themes of sorrow and longing.
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