How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : E-40, Dream Warriors, Ultimate Kaos, Jermaine Stewart, Blahzay Blahzay, The Brand New Heavies, Monie Love, Bell Biv Devoe, Eddie Murphy & Shabba Ranks, Foxy Brown, The Strings Of Love, Mary Griffin
They are the performers of twelve vintage hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that were ranked in various charts, this week (10/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
For TWENTY FOUR more Hip-Hop & Soul – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 10/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . E-40 – Things’ll Never Change (w/ Bo-Rock)Featured on the 1996 album “Tha Hall Of Game”.
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2 . Dream Warriors – LudiFeatured on the 1991 album “And Now the Legacy Begins”.
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3 . Ultimate Kaos – CasanovaFeatured on the 1998 album “The Kaos Theory”.
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4 . Jermaine Stewart – Every Woman Wants ToFeatured on the 1989 album “What Becomes a Legend Most”.
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5 . Blahzay Blahzay – DangerFeatured on the 1996 album “Blah Blah Blah”.
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6 . The Brand New Heavies – Close To YouFeatured on the 1994 album “Prêt-à-Porter : Soundtrack”.
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7 . Monie Love – Born 2 B.R.E.E.DFeatured on the 1993 album “In a Word or 2”.
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8 . Bell Biv Devoe – I Thought It Was MeFeatured on the 1990 album “Poison”.
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9 . Eddie Murphy & Shabba Ranks – I Was A King
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10 . Foxy Brown – Hot SpotFeatured on the 1999 album “Chyna Doll”.
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11 . The Strings Of Love – Nothing Has Been Proved
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12 . Mary Griffin – Knock On Wood
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Born 2 B.R.E.E.D.” unfolds its acronym as “Build Relationships where Education and Enlightenment Dominate,” exuding the track’s socially-aware essence. It topped dance charts and intrigued listeners globally.
2. Bell Biv DeVoe’s track belongs to the new jack swing genre, a hybrid of R&B with hip-hop sensibilities. The members smartly capitalized on the style’s zeitgeist to polish their debut success.
3. Eddie Murphy paired with Shabba Ranks on “I Was A King,” a fusion of reggae and pop. Surprisingly melodic for a comedian, Murphy’s vocals blended smoothly with Shabba’s signature style.
4. The “Hot Spot” video combines a frozen ice-themed nightclub ambiance with Foxy Brown’s bold stylings. Its iconic metallic bra look even parodied by MTV proved her visual presence transcends mere audio.
5. The Strings of Love’s “Nothing Has Been Proved” tells a tale of the Profumo affair, a British political scandal with ripples felt deeply in pop culture, nodding to 60s lore.
6. Mary Griffin covered “Knock on Wood” for “54,” spotlighting her powerhouse vocals. This rendition marked her imitation of disco’s zenith and affirmed her skill to inhabit classic tunes.
7. “Don’t You Want Me” was destined to close side two of The Human League’s “Dare” — scarcely the spotlight. Yet, it revolutionized their reach, with time’s acclaim barely foresaw by Oakey.
8. Morrissey’s “The More You Ignore Me, The Closer I Get” scored a number 8 position on the UK charts. This notable ascendancy reflected Morrissey’s steady resonance within the public psyche.
9. Nat King Cole’s “Lush Life” added depth to Living Colour’s “Love Rears Its Ugly Head.” By weaving past with present, the band retains its alchemy of genre-blending finesse.
10. The single “Boy You Knock Me Out” integrates a sample from “Summer Madness” by Kool & the Gang, contributing to Tatyana Ali’s nostalgic yet breezy musical vibe.
11. Sophie B. Hawkins crafted “As I Lay Me Down” in memory of her father. Its poignant lyrics and melodious cadence cemented her place in the sphere of emotional ballads.
12. Bryan Adams duetted “When You’re Gone” with Melanie C, achieving cross-Atlantic chart triumphs. Their unexpected collaboration yielded a pop-rock staple still cherished in playlists.
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