How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Tinie Tempah, Dave & AJ Tracey, Jason Derulo, Pharrell Williams, Diddy, The Plug, Big Boi, Krept & Konan, Jay-Z, Kanye West, Drake, Snoop Dogg, Meek Mill
They are the performers of twelve hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that ranked in various charts, this week (27/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
Tracklist
1 . Tinie Tempah – Till I’m Gone (w/ Wiz Khalifa) |
| The music video is directed by Dori Oskowitz. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Disc-Overy”. |
2 . Dave & AJ Tracey – Thiago Silva |
| The music video is directed by Dir. Lx. |
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3 . Jason Derulo – Don’t Wanna Go Home |
| The music video is directed by Rich Lee. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Future History”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Pharrell Williams – Freedom |
| The music video is directed by Paul Hunter. |
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5 . Diddy – Dirty Money ~ Hello Good Morning (w/ T.I., Rick Ross) |
| The music video is directed by Hype Williams. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Last Train to Paris”. |
6 . The Plug – Not Today (w/ Dappy & Tory Lanez) |
| The music video is directed by The Plug Records. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Plug Talk”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Big Boi – Shutterbugg (w/ Cutty) |
| The music video is directed by Chris Robinson. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . Krept & Konan – Freak Of The Week |
| The music video is directed by Carly Cussen. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “The Long Way Home”. |
9 . Jay-Z, Kanye West – Otis (w/ Otis Redding) |
| The music video is directed by Spike Jonze. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Watch the Throne”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . Drake – Nonstop |
| The music video is directed by Theo Skudra. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “Scorpion”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . Snoop Dogg – Boom (w/ T-Pain) |
| The music video is directed by Dylan Brown. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Doggumentary”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Meek Mill – All Eyes On You (w/ Chris Brown & Nicki Minaj) |
| The music video is directed by Benny Boom. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Dreams Worth More Than Money”. |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Paris did not make the cut despite the cosmopolitan theme. The video prominently features locations such as New York City, Amsterdam, Sydney, Tokyo, and Singapore.
2. The title is a nod to Brazilian footballer Thiago Silva. The song has gained extra fame thanks to a memorable Glastonbury performance involving a fan.
3. The video was directed by Rich Lee. It includes dance sequences and a melody that sticks. Melody Thornton makes a cameo appearance.
4. Pharrell Williams’ “Freedom” featured on the soundtrack of Despicable Me 3. His music and vibrant visuals suit animated escapades quite well.
5. Chris Brown lent his vocal talents to “Last Train to Paris.” The album also includes a star-studded line-up of other artists.
6. Dappy joined forces with Tory Lanez on The Plug’s project. The collaboration was part of a broader set of tracks released under Plug Talk.
7. “Shutterbugg” by Big Boi includes the notable 1980s touch of The System. It’s a deft sample that adds retro flair to the track.
8. Jeremih sang alongside Krept & Konan in June 2015. His voice added soul to this British hip hop single.
9. Otis Redding’s “Try a Little Tenderness” provided the soulful sample for Jay-Z and Kanye West’s hit. It was cleverly woven into their track.
10. “Nonstop” is the second track on Drake’s Scorpion. This track sets the tone for the album with its energetic beats.
11. “Situation” by Yaz provides the nostalgic beat in the Snoop Dogg and T-Pain collaboration. It’s a classic case of old-meets-new.
12. Chris Brown was featured alongside Nicki Minaj on Meek Mill’s 2015 single. Together they delivered a radio-friendly hit.
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