How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Skepta, Jason Derulo, Wiz Khalifa, Kevin Rudolf, Wretch 32, J. Cole, Drake, Stormzy, T-Wayne, Lizzo, Kid Ink, Dj Khaled
They are the performers of twelve hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that ranked in various charts, this week (18/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
Tracklist
1 . Skepta – Shutdown |
| The music video is directed by Grace Ladoja. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Konnichiwa“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Jason Derulo – Wiggle (w/ Snoop Dogg) |
| The music video is directed by Colin Tilley. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Talk Dirty”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Wiz Khalifa – Roll Up |
| The music video is directed by Jake Davis. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Rolling Papers”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Kevin Rudolf – I Made It [Cash Money Heroes] |
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Featured on the 2010 album “To the Sky”. |
5 . Wretch 32 – Unorthodox (w/ Example) |
| The music video is directed by Ben Newman. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Black and White”. |
6 . J. Cole – Power Trip (w/ Miguel) |
| The music video is directed by Nabil Elderkin and Mike Piscitelli. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Born Sinner”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Drake – Over |
| The music video is directed by Anthony Mandler. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Thank Me Later”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . Stormzy – Vossi Bop |
| The music video is directed by Henry Scholfield. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Heavy Is the Head”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
9 . T-Wayne – Nasty Freestyle |
| The music video is directed by Isaac Yowman. |
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10 . Lizzo – Truth Hurts |
| The music video is directed by Quinn Wilson. |
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Featured on the 2017 album “Cuz I Love You”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . Kid Ink – Money And The Power |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Almost Home EP”. |
12 . Dj Khaled – All I Do Is Win (w/ T-Pain, Ludacris, Snoop Dogg & Rick Ross) |
| The music video is directed by Dayo & Gil Green. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Victory”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Shutdown” was not only recorded but also filmed around the Barbican Estate in London, showcasing Skepta’s connection to the city through its visuals.
2. Jason Derulo’s collaboration with Snoop Dogg climbed to number 5 on the US Billboard Hot 100, marking a commercial success for the artist.
3. The beachside vibes of Wiz Khalifa’s “Roll Up” video were captured at Venice Beach, adding a sunny backdrop to the laid-back track.
4. Kevin Rudolf’s single served as the exuberant soundtrack for WrestleMania XXVI, capturing the event’s high-energy atmosphere.
5. Wretch 32’s track cleverly incorporates samples from “Fools Gold” by The Stone Roses and Run-D.M.C.’s music, blending old school with the new.
6. In a twist of fiction, J. Cole’s narrative video climaxes with a dramatic kidnapping and murder, casting Miguel in the role of the victim.
7. Drake’s solo debut single received its premier on Flow 93.5, showcasing the track to his burgeoning fan base in Toronto prior to its official release.
8. Stormzy’s single “Vossi Bop” not only topped charts but also enjoyed the distinction of being his first number one hit in the UK.
9. T-Wayne creatively borrowed the instrumental from Bandit Gang Marco’s “Nasty” to lay his debut freestyle track over, creating an instant club favorite.
10. A social media post led to inspiration for a defining line in “Truth Hurts,” accentuating Lizzo’s viral success story. The phrase founded internet fame for Mina Lioness.
11. Kid Ink’s single, released alongside a visual set in Los Angeles, captured the dynamic spirit of the city and ensured the track’s memorable presence.
12. DJ Khaled’s collaborative single fielded its music video debut on 106 & Park, pushing its reach through one of TV’s key urban music platforms.
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