How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Chingy, Jamelia, Omar, Taz, De La Soul, R. Kelly , 2Pac, N-Dubz, Kray Twinz, Whitney Houston, Roachford, Taio Cruz
They are the performers of twelve vintage hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that were ranked in various charts, this week (45/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
For TWELVE more Hip-Hop & Soul – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 45/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Chingy – Balla BabyFeatured on the 2004 album “Powerballin'”.
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2 . Jamelia – DJFeatured on the 2003 album “Thank You”.
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3 . Omar – Something RealFeatured on the 2001 album “Best By Far”.
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4 . Taz – Cowboy FilmFeatured on the 2004 album “Analyse This”.
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5 . De La Soul – All Good? (w/ Chaka Khan)Featured on the 2000 album “Art Official Intelligence: Mosaic Thump”.
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6 . R. Kelly – Step In The Name Of LoveFeatured on the 2003 album “Chocolate Factory”.
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7 . 2Pac – Letter 2 My UnbornFeatured on the 2001 album “Until the End of Time”.
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8 . N-Dubz – I SwearFeatured on the 2008 album “Uncle B”.
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9 . Kray Twinz – What We Do (w/ Twista, Lethal B & Gappy Ranks)
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10 . Whitney Houston – WhatchulookinatFeatured on the 2002 album “Just Whitney“.
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11 . Roachford – From Now On
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12 . Taio Cruz – I Just Wanna KnowFeatured on the 2008 album “Departure”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. A barn owl indeed features in the “Balla Baby” music video, adding unexpected charm to the pinball-themed visuals.
2. Jamelia’s “DJ” cleverly samples Raymond Guiot’s “Primitive Spirit,” giving the track a unique retro twist.
3. Omar S’s “Something Real” stands out for using analog equipment, which is a hallmark of his distinctive Detroit sound.
4. Kardinal Offishall lends his talent to Taz’s “Cowboy Film,” adding a dynamic layer to the track.
5. De La Soul brought in the powerhouse vocals of Chaka Khan, intensifying the single’s appeal.
6. “Step in the Name of Love” is a stepping classic, synonymous with Chicago’s dance culture.
7. The posthumous Tupac song features Tena Jones, who provides the soulful backing vocals.
8. N-Dubz’s “I Swear” revolves around the drama of infidelity, capturing the emotional turmoil of betrayal.
9. “What We Do” by Kray Twinz is a melting pot of grime and dancehall, exemplifying the eclectic nature of modern music collaborations.
10. Whitney Houston’s “Whatchulookinat” saw Bobby Brown co-produce, adding a personal touch to the production.
11. Roachford’s “From Now On” blends R&B with rock, showing off his ability to bridge musical worlds effortlessly.
12. Taio Cruz’s debut music video stands out due to its opulent dinner party setting, providing a visual feast for viewers.
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